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Best wildlife trails in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park

Best wildlife trails in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park

3.3(117 reviews)

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Lower Saxony
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#5 of 14 nature parks

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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

  1. #1 - Lake Steinhude Circular Route

    4.5 (93)·Moderate·30.4 km·Est. 7–8 hr
    The 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...

  2. #2 - Erlebnisweg Totes Moor

    3.5 (20)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular 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...

  3. #3 - Dino-Tour A: Meßwarb-Tour

    3.2 (3)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Dino-Tour A Meßwarb-Tour. There are refreshment stops.

  4. #4 - Teilweg and Plasttenweg loop

    2.0 (1)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hike in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This relaxed circular route leads along fields and the edge of the forest. Well suited for a walk with children or a round with dogs. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Forest and field paths - beautiful views
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Visitor info

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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 wildlife trail to hike in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife 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 wildlife trail in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park is Lake Steinhude Circular Route. This trail is estimated to be 30.4 km long.

How many wildlife trails are in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?

There are 4 wildlife trails in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 3.3-star ratingfrom 117 AllTrails community reviews.

Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Steinhuder Meer Nature Park?

Lake Steinhude Circular Route has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 451 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Dino-Tour A: Meßwarb-Tour, which has 145 m of elevation gain.

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