Best trails in Hildesheim
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Looking for the best walking trails in Hildesheim? Whether you're getting ready to hike, cycle, trail run, or explore other outdoor pursuits, AllTrails has 16 picturesque trails in the Hildesheim area. Discover hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore one of 3 easy walking routes in Hildesheim, with child-friendly routes for your next family outing. Venture outdoors and learn more about the area's historic sites or take a break from the hustle and bustle along the many tree-lined paths surrounding Hildesheim. Perfect for little feet, paws, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.6 (10)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis popular local recreation route leads around the Hohnsensee lake in the south of the city of Hildesheim. The path encircles the lake and runs along consistently flat, wide and well-surfaced park paths, which are very popular with both walkers and joggers. A central highlight is the park landscape of the Jo-Wiese site and the immediate proximity to the Innerste, which flanks the lake. Old weeping willows on the shore provide a picturesque backdrop. The flat route makes this short loop an...
- 3.9 (6)·Easy·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis circular route, which is of great natural history value, leads through one of the most ecologically significant landscapes in the district of Hildesheim. The trail opens up the Lange Dreisch and Osterberg nature reserve, a former military training area that has developed into a refuge for rare species. The route runs along a mixture of paved farm tracks, former military tracks and narrow paths through open rough grassland landscapes. A central highlight is the wide, almost steppe-like...
- 4.2 (7)·Hard·18.7 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrRelaxed circular route in the Hildesheim Börde, Lower Saxony. This beautiful MTB circular route or hike in the south of Hildesheim leads through the Querburg forest and over the Knebelberg. There are many benches and a few tables along the way that invite to relax and picnic. One highlight is the Lechstedt pond. Highlights of the hike: - Numerous benches - Fish ponds with rest stops - near-natural paths - beautiful views
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·19.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrScenic mountain bike tour in the Hildesheim Forest, Lower Saxony. Despite the rather short distance of less than 20 kilometres, this MTB tour in the Hildesheim Forest is quite challenging. For example, there is a tough climb between the Halsberg and the Escherberg. After just under 8 km, you reach the Hildesheimer Wald viewing tower restaurant, which is open Friday to Sunday from 11.30 am to 7 pm. Highlights of the tour: - Finkenberg/Lerchenberg nature reserve - Gallberg nature reserve -...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·36.4 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour near Hildesheim, Lower Saxony. This 36-kilometre MTB tour connects Hildesheim with Diekholzen and Bad Salzdetfurth. You cycle through extensive fields and meadows as well as through the southern Hildesheim forest. Highlights of the hike: - Hohnsensee (bathing opportunity) - Lammetal valley - Valley of the Innerste - Hildesheim Forest - Bad Salzdetfurth
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Hildesheim?
There are plenty of things to do on Hildesheim's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Hildesheim?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hildesheim is Bad Salzdetfurth loop. This trail is estimated to be 60.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hildesheim?
Hildesheim: With an ascent of 1,264 m, Von Hildesheim zur Burgruine Winzenburg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Salzdetfurth loop with 1,164 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Hildesheim?
The most popular and difficult trail in Hildesheim is Itzum - Querburg - Knebelberg circular Route with a 4.2-star rating from 7 reviews.
Are there running trails available in Hildesheim?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Hildesheim which is Von Hildesheim zur Burgruine Winzenburg with an average 4.5 star rating from 2 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Hildesheim?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 biking trails in Hildesheim and the most popular is Itzum - Querburg - Knebelberg circular Route with an average 4.2 star rating from 7 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hildesheim?
Yes, there are 11 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hildesheim, including Lake Hohnsen, Lange Dreisch and Osterberg Nature Reserve, Itzum - Querburg - Knebelberg circular Route, Hildesheim Forest: Gallberg - Halsberg - Sonnenberg and Innerste Lauf.
Are there any trails with lakes in Hildesheim?
Yes, there are 8 trails with lakes in Hildesheim, including Lake Hohnsen, Hohnsensee, Innerste Lauf, Hildesheim - Marienburg - Steinberg and Im Löhnsbruch entlang der Innerste.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hildesheim?
Yes, there are 7 trails with scenic viewpoints in Hildesheim, including Lange Dreisch and Osterberg Nature Reserve, Hildesheim Forest: Gallberg - Halsberg - Sonnenberg, Hildesheim - Diekholzen - Bad Salzdetfurth, Bad Salzdetfurth loop and Von Hildesheim zur Burgruine Winzenburg.
Are there any trails with springs in Hildesheim?
Yes, there is one trail with a spring in Hildesheim: Hildesheim Forest: Gallberg - Halsberg - Sonnenberg.
Are there any trails with ponds in Hildesheim?
Yes, there are 3 trails with ponds in Hildesheim, including Innerste Lauf, Von Hildesheim nach Wehrstedt and Bad Salzdetfurth loop.
Are there any trails with castles in Hildesheim?
Yes, there are 6 trails with castles in Hildesheim, including Innerste Lauf, Von Hildesheim nach Wehrstedt, Im Löhnsbruch entlang der Innerste, Bad Salzdetfurth loop and Von Hildesheim zur Burgruine Winzenburg.
Are there any trails with rivers in Hildesheim?
Yes, there are 10 trails with rivers in Hildesheim, including Lake Hohnsen, Hohnsensee, Innerste Lauf, Hildesheim - Marienburg - Steinberg and Von Hildesheim nach Wehrstedt.
