Best lake trails in Helmstedt
3.1(66 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Helmstedt with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.1 (34)·Easy·21.4 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried cycling excursion in Lower Saxony Depending on your speed, this beautiful circular route, which is categorised as easy and is also ideal for beginners, can be completed in 5 to 6 hours. The Elm-Lappwald Nature Park can be explored along the way. The route initially leads through the centre of Helmstedt, then continues past the Eitzsee lake and a former open-cast mine that has been regenerated. Caution is advised when crossing a main road - the route then returns to the densely...
- 4.4 (5)·Moderate·16.1 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVersatile nature excursion in Helmstedt, Lower Saxony. It goes into the beautiful Elm-Lapp Forest Nature Park. The start is at the information board in the Lapp Forest. Over the course of this somewhat challenging tour, you will walk or cycle around Bad Helmstedt itself. The wonderful forest air is both relaxing and invigorating. In good weather, you can treat yourself to a refreshing dip in the Clarabadteich lake.
- 3.1 (8)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed loop trail in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The starting and finishing point of this loop trail through the Lappwald, which is easy to walk, is the car park at Quellenhof near Bad Helmstedt. You can also stop here for refreshments after the hike (note restaurant hours). The route runs almost continuously through the Lappwald. Some traffic noise is to be expected near the motorway. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest trails - Quellenhof - views of Helmstedt
- 3.0 (1)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Waldwinkel circular trail (circular trail 6) invites you to take a walk in the forest with the whole family. The route runs past the idyllic Birkerteich pond and the Birkerteich forest pool as well as through the ridges of the Lapp Forest. Highlights of the hike: - Birkerteich pond - Quiet forest paths - Rest at the Großer Wald refuge
- 2.5 (8)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful lake hike in Lower Saxony. It goes around the Lappwaldsee near Helmstedt. The start is at the car park south of the Invitel office complex. As you walk around the lake, you have a spectacular view from all sides and can roughly imagine what the lake will look like in a while when all the planned measures have been realised. The plan is to develop the lake into a tourism and recreation area for water-orientated leisure use. There will be beach areas for swimming as well as...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Helmstedt?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Helmstedt is Mountainbiketour Helmstedt - Lappwaldsee. This trail is estimated to be 36.0 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Helmstedt?
Helmstedt: With an ascent of 909 m, Mountainbiketour Helmstedt - Lappwaldsee has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Fahrradtour im Lappwald with 618 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Helmstedt?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Helmstedt is Mountainbiketour Helmstedt - Lappwaldsee with a 2.3-star rating from 2 reviews.