Best walking trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park
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.
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- 4.5 (113)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Lüneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. This walk is perfect for an excursion with the whole family. Mostly on boardwalks, it leads through the picturesque Pietzmoor, one of the most popular attractions in the Lüneburg Heath. For safety reasons and as the hike leads through the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, it is not permitted to leave the paths and dogs must be kept on a lead. The Pietzmoor is home to rare bird and plant species such as cranes, sundew and the...
- 4.6 (18)·Moderate·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. A beautiful, short loop that takes you past the Töpferblick, among other places. The popular viewpoint is named after Dr Alfred Carl Toepfer, who was known for his campaign against the military use of the Lüneburg Heath - until the 1990s, what is now the core zone of the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park was used by British troops as a training area. In spring, birds such as the woodlark and the curlew can be observed from the Töpferblick...
- 4.5 (15)·Easy·5.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Lüneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. Sudermühlen is the start of this very leisurely circular route through the Lüneburg Heath. From here, the route leads to Egestorf. Therem is a great spot to take a nice break in a restaurant or café. Well refreshed, the route then follows the Aubarg back to the car park. Highlights of the hike: - Child-friendly - Heath - Egestorf
- 4.1 (5)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. The Twieselmoor is not only one of the most beautiful moorland areas in Lüneburg Heath, but also the source area of the Brunau. The route starts near the Hotel Hof Tütsberg, where you can stop for a bite to eat after the hike. Highlights of the hike: - Tütsberg - Wulfsberg - Twieselmoor - Heath landscapes
- 4.0 (2)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. It doesn't get much quieter and more natural than the Wilseder loop trail 2: The route runs through the heart of the car-free Lueneburg Heath nature reserve. The Einblicke in Abgruende ("views into gorges") route owes its name to the Totengrund and Steingrund, which are characterised by heathland and steep slopes. You often hike directly along the slopes of the two valleys. Attention: The heath town of Wilsede...
- 4.3 (9)·Moderate·2.7 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly circular trail in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. The Weseler Heide is a real insider tip for a relaxed hike in the Lüneburg Heath. Significantly less crowded than the heathlands near Undeloh and around the Wilseder Berg, the Weseler Heide is in no way inferior to the better-known hiking regions in the Lüneburg Heath. The broom heather usually blooms here between August and September - the circular route is of course particularly beautiful at this...
- 4.6 (7)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Lüneburg Heath Wildlife Park invites you to go on exciting discovery tours with the whole family. In addition to many wild animals, playgrounds, refreshment stops and well-maintained paths make for a great experience. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Many different wild animals - playground
- 4.4 (4)·Easy·3.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrBarrier-free loop trail in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This is the longer version of the "Im Tal der Haverbeek" loop trail, which is suitable for prams and wheelchairs. The route runs through landscapes that are very typical of the Lueneburg Heath - heathland, an idyllic river valley and lush green meadows. There are benches every 200 m, so you can take breaks along the way and enjoy the view of the heathland. Refreshments and barrier-free toilets are available at...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail for walking in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Pietzmoor Circular Route, which has a 4.5 star rating from 113 reviews. This trail is 4.7 km long with an elevation gain of 73 m.
What is the longest walking trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Hirschpfad Reitweg. This trail is estimated to be 28.6 km long.
How many walking trails are in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?
There are 18 walking trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 224 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?
Hirschpfad Reitweg has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 597 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Nordic Walking 6S Egestorf, which has 250 m of elevation gain.
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