Best bird watching trails in Hamburg

Popular circular hiking trail in the Duvenstedter Brook nature reserve, Hamburg This round in Hamburg's northernmost district of Wohldorf-Ohlstedt leads once through the species-rich nature reserve Duvenstedter Brook. A lot of variety awaits the hikers here: moors and picturesque streams, heather areas and the quarry forests of the Wohldorf Forest ensure a very natural hike at the gates of Hamburg. Dogs are prohibited in the entire nature reserve. Reachable by bus and train (access from the...

Family-friendly hike in the Boberger Niederung nature reserve, Hamburg. The starting point is at the car park directly at the Boberger Niederung. It is also easy to get there by bus and train. This enchanting tour then goes through one of the most species-rich nature reserves in the Hanseatic city. In the middle of the nature reserve, in addition to the marvellous natural landscape, there is also the Boberg gliding site. Highlights of the hike: - Boberger Niederung nature reserve - Boberg...

Popular loop trail in the Holzhafen nature reserve, Hamburg. A beautiful tour around the Holzhafen nature reserve in Billwerder Bay, which can be completed by hiking in about three hours. Bird and nature lovers in particular will get their money's worth: the wooden harbor offers a habitat for rare plants and is a resting area for many migratory birds, including shovelers and shelducks. If you arrive by public transport, you can start the route at the Rothenburgsort S-Bahn...

Charming, family-friendly round trip through the Öjendorfer Park in Hamburg. From the parking lot, it goes around the Öjendorfer See, which is located in the park of the same name. There is a bird sanctuary to the north of the lake, a good place to spot them! If you feel like swimming, you can use the two small sandy beaches. Additionally there is large sunbathing areas, a barbecue area and two children's playgrounds. There are also a few kiosks with toilet facilities nearby. Highlights: -...

Close-to-nature circular hiking trail in the north of Hamburg A relaxed round through the last raised bog in northern Hamburg. Where peat was mined until 1958, meadows, birch trees, rewetted moorland and heathland have now recaptured large parts of the area. Today the Wittmoor or "White Moor" as a nature reserve offers a habitat for many rare bird, animal and plant species. This route should be avoided after prolonged rainfall. Accessible by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: -...

Family-friendly loop in the north of Hamburg. This is an excellent round for a relaxed hike with the whole family. Gravel paths, narrow nature trails, and wooden plank paths provide plenty of variety when hiking. The idyllic Wittmoor is the last high moor in the north of Hamburg. It offers rare animal and plant species habitats under strict nature protection. Dogs must be kept on a leash here, and the paths may not be left. The four-legged companions can let off steam in the designated dog...

Varied loop trail in the Duvenstedter Brook nature reserve, Hamburg. The two nature reserves Wohldorfer Wald and Duvenstedter Brook invite you to go on a hike in the midst of beautiful nature. Forests and meadows criss-crossed by moors ensure a very atmospheric experience. Hikers who want to learn more about hiking tours or the local flora and fauna can stop by the BrookHus. Dogs, even those on a leash, are unfortunately not allowed to enter the Duvenstedter Brook nature reserve. Highlights...

Family-friendly loop trail in Eppendorf, Hamburg. The Eppendorfer Muehlenteich, which was created in the 13th century, is made for a family walk or a sporty workout. In winter you can also watch the famous Alster swans, which spend the winter in the Eppendorfer Teich. Highlights of the route: - Eppendorf Muehlenteich - swan enclosure - waterfowl

At the gates of Hamburg, in the north near Duvenstedt, lies the Wittmoor nature reserve. Wittmoor (white moor) is an upland moor that was previously used for peat extraction. The tour shown here leads mostly over small paths through the moor, partly also over wooden walkways that should be enjoyed with caution when wet. The way back leads over a narrow dam that was previously used to remove peat. There is wild, pristine nature and, depending on the season, fallow deer, cranes and much more...

Relaxed loop trail in Bergstedt, Hamburg. This is a beautiful loop trail through the Hainesch-Illand nature reserve in the north of Hamburg. The nature reserve is considered an important breeding area for bird species such as the kingfisher. After the walk, you can stop for refreshments at the Old Mill from Thursday to Sunday. Highlights of the hike: - Hainesch-Illand nature reserve - Old mill (refreshments available) - Mill pond - rare species of birds