Best trails in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park
The Elm-Lappwald Nature Park is located between Braunschweig and Magdeburg, in the heart of Germany. Over 600 kilometres of cycling and hiking trails await visitors, with beech forests as far as the eye can see.
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- 3.9 (19)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular route in the Elm-Lappwald nature park, Lower Saxony A beautiful circular route through the extensive forests of the Elm south-east of Braunschweig. The route is well suited for trail running or for a leisurely family walk. The hike is mostly on gravel paths, along which the circular route is marked with a "27". There is a refreshment stop at the starting point of the hike. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful views of the Reitlingstal - Quiet forest trails - Drachen...
- 4.7 (13)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The start and finish of this circular walk is the Quellenhof car park. Leaving the Clarabadteich pond and the grave of forester Alers behind you, you soon reach the Mesekenheide. The route closes via the Zigarrenhöhe and the Paradiesweg to form a beautiful circular route. Highlights of the hike: - Clarabadteich pond - Paradise path - Tomb of the forester Alers - Mesekenheide (rest area and stamp point) -...
- 4.1 (8)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis idyllic circular hike leads through the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, the largest contiguous beech forest area in Northern Germany. The trail explores a section of the forested ridge near Königslutter, following a diverse mixture of broad forestry roads, shaded forest paths, and gentle inclines. A central highlight is the impressive silence of the extensive "cathedral-like" beech forests and the views from the edge of the Elm over the surrounding Braunschweig region. The route features...
- 3.8 (12)·Moderate·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrNatural circular hiking trail in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. With a distance of only around 5.5 kilometres, the Tetzelstein circular trail is ideal for a walk with the whole family. Sturdy shoes are an advantage: around 60 % of the Elm RW 15 runs on gravel paths and 40 % on natural paths. Highlights of the hike: - Natural paths - Tetzelstein - dense forest
- 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...
- 3.9 (10)·Moderate·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrExciting, family-friendly hiking tour near Königslutter-Forst, Lower Saxony. The circular hike starts at the Lutterspring car park and takes you through the adventurous and shady forest. The highlight of this tour is the Hainholz / Elm adventure quarry. Young and old explorers alike can search for, collect, tap and keep fossils in the quarry. We recommend take a small hammer and safety goggles with you. Highlights of the tour: - Rest area at the Honigkuchengrund - Hainholz adventure...
- 4.1 (9)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hike in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The circular hiking trail 17, also known as the Langeleber circular trail, starts and ends at the hiking car park in Langeleben. 90% of the route is on gravel paths, around 10% are natural paths. Highlights of the hike: - Detour to the ruins of Langeleben moated castle (optional) - Well-maintained paths
- 3.7 (4)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful and, at less than 4 kilometres, very easy short circular walk near Königslutter am Elm. There are several car parks along the way. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Honeycomb - Reitlingstal nature reserve - Idyllic forest edges
- 3.5 (8)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Reitlingswiesen circular hiking trail is one of the official routes in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park. More than half of this route runs along natural paths, which can sometimes be quite overgrown in summer. Highlights of the hike: - High proportion of near-natural paths - Large pond - Long pond - Reitlings Valley
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park is Elm Rundwanderweg 27 (Reitlings-Rundweg) which has a 3.9 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 6.0 km long with an elevation gain of 163 m.
What is the longest trail in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park is Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 4. This trail is estimated to be 160.9 km long.
How many trails are in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
There are 63 trails in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park.These trails have an average 3.6-star ratingfrom 311 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 4 has the most elevation gain with 2,852 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 3, which has 2,445 m of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park and the most popular is Helmstedt with an average 3.8 star rating from 2 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 24 running trails in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park and the most popular is Elm Rundwanderweg 27 (Reitlings-Rundweg) with an average 3.9 star rating from 19 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 20 biking trails in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park and the most popular is RW02 Large Bad Helmstedt loop with an average 4.7 star rating from 13 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 9 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including Elm Rundwanderweg 27 (Reitlings-Rundweg), Elm loop trail 15 (Tetzelstein loop), MTB: Elm M07, Elm Loop Trail 24: Diana Loop Trail and Dorm RW01 - Mariental loop trail.
Are there any trails with castles in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 7 trails with castles in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including Langeleben Elfenpfad, Fahrradtour im Lappwald, Paläon-Route, Hötensleben - Lappwaldsee Runde and Harbke - Helmstedt.
Are there any trails with huts in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 2 trails with huts in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including Mountainbiketour Helmstedt - Lappwaldsee and Hötensleben - Lappwaldsee - Räbke.
Are there any trails with lakes in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 10 trails with lakes in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including RW02 Large Bad Helmstedt loop, Eitzsee-Route Helmstedt, Helmstedt - Lappwald Runde, Bad Helmstedt and Lappwald From Waldkater and Bad Helmstedt - Lappwald Loop.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with scenic viewpoints in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including Elm Rundwanderweg 28, Eitzsee-Route Helmstedt, Elm Circuit 17, Helmstedt and Bad Helmstedt and Lappwald From Waldkater.
Are there any trails with ponds in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 19 trails with ponds in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including RW02 Large Bad Helmstedt loop, Elm Circular Trail 23, MTB: Elm M07, RW03 Brunnental loop trail and Helmstedt - Lappwald Runde.
Are there any trails with springs in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 8 trails with springs in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including Elm Rundwanderweg 27 (Reitlings-Rundweg), Elm Circular Trail 23, Through the Reitlingstal, MTB: Elm M07 and Langeleben Elfenpfad.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 6 trails with historical ruins in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including RW02 Large Bad Helmstedt loop, RW03 Brunnental loop trail, Bad Helmstedt - Lappwald Loop, RW04 Heiligenberg loop trail and Fahrradtour im Lappwald.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with archaeological sites in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park, including Elm Rundwanderweg 27 (Reitlings-Rundweg), MTB: Elm M07 and Paläon-Route.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a cliff in Elm-Lappwald Nature Park: Dorm from Gross Steinum.
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Suitability
Points of interest
- Drachenberg
- Clarabadteich
- Quellenhofteich
- Ruine am Burgberg
- Pumpenhaus
- Herzogliches Hoflager
- Begegnungsstätte Kloster St. Ludgerus
- St. Ludger's Abbey
- Rastplatz am Badeholz
- Schierpkebach-Quellhaus
- Klosterkirche St. Maria
- Kaiserdom
- Sender
- Burgruine Langeleben
- Kräutergarten
- Kiefelhorn
- Lappwaldsee
- Magdeburger Warte
- Schafsteich
- Wabe