Best forest trails in Melle
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Melle 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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- 4.1 (14)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis diverse loop leads through the scenic Wiehen Hills (Wiehengebirge) in the northern Osnabrück region. The trail connects the natural monument Grüner See with the historic observation tower on the Nonnenstein , following a mixture of narrow ridge paths, broad forestry roads, and idyllic valley trails. A central highlight is the "Green Lake" (Grüner See), a former quarry characterized by its turquoise-emerald water, along with the panoramic views from the Nonnenstein over the Ravensberg...
- 4.7 (19)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular hike in the nature and geopark TERRA.vita, Lower Saxony. From the parking lot near the Eickener Egge you walk through the Meller Mountains, first in a north-easterly direction and then west to Diedrichsburg. Shortly before the end of the route, the Ottoshoehe is another great vantage point. Highlights of the hike: - Ottoshoehe (viewpoint) - Diedrichsburg - idyllic forest paths
- 4.0 (11)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail in the Osnabrueck and Ravensberger Land, Lower Saxony. One of the most beautiful hiking trails in the Osnabrueck and Ravensberger Land. The loop route stretches for almost five kilometers through the southern flank of the Meller Mountains up to the Eickener Egge. Highlights of the hike: - Eickener Egge - Ottoshoehe (observation tower) - beautiful views
- 4.6 (4)·Hard·18.4 mi·Est. 9–10 hrFun mountain bike tour in the nature and geopark TEERA.vita, Lower Saxony The car park on the Huntetalstraße is a good starting point for the somewhat more demanding mountain bike route, which leads through several beautiful, protected forest areas: Gehle, Wehmerhorster Wiesental, Limberg and Offelter Berg and finally through the Obere Hunte. The route includes some steep climbs and short descents on a mix of forest trails/singletrack and paved roads with little traffic. Beautiful nature...
- 4.8 (3)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrCircular hiking trail around the Nonnenstein and the Grünen See in Melle, Lower Saxony. Several beautiful hiking trails start from the Linkerberg hiking car park. From the car park, follow the white L3 markings in a westerly direction along the edge of the forest path with a beautiful view. Finally, it goes through coniferous forest. The ascent to the ridge is via a longer forest path to the Nonnenstein lookout tower. Continue through the forest in the direction of the starting point - a...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis circular route is located within the Meller Berge in Lower Saxony and connects the Weberhaus area with the Diedrichsburg. The landscape is characterized by mixed forest stands consisting of beech and oak trees. Historical masonry is visible at the Diedrichsburg, which serves as a central landmark along the path. The trail surface consists primarily of wide forest tracks with a compacted gravel and soil composition. Sturdy footwear is commonly associated with the uneven natural ground in...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop trail in the TERRA.vita nature and geopark, Lower Saxony. The Melle-Oldendorf anniversary trail is a well-known and popular loop trail in the Osnabrueck region. There are numerous information boards along the way that provide information about the local nature and culture. To extend the route, the anniversary trail can be combined with the ring trail around Oldendorf (east of Oldendorf). Highlights of the hike: - Westerhausen - Kalkofen Westerhausen - Oldendorf - several...
- 3.3 (5)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the nature and geopark TERRA.vita, Lower Saxony. This is the 10 km route of the Meller Berglauf. In fact, the loop is only 5 km long, but the route will be run twice as part of the running event. The loop trail is also well suited for a walk in the Meller mountains. Highlights of the route: - Zwickenbach - Quiet forest trails - Meller Mountains
- 4.2 (2)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrAnimal-rich hike in the Meller mountains, Lower Saxony This short, leisurely route promises animal encounters and beautiful views. A picturesque mixed forest extends below the Diedrichsburg in the Meller mountains. A 200-hectare wild boar enclosure has been set up there, which can be explored on hiking trails. In order to be able to observe the animals, it is recommended to visit them during feeding times. Highlights: - Wild boars in the Diedrichsburg wildlife park - Meller Berg
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Melle?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Melle is Hase-Ems-Tour (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 206.2 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Melle?
Melle: With an ascent of 15,482 ft, Hase-Ems-Tour (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Melle: Zu den Saurierspuren with 4,619 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Melle?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Melle is Kellenberg - Limberg - Schwarzer Brink (MTB) with a 4.6-star rating from 4 reviews.