Best forest trails in Göttingen
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Göttingen 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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- 4.7 (40)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular city walk in Göttingen, Lower Saxony. The historic city wall, which is now beautifully planted throughout, is a popular way to walk around Göttingen's old town. Of course, there is much of the city to discover along the way. Gardens and green spaces such as the Old Botanical Gardens, the Albani Cemetery and Cheltenham Park are connected along the avenue. The walk starts at Schacke-Wall and Goethe-Allee. Highlights: - Old Botanical Gardens - Albani Cemetery - Cheltenham Park
- 4.2 (22)·Easy·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular walk in Goettingen, Lower Saxony. Loop trail around the 15 hectare Goettinger Kiessee, which is located on the south-western outskirts of the city. With a great playground for children and many sports facilities for adults too. There is also a restaurant and boat rentals along the way. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Kiessee - boat rental
- 4.5 (12)·Hard·10.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in Göttingen city forest, Lower Saxony. This beautiful hike leads through Göttingen's city forest from the lower end of the Schillerwiese meadow on the edge of the city to the Bismarckstein ("elephant toilet"). The route leads along the edge of the forest to the Sengerfeld - an orchard planted with the help of the Lions Club. After a loop around the Kerstlingeröder field, the route leads back to the Schillerwiese via the Jägerhof am Kehr. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.6 (11)·Moderate·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail near Goettingen, Lower Saxony. This route, which is suitable for hiking and running, starts at the wild animal enclosure at Kehr, where you can observe wild boar and fallow deer up close. Then it's a relaxed loop through the Goettingen city forest and the Kerstlingeroeder Feld around the Sauberg. Highlights of the hike: - Wild animal enclosure at Kehr - Sauberg - Nature reserve Stadtwald Goettingen and Kerstlingeroeder Feld
- 4.2 (8)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis popular route leads through the local recreation area on the Hainberg, the eastern high plateau overlooking the university city of Göttingen. The path starts at the traditional excursion destination Am Kehr and explores the extensive beech forests of the Göttingen City Forest. The course follows a mixture of broad, well-maintained hiking trails, shaded forestry roads, and natural paths. A central highlight is the wildlife enclosure at Kehr, where visitors can observe fallow deer and wild...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrWonderful circular hike in the city forest of Göttingen, Lower Saxony. A great loop through Göttingen's city forest, where there is always something to discover - and in pleasant peace and quiet under the canopy of leaves. There is a small refreshment stop and an ice cream parlor at the fallow deer enclosure. From the Bismarck Tower, you can enjoy the view of Göttingen and the Leine Valley at weekends and on public holidays between April and October. There is also a public toilet here. The...
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop near Goettingen, Lower Saxony. Forests, meadows and fields await you on this hike. Shortly after the Friedwald you reach the Plesse Castle, where there is a restaurant as well. Via Deppoldshausen you hike back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - Plesse Castle - varied paths
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Göttingen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Göttingen is Göttingen - Brocken - Bad Harzburg. This trail is estimated to be 67.0 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Göttingen?
Göttingen: With an ascent of 11,141 ft, Göttingen - Brocken - Bad Harzburg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is From Göttingen to Kassel with 4,265 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Göttingen?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Göttingen is Goettingen Forest Loop with a 4.5-star rating from 12 reviews.
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- Rundwanderweg Weende – Tour rotes Quadrat
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- Drachenberg and Menzelberg from Goettingen
- Rundwanderweg Bilingshäuser Schlucht – Tour baunes Quadrat
- Rundwanderweg Seckborngrund/Omborn - Tour grüne Raute
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Points of interest
- Sauberg
- Borheckstraße/Wildgehege
- Alte Panzerwaschanlage
- Mackenröder Spitze
- Cygnet's pool
- Kleperberg
- Harzblick
- Geschwisterbuche
- Hainberg-Observatorium
- Göttinger Sonnenturm
- Hoher Brunnen
- Kiessee
- Tuchmacherbornhütte
- Bismarck Cottage
- älteste Linde auf dem Stadtwall
- Universitätsaula
- Alter Botanischer Garten
- Odilienmühle
- Versteinerter Meeresboden
- Luttertalblick