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Best partially-paved trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park

Best partially-paved trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park

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The Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is located in northern Lower Saxony and is part of the Lüneburg Heath holiday region. Its ideal location between the three cities of Hamburg, Hanover and Bremen makes it a popular destination for day trips and weekend excursions.

The Lüneburg Heath Nature Park was one of the first nature parks in Germany and is now one of the largest and best-known. It covers 107,000 hectares; at its heart in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve and around the Wilseder Berg, it comprises the largest contiguous areas of heathland in Central Europe. Hikers can also discover heath streams, moors, old forests and picturesque villages with thatched cottages.

Top sights

Stattberg
Stattberg
Peak
Wilseder Berg
Wilseder Berg
Peak
Brunsberg
Brunsberg
Peak
Feenteiche
Feenteiche
Pond
Pferdekopf
Pferdekopf
Peak
Wilseder Berg
Wilseder Berg
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Heidschnuckenweg Stage 5: Niederhaverbeck - Bispingen

    4.3 (20)·Moderate·16.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    This route is the fifth stage of the Heidschnuckenweg, a long-distance hiking trail through Lower Saxony. This particular section begins in Niederhaverbeck and ends in Bispingen. The trail crosses the Haverbeeke and follows the watershed between the Weser and the Elbe, passing the sources of the Wümme and the Brunau. Walkers cross the Behringer Heide, the Brunausee and the juniper-covered landscape of the Borsteler Kuhlen before reaching Bispingen via the Luhpadd. Accommodation is available...

  2. #2 - Amelinghausen: Queens' Way

    4.1 (20)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The 11 km long "Queen's Trail" circular route leads around the heath village of Amelinghausen. You walk through the Kronsberg Heath with the Heidschnucken stable, where the Heath Queen is crowned every year. The popular Lopausee lake is also located along the trail. Pedal boats can be hired here in summer. Highlights of the hike: - Kronsberg Heath - Lopausee lake - Natural and partly sandy paths - Amelinghausen heath...

  3. #3 - Oberhaverbeck - Suhorn - Wulfsberg

    4.8 (15)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular circular hiking trail in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This circular trail through the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve starts in Oberhaverbeck. Many beautiful views over the Wümme valley and the endless heath landscapes await hikers at the Suhorn, for example. As everywhere in the Lüneburg Heath, the hiking trails can be a little more crowded when the heather is in bloom. Highlights of the hike: - Heath - Wulfsberg - Alfred Toepfer view on the Suhorn - Natural sandy...

  4. #4 - Wümmeberg

    4.8 (12)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Relaxed circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. Sandy paths, picturesque heathland and dense pine forest - you can hardly get more Lüneburg Heath flair than on this almost 8-kilometre loop. In contrast to the better-known Wilseder Berg, the paths on the Wümmeberg are generally less crowded. Highlights of the hike: - marvellous sandy paths - Extensive heathland landscapes - Wümmeberg - View of the Wümmemoor

  5. #5 - Bispingen: short heather tour (cycle path 1)

    4.6 (8)·Moderate·25.4 km·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Popular cycle tour in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. During this cycle tour, you will visit many of the most popular places in the Lüneburg Heath. Most of the paths are well-maintained, but there are some sandy sections. Mountain bikes or touring bikes are recommended. Highlights of the cycle tour: - Brunausee lake - Totengrund - Heath village of Wilsede - Heath museum "Dat ole Huus" - Barrows - Tithe barn in Hörpel

  6. #6 - Brunsberg, Buesenbachtal and Seppenser Muehle

    4.2 (10)·Hard·19.6 km·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    Varied circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful circular hike from Wörme via Seppensen. Along the way, hikers can visit the horse's head in the Büsenbach valley and the picturesque Brunsberg nature reserve. Highlights of the hike: - Seppensen mill with mill pond - Brunsberg nature reserve - idyllic Büsenbach valley

  7. #7 - Heidegarten - Höpel - Silvestersee

    4.6 (14)·Moderate·16.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This circular walk is a real treat, especially during the heather blossom season (mid-August to mid-September). The Schneverdinger Heidegarten and the Osterheide are two of the most famous heathland landscapes and parks along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Picturesque heathland landscapes - sandy paths - Silvestersee lake - Schneverdingen heath garden - Easter heath

  8. #8 - Friedwaldweg (V2)

    4.4 (6)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. The route starts and finishes at the Volkwardingen car park. There is also a stop for the Heide Shuttle here, so it is possible to travel here by public transport. You will pass the Sellhorn forestry office with its beautiful buildings. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest paths - Sellhorn - Totengrund

  9. #9 - Hanstedter Berge - On the Toeps

    4.0 (18)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Varied circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This fantastic hike begins east of Hanstedt in the car-free Lüneburg Heath nature reserve. While the first half of the route leads through the picturesque forests of the Hanstedt mountains, extensive heathland awaits you later on. Highlights of the hike: - Heath area "Auf dem Töps" - Forest paths - Hanstedt mountains

  10. #10 - At the Böhme in Soltau

    3.6 (8)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best partially paved trail to hike in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best partially paved trail to hike in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Heidschnuckenweg Stage 5: Niederhaverbeck - Bispingen, which has a 4.3 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 16.7 km long with an elevation gain of 336 m.

What is the longest partially paved trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially paved trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Wesel - Hützel - Wilsede. This trail is estimated to be 62.4 km long.

How many partially paved trails are in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

There are 71 partially paved trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park.These partially paved trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 274 AllTrails community reviews.

Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

Hermannsburg - Soltau - Bispingen (MTB) has the most elevation gain for partially paved trails with 1,226 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Von Breloh über Oeningen und Bispingen, which has 1,164 m of elevation gain.

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