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Best trails in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park

Best trails in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park

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Lower Saxony
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The Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park is one of the largest nature parks in Germany. With a mixture of species-rich mixed forests with flowering heath landscapes and forests and meadows, moors and sand dunes criss-crossed by idyllic river valleys, the nature park offers a fascinatingly diverse landscape.

Top sights

Gierenberg
Gierenberg
Peak
Glaner Braut 3
Glaner Braut 3
Archaeological site
Glaner Braut 1
Glaner Braut 1
Archaeological site
Glaner Braut 2
Glaner Braut 2
Archaeological site
Püttenhus
Püttenhus
Attraction
1000-jährige Eiche
1000-jährige Eiche
Attraction

Top trails

  1. #1 - On the Huntepadd to the Glaner bride

    4.4 (55)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Family-friendly walk in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. From Dötlingen, you walk along the Hunte and on the Huntepadd through the Glaner Heide nature reserve, where you can admire the Glaner Braut I-IV (a megalithic site). Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Huntepadd - Glaner Bride - Glaner Heide nature reserve

  2. #2 - Small round in Hasbruch

    4.5 (52)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Hasbruch is an idyllic primeval forest near Ganderkesee - several mighty oak trees, some of which are protected as natural monuments, lie directly along the path. Highlights of the hike: - Brookbäke observation tower - Friederikeneiche natural monument - Hasbruch primeval forest - Georg Marien Oak

  3. #3 - Big loop in Hasbruch

    4.3 (33)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular circular hike in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Hasbruch is ideal for hiking, walking and jogging. There are wide, long forest paths as well as fairytale-like winding paths. You pass two beautiful ponds and several striking trees. Highlights of the hike: - Idyllic forest paths - Peterteich pond - Friederiken oak - Information boards - Thick oak tree - Klingenberg pond

  4. #4 - Through Syker Friedeholz

    4.1 (36)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the WIldeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This circular trail leads through the Friedeholz, a quiet recreational area just outside Syke. Nature lovers will be familiar with the woodland, especially because of the orchids that are widespread here and bloom between July and August. Highlights of the hike: - Syker Friedeholz - Wolf's Gorge - Box beech - Orchids

  5. #5 - Wittemoor Boardwalk via Monastery Ruins Hude

    3.7 (18)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Beautiful hiking trail in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park. This interesting hiking trail begins in Hude, near the striking barn. Head north along Kirchstraße in the direction of St Elisabeth - if you wish, you can visit the Hude Monastery Museum or the monastery tavern, although the latter is better suited for a stop-off on the way back. Cross the Hude stream and continue to the Linteler Waldweg. After the beautiful section in the forest, you pass the Witte Moor and Holler Moor until you...

  6. #6 - Glaner Braut ab Wildeshausen

    4.2 (15)·Moderate·14.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr

  7. #7 - Kleinenknetener Steine

    4.3 (19)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Historical circular walk in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Kleinenkneten Stones - also known as the "Great Stones" - should be seen by every outdoor enthusiast interested in the culture of megalithic tombs. They are hidden in a small wood which, together with the burial site, has been a nature reserve since 1951. Highlights: - family-friendly - Kleinenkneten stones (large stone grave) - Quiet forest paths

  8. #8 - Aussichtsturm Brookbäke im Hasbruch

    4.6 (14)·Easy·5.6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr

  9. #9 - NSG Barnfuehrer Holz and Schreensmoor from Sandhatten

    4.8 (4)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr

  10. #10 - Wardenburg hiking trail no. 3: Through the Lethetal

    3.7 (14)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Varied circular hike in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful and very relaxed hike in the Lethetal valley, which is also suitable for families. There are refreshment stops, for example at the Wardenburg watermill or the Café am Glockenturm, Highlights of the hike: - Oberlethe seminar centre - Castle path - Wardenburg watermill - Fish ladder at the Lethe Bridge
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park is On the Huntepadd to the Glaner bride which has a 4.4 star rating from 55 reviews. This trail is 6.1 km long with an elevation gain of 95 m.

What is the longest trail in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park is RTF Goldenstedt Cycling Marathon. This trail is estimated to be 206.3 km long.

How many trails are in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

There are 91 trails in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 470 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

RTF Goldenstedt Cycling Marathon has the most elevation gain with 2,894 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is RTF Delmenhorst 150 Route, which has 2,164 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 10 camping trails in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park and the most popular is Gold rush CTF Goldenstedt - 31 km route with an average 3.9 star rating from 3 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 running trails in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park and the most popular is Big loop in Hasbruch with an average 4.3 star rating from 33 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 28 biking trails in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park and the most popular is Aussichtsturm Brookbäke im Hasbruch with an average 4.6 star rating from 14 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with ponds in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with historical ruins in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with historical ruins in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, including Big loop in Hasbruch and Aussichtsturm Brookbäke im Hasbruch.

Are there any trails with rivers in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with lakes in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Yes, there are 8 trails with scenic viewpoints in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, including Small round in Hasbruch, Big loop in Hasbruch, Aussichtsturm Brookbäke im Hasbruch, Goldenstedter Moor from Haus im Moor and NSG Wittemoor: Wittemoorweg and Bohlenweg.

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Are there any trails with huts in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

Yes, there is one trail with a hut in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park: Bahnhof Ahlhorn - Wildeshausen - Dötlingen - Gut Moorbek.

Are there any trails with beaches in Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park?

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