Best river trails in Braunschweig
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Explore the most popular river trails near Braunschweig with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.3 (71)·Moderate·13.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular cycling and hiking trail in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony The Braunschweig Ringgleis is one of the most popular routes around the second largest city in Lower Saxony. The varied circular route leads around the city center on well-developed footpaths and cycle paths and is divided into four sections: the northern ring track (“The track through TECHNOLOGY and NATURE”), the eastern ring track (“The PARK track”), and the southern ring track ("The BAHN-Gleis) and the western ring track ("The...
- 4.0 (48)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. The circular route around the Südsee lake is a real classic in Braunschweig. People jog, walk or simply relax here all year round. There is also a short stretch along the Oker. The start is at the car park next to the "Grundschule Rüningen" bus stop. Highlights: - Südsee lake - Oker - Detour to Noah's Ark Zoo (optional)
- 4.5 (31)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular walk in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. The Ölpersee is one of Braunschweig's most popular recreational areas - people walk, jog and fish here whatever the weather. This short, leisurely loop is also easy to do with children. Water sports are not permitted in Ölpersee. There are bistros near the parking lot in the village for a snack after the loop. Highlights of the loop: - Child-friendly - Ölper Lake - Braunschweig Oker floodplain nature reserve
- 3.3 (4)·Moderate·13.4 miPopular running event in Brunswick, Lower Saxony. This is the half marathon route of the Braunschweiger Lauftage. The marathon follows the same route, but completes the loop twice. The route begins at the Kohlmarkt and leads around the Suedsee and through several pretty parks south of the city center. Current information is available from the organizer (link under "Tips"). Highlights of the route: - Brunswick city center - Buergerpark - Suedsee ("South Lake") - Prince Albrecht Park
- 4.6 (9)·Moderate·22.4 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrThe Weser-Harz-Heide Cycle Path (WHH) follows this route first from the center of Braunschweig to Abbesbüttel. An exclusive residential area was built here a few years ago with Marina Abbesbüttel directly on the Mittelland Canal. From there, apart from a few small exceptions, you always follow the Mittelland Canal. Unfortunately, some of the paths along the Mittelland Canal are not in a particularly good condition. Nevertheless, there are interesting insights along this route that make it...
- 3.1 (7)·Moderate·21.3 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrRelaxed bike tour from Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. You are almost always accompanied by the water on this beautiful bike tour from Braunschweig. You cycle along the Mittelland Canal, the Salzgitter branch canal and through the protected meadow landscapes of the Oker. Highlights of the tour: - Path along the Salzgitter branch canal - Mittelland Canal - Oelpersee - Braunschweiger Buergerpark - Braunschweiger Okeraue nature reserve
- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·20.2 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrDiverse bike tour in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony. This is a nice bike tour in north-eastern Braunschweig. From the Braunschweig-Gliesmarode train station, it goes through fields, meadows and forests. You pass the NSG Riddagshausen with its ponds and an idyllic landscape protection area. Highlights of the route: - Riddagshausen nature reserve with central pond - landscape conservation area "Schandelaher Wohld und Pfeifengraswiese Wohld" - Detour to Essehof Zoo (optional)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Braunschweig?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Braunschweig is Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 4. This trail is estimated to be 100.0 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Braunschweig?
Braunschweig: With an ascent of 9,356 ft, Welfen RTF 2020 Tour 4 has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Braunschweig - Schöningen with 4,301 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Braunschweig?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Braunschweig is Braunschweig - Schöningen with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.
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