Best forest trails in Hanover
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Hanover 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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- 4.7 (24)·Easy·24.3 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular cycle tour around Hanover, Lower Saxony. Marked cycle route close to the city centre through Hanover's green spaces. Almost all of Hanover's favourite local recreation areas, such as the Maschsee and the Eilenriede, as well as the Herrenhausen Gardens, lie along the route. Highlights of the route: - Maschsee - Eilenriede - Herrenhausen Gardens - Cycle path along the Leine
- 4.4 (25)·Hard·55 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrThe annual mammoth march means overcoming borders for many. It starts and finishes in the Maschpark. This challenging route offers an exciting mix. It goes through the countryside, along the water and past urban highlights. The route can be categorised as difficult. There are plenty of refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: -Mash pond -Museum of Energy History -Herrenhäuser Gardens -Ahlemer Holz -English cemetery -Benther Berg
- 4.1 (16)·Moderate·23.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried cycle tour in Hanover, Lower Saxony. The cycle tour starts at Königsworther Platz, and Hanover Central Station is also very close by. It is therefore easy to get there by public transport. The beautiful tour often leads directly along watercourses such as the Leine or the Mittelland Canal. There are numerous places to stop for refreshments and sights to discover. Highlights of the tour: - Christ Church - Children's forest - River Leine - Mittelland Canal - Mecklenheide Forest
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular walk in Hanover, Lower Saxony. This beautiful circular route leads from List through the Eilenriede, which with its 640 ha is one of the largest contiguous urban forests in Europe. Walking, running, cycling or strolling in nature can be enjoyed here on many beautiful paths and past small clearings in the heart of Lower Saxony's state capital. The route can be reached by bus and train and there are several places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 3.9 (21)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis popular circular route leads through the recreational area of the southern Leine floodplain in Hanover. The route encircles the extensive lake district and runs along wide, flat and mostly well-surfaced park and riverside paths, which are often lined with mature trees. A key highlight is the close proximity to the water and the alternation between the open lake landscape and shady sections of the Leinemarsch. In the reed zones and on the water surfaces, great crested grebes, grey herons...
- 4.2 (3)·Easy·10.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hiking and cycling tour near Hanover, Lower Saxony. The Green Ring is one of the most popular circular walks and cycle paths in Hanover. On the route suggested here, you have access to the Green Ring from both the start and finish points. Highlights of the route: - Mittelland Canal - Vahrenheide - Silver Lake - Langenhagen City Park
- 4.4 (6)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis meditative route leads through one of the most important high moors in the Hanover region. The path starts at the idyllic Sonnensee near Hanover-Misburg and explores the vast, quiet expanses of the Altwarmbüchen Moor. The course follows a mixture of level forest and field tracks, springy moorland soils, and reinforced paths. A central highlight is the contrast between the deep blue water surfaces of former peat cuttings and the characteristic, sparse flora of the moor. In the birch...
- 4.5 (4)·Easy·9.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed cycle tour from Hanover, Lower Saxony. This signposted cycle route leads from Königsworther Platz to Seelze. The route is characterised by water and greenery as well as beautiful Hanover suburbs such as Letter and Seelze. Highlights of the route: - Leineaue - Faustwiese - Bürgerwiese Seelze - Cycle path along the Leine connecting canal
- 3.9 (6)·Easy·5.6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in Hanover, Lower Saxony. The city forest, one of Hanover's green lungs, invites you to go for a walk or run. The walk can be extended, for example by stopping by the Eilenriede forest station or visiting the zoo. Highlights of the walk: - Child-friendly - Hanover city forest - Detour to the Eilenriede forest station (optional) - Detour to Hanover Adventure Zoo (optional)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Hanover?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Hanover is Kantsteinweg Trail. This trail is estimated to be 86.1 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Hanover?
Hanover: With an ascent of 2,605 m, Kantsteinweg Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Two Towers Deistertour with 1,916 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Hanover?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Hanover is Mammutmarsch Hannover 2022 - 55km with a 4.4-star rating from 25 reviews.
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More forest trails
- Hannover - Laatzen - Sarstedt - Hildesheim
- Misburg Forest - Altwarmbüchen Moor - Altwarmbüchen Lake
- Maschsee Loop from Bismarckstrasse
- Hanover: Tiergarten in Kirchrode
- Laatzen, NSG Alte Leine and Maschsee from Hannover Adventure Zoo
- Hannover - Benther Berg Runde
- CTF Hanover - Through the Leinemarsch
- Hermann-Löns-Park Circular Route
Attractions
Points of interest
- Masch Lake
- Badebornteich
- Vierthaler Teich
- Wunder-Haus
- Wangenheim Palace
- Großer Ricklinger Teich
- Niederdeutscher Rosengarten
- Altwarmbüchener See
- Löwenbastion
- Großer Teich
- Lindener Berg
- Masch Pond
- Dr. Buhmann Schule
- Wasserkunst
- Volkssternwarte Hannover
- City Wall
- City Wall
- Großer Wülfler und Detmarscher Teich
- Großer Döhrener Teich
- Dreiecks-Teich