Best river trails in Braunschweig
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Explore the most popular river trails near Braunschweig with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.3 (71)·Moderate·21.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular cycling and hiking trail in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony The Braunschweig Ringgleis is one of the most popular routes around the second largest city in Lower Saxony. The varied circular route leads around the city center on well-developed footpaths and cycle paths and is divided into four sections: the northern ring track (“The track through TECHNOLOGY and NATURE”), the eastern ring track (“The PARK track”), and the southern ring track ("The BAHN-Gleis) and the western ring track ("The...
- 4.0 (48)·Easy·4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. The circular route around the Südsee lake is a real classic in Braunschweig. People jog, walk or simply relax here all year round. There is also a short stretch along the Oker. The start is at the car park next to the "Grundschule Rüningen" bus stop. Highlights: - Südsee lake - Oker - Detour to Noah's Ark Zoo (optional)
- 4.5 (31)·Easy·2.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular walk in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. The Ölpersee is one of Braunschweig's most popular local recreation areas - people go walking, jogging and fishing here whatever the weather. This short, leisurely walk is also suitable for children. Water sports are not permitted in Ölpersee. There are bistros near the car park in the village for a snack after the circular route. Highlights of the loop: - Child-friendly - Ölper Lake - Braunschweig Oker floodplain nature reserve
- 3.3 (4)·Moderate·21.6 kmPopular running event in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. This is the half marathon course of the Braunschweig Running Days. The marathon follows the same route, but completes the lap twice. The route starts at Kohlmarkt and runs once around the Südsee and through several pretty parks south of the city centre. Up-to-date information is available from the organiser (link under "Tips"). Highlights of the route: - Brunswick city centre - Bürgerpark - South Lake - Prince Albrecht Park
- 4.6 (9)·Moderate·36 km·Est. 8.5–9 hrOn this route, the Weser-Harz-Heide cycle path (WHH) first leads from Braunschweig city centre to Abbesbüttel. A few years ago, the Marina Abbesbüttel was built directly on the Mittelland Canal, an exclusive residential area. From there, apart from a few small exceptions, you always follow the Mittelland Canal. Unfortunately, some sections of the paths along the Mittelland Canal are not in particularly good condition. Nevertheless, there are some interesting insights along this route that...
- 3.1 (7)·Moderate·34.3 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrRelaxed cycle tour from Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. This beautiful cycle tour from Braunschweig is almost entirely accompanied by water. You can choose to cycle along the Mittelland Canal, the Salzgitter branch canal or through the protected floodplain landscape of the River Oker. Highlights of the tour: - Route along the Salzgitter branch canal - Mittelland Canal - Ölpersee lake - Braunschweig Bürgerpark - Braunschweig Oker floodplain nature reserve
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·32.5 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrVaried cycle tour in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. This is a beautiful cycle tour in north-east Braunschweig. Starting at Braunschweig-Gliesmarode railway station, you cycle through fields, meadows and forests. You pass the Riddagshausen nature reserve with its ponds and an idyllic landscape conservation area. Highlights of the route: - Riddagshausen nature reserve with central pond - Schandelaher Wohld nature reserve and Wohld whistling grass meadow - Detour to the Essehof animal park...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Braunschweig?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Braunschweig is Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 4. This trail is estimated to be 160.9 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Braunschweig?
Braunschweig: With an ascent of 2,852 m, Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 4 has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Braunschweig - Schöningen with 1,311 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Braunschweig?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Braunschweig is Braunschweig - Schöningen with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.
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