Best lake trails in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park
The Steinhuder Meer Nature Park covers around 420 square kilometres. The core zone of the area is the lake "Steinhuder Meer". It also includes many protected areas, which in turn provide habitats for flora and fauna. The extensive moorland areas, floating meadows, dunes, mountains and shady forests of the glacial moraine landscape are home to white-tailed eagles, water buffalo and moor frogs.
Top trails
- 4.5 (93)·Moderate·30.4 km·Est. 7–8 hrThe signposted route runs around Lower Saxony’s largest lake – the Steinhuder Meer. Covering an area of around 30 km², the lake is a popular local leisure destination in the Hanover region and is renowned for its excellent water quality. The lakeside path can be explored on foot or by bike. Campsites offer the option of splitting the route into several day stages. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. The tour can be started from various points and undertaken in...
- 4.1 (15)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This scenic walk along the Steinhuder Meer leads directly along the shore for long stretches. Most of the path is also suitable for wheelchairs. Highlights of the walk: - child-friendly - Shore path on the Steinhuder Meer - Wilhelmsstein - beautiful views
- 3.5 (20)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular moor adventure trail in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Totes Moor adventure trail leads along a beautiful route through the Totes Moor nature reserve, which is located in the Steinhuder Meer nature park. The trail starts at "Car Park 11 Alte Moorhütte". The path is part of the Steinhuder Meer circular route and leads to the Grossenheidorn Tower. Several experience stations show the typical animal and plant world, the use of the moors and what the current measures...
- 4.8 (18)·Moderate·38.8 km·Est. 9–10 hrPopular cycle tour in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This 40 km cycle tour from Wunstorf takes you around the Steinhuder Meer. If required, you can stay overnight, for example at the Mardorf campsite Highlights of the tour: - Steinhuder Meer - Meerbruchswiesen nature reserve - Eastern shore of the Steinhuder Meer nature reserve - Steinhude
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·20.8 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrBeautiful round in Lower Saxony. The loop leads around the former Wunstorf Moor nature reserve. Here you can discover the special flora and fauna of the moor, which was once partially drained and utilised. There is an inn near the starting point (follow Alte Hubertusstraße a short distance to the west and then turn left into Alte Moorhütte) where you can stop for a bite to eat. You can arrive by car or take the bus, which stops at the Mardorf Vogeldamm bus stop.
- 4.2 (2)·Easy·3.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed walk in Lower Saxony. From Husum we head to the idyllic Heye Glas See. It was created from an old gravel pit belonging to the Heye company. Diving and swimming are possible here today. There is a bus stop and a café in Husum to stop for refreshments after the excursion. The lake is a private property of the company and parking is not permitted here. Highlights: - idyllic lake
- 3.4 (2)·Moderate·18.8 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrInteresting tour around the Wunstdorf airbase in Lower Saxony. With a bit of luck, you can see heavy military aircraft take off and land from time to time on the tour around Wunstrof Air Base. The 62 Air Transport Wing is stationed here. From the forest path at the state forest, the route leads from Großenheidorn to Wunstorf and finally back via Poggenhagen and along the state forest. The paths are accessible. Highlights: - Air Base - State forest
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Visitor info
Accessibility
Facilities
At the three information centres Naturparkhaus Mardorf, Steinhude and Insel Wilhelmstein, visitors can find lots of details about the natural features of the region. Admission to the nature park centre is free. It is open from Tue - Fri from 11am - 5pm and at weekends from 11am - 6pm.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best lake trail to hike in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park is Lake Steinhude Circular Route, which has a 4.5 star rating from 93 reviews. This trail is 30.4 km long with an elevation gain of 451 m.
What is the longest lake trail in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park is RTF RSC-Nienburg - 124 Route. This trail is estimated to be 125.5 km long.
How many lake trails are in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?
There are 18 lake trails in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park.These lake trails have an average 3.9-star ratingfrom 175 AllTrails community reviews.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?
RTF RSC-Nienburg - 124 Route has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 2,057 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is RTF RSC-Nienburg - 91er Strecke, which has 1,596 m of elevation gain.
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