Best forest trails in Oldenburg
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Oldenburg 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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- 4.2 (20)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPopular round in Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. The Eversten Wood is the largest and a popular local recreation area in the city of Oldenburg. The wooded area is centrally located in the city and offers a relaxing spot for walking, sport and dog walking. The loop starts at the Cantuccini parking lot. Highlights: - idyllic paths in the middle of the city - family-friendly
- 3.7 (9)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis short route leads along the Hunte, around the Buschhagenniederung. This is part of the "Mittlere Hunte" nature reserve and was regularly flooded in the Middle Ages. A remnant of this landscape has been preserved between the flood dams and is now home to lapwings and other birds. Bringing duck feed is also a good idea. Highlights of this route: - River hike - Bird watching especially in spring - Short, level path
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed loop trail near Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. A nice walk in the south of Oldenburg. The route starts at the Parkfriedhof Kreyenbrück and leads in a beautiful loop around the Tungeln meadows. You walk almost permanently directly along beautiful waters: First the Hunte accompanies you, then you return to the trailhead by following the Oldenburg Canal. Highlights of the hike: - Hiking trail along the Hunte - Oldenburg Canal - Tungeln meadows
- 3.5 (6)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed loop near Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. The large Bornhorster See Lake is located just a few kilometers northeast of Oldenburg. The short distance around the lake makes the circular trail ideal for a leisurely short hike or run. Highlights of the route: - child-friendly - Large Bornhorst Lake
- 3.7 (7)·Easy·23.1 mi·Est. 8–9 hrScenic cycle tour in the Wildeshauser Geest Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful cycle tour along the River Hunte starts in Oldenburg (accessible by bus and train). From here, the route heads south via Wardenburg and then through Barneführerholz and Sandkrug back to the starting point. There are only a few climbs and after the tour there are good opportunities to stop for refreshments in Oldenburg. Highlights of the tour: - Oldenburg - Hunte - Beautiful views
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·22.7 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrA varied bike tour or loop trail near Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. This beautiful loop starts at Oldenburg Central Station. From there you cycle south of the Hunte around the Drielaker See and the Blankenburger See. Back at the Old City Harbor, head north to the Bornhoster Lakes and the Bornhorster Huntewiesen nature reserve. The route can easily be shortened by just doing the loop south of the Hunte or just the loop around the two lakes and the nature reserve north of the river. Highlights of...
- 3.9 (2)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular walk or bike ride near Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. This route leads from the Oldenburg train station via Buergeresch and Ohmstede. After around four kilometers you have largely left the city behind and walk through fields towards the Kleiner Bornhoster See. Highlights of the route: - Small Bornhorster lake - Detour to the Great Bornhoster See
- 4.0 (1)·Easy·23.6 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrPopular mountain bike tour near Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. The route from Oldenburg leads between the Bummerstedter Fleth and the Hunte to the beautiful nature reserve Barnfuehrer Holz and Schreensmoor. If you want to take a short cut, take the train back in Sandkrug. Highlights of the route: - Oldenburg - Hunte - NSG Barnfuehrer wood and Schreensmoor
- 3.6 (3)·Moderate·13.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike near Oldenburg, Lower Saxony. A nice hike or bike ride along the Hunte. The route begins at Oldenburg Castle and can be shortened as desired. There are places to stop for refreshments. For those arriving by bus or train, there is a short access route from the Oldenburg main train station. Highlights of the hike: - Oldenburg Castle - Hunte - NSG Bornhorster Huntewiesen - NSG Moorhauser Polder
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Oldenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Oldenburg is Kreyenbrück - Hegeler Wald und Naturpark Wildeshauser Geest. This trail is estimated to be 41.4 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Oldenburg?
Oldenburg: With an ascent of 2,440 ft, Kreyenbrück - Hegeler Wald und Naturpark Wildeshauser Geest has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Barnfuehrer Holz and Schreensmoor from Oldenburg with 1,453 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Oldenburg?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Oldenburg is Oldenburg - Elsfleth with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.