museum
Zollverein Coal Mine
A Bauhaus-styled colliery and UNESCO icon of the Ruhr, now a striking park of red walkways, museums and a winter ice rink.
18 km · about 20 min drive
North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · Europe
Recklinghausen is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Herten, 18km from Zollverein Coal Mine.
Recklinghausen is a city located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. With a population of 122,438, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Recklinghausen sits in Germany, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Berlin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Recklinghausen to your route.
Recklinghausen (German pronunciation: [ˌʁɛklɪŋˈhaʊzn̩] ; Westphalian: Riäkelhusen) is the northernmost city in the Ruhr-Area and the capital of the Recklinghausen district. It borders the rural Münsterland and is characterized by large fields and farms in the north and industry in the south. Recklinghausen is theRead more
60th-largest city in Germany and the 22nd-largest city in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Recklinghausen.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Recklinghausen.
Recklinghausen offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Recklinghausen with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Recklinghausen as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Recklinghausen is located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe. The coordinates are 51.6138 latitude, 7.1974 longitude.
Recklinghausen has a population of approximately 122,438 people, making it a city in Germany.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Recklinghausen as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Recklinghausen. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in Germany
ADAC roadside assistance: +49 89 22 22 22. No general speed limit on some autobahn sections but advisory 130 km/h.
Full driving guide for Germany3 notable places within an hour's drive.
museum
A Bauhaus-styled colliery and UNESCO icon of the Ruhr, now a striking park of red walkways, museums and a winter ice rink.
18 km · about 20 min drive
landmark
The world's oldest electric suspension railway glides above the Wupper River, a 1901 engineering marvel still in daily use.
40 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
A magnificent classic car centre in a restored locomotive roundhouse filled with rare vehicles, workshops, and automotive lifestyle shops.
53 km · about 60 min drive
April to October
Other places to explore near Recklinghausen.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning