Best cave trails in Lower Saxony

Popular circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A great hike to the largest visitor cave in the west of the Harz Mountains. The unicorn cave got its name from bone and tooth finds that were attributed to unicorns in the 16th century. However, later excavations unearthed numerous bear and other large mammal bones and no more unicorn bones. However, the cave still bears its name today and the unicorn drawing by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz is its symbol. The hike leads around the...

Varied circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. Short hike from Walkenried in the direction of Sachsenstein and to the Helbing hut with a Harz hiking pin stamp. There are a few short but steep climbs. Highlights of the hike: - Sachsenstein Castle - Spatenborn meadow - Andreasteich pond - Höllteich pond - Beautiful forest paths

Scenic mountain bike tour in the Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony You can hardly get more variety than on this mountain bike tour through the marvellous low mountain range landscapes. You start in the imperial palace of Goslar, ride through the dense forests of the northern Harz, pass a picturesque dam and a cave and have the opportunity to take a break in beautiful villages such as Hahnenklee (refreshment stops available). The ascent to the Schalke in particular is quite steep in places, which...

A highlight-packed circular hike around Walkenried in the Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony. Many idyllic ponds, a striking rock massif, a castle ruin and great views in beautiful natural surroundings - the circular trail from Walkenried in the Harz foothills has it all. The route winds up and down from Walkenried via Bad Sachsa to Neuhof and back through forest and open terrain. Highlights: - Prior Teich outdoor forest pool - Sachsenstein castle ruins - Sachsenstein cliff - Lower crane pond -...

Popular circular hike in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Springsteine are a protected rock formation in the Weserbergland Nature Park. In addition to the natural monument, cultural and historical gems await hikers; both Paschenburg Castle and Schaumburg Castle are located along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Springsteine (rock formation) - Paschenburg Castle - Schaumburg Castle - Ridge of the Weser Mountains

Panoramic circular hike in the Weserbergland Nature Park, Lower Saxony. There are several historic castles and castle stables on this beautiful hike along the ridge of the Weser Mountains. There are also plenty of great views and nice places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful views - Schaumburg Castle - Paschenburg Castle - Osterburg Castle - Nature reserve ridge of the Weser mountains

Popular mountain bike tour in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful half-day MTB tour is characterised by several ascents and descents as well as idyllic waters. The highest point of the route is the summit of the Schalke, from whose viewing tower you can enjoy magnificent views of the Harz mountain landscape. Another highlight is the mighty Okertalsperre reservoir - one of the few reservoirs in the Harz where swimming is permitted. Highlights of the tour: - UNESCO World...

Accessible by bus and train.