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Best bird watching trails in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita

Best bird watching trails in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita

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Lower Saxony
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#2 of 14 nature parks

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The name of the nature and geopark can be translated as "life course of the earth". This is characterized by folding and erosion, flooding and glaciation, desert climate or permafrost. The landscape of the nature park is no exception. The park was founded in 1962, although it was known as the Northern Teutoburg Forest - Wiehengebirge Nature Park until 2002. Today it is characterized by an important geological heritage within comprehensible boundaries, a functioning management and contributes to regional development, environmental education and the creation of nature-friendly recreational infrastructure.

Top sights

Dreikaiserstuhl
Dreikaiserstuhl
Cliff
Königstein
Königstein
Cliff
Hockendes Weib
Hockendes Weib
Cliff
Rolandsgrab
Rolandsgrab
Cave
Kleeberg
Kleeberg
Peak
Lengericher Berg
Lengericher Berg
Peak

Top trails

  1. #1 - Canyon View Trail

    4.3 (144)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular, certified premium hiking trail in the Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia. The Teutoschleife Canyon Blick is a premium hiking trail awarded by the German Hiking Association and is located in the premium hiking region "Tecklenburg Land". Narrow paths lead to the highlight of the hike: the view over the Lengerich Canyon, also known as the Blue Lagoon, due to its turquoise water. This former limestone quarry was once the largest in the region and is now a nature reserve; Swimming...

  2. #2 - Heiliges Meer Trail

    4.1 (23)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    This Teuto loop is a certified premium hiking trail that leads past some very special attractions: the sinkhole lakes. Probably the most beautiful of these lakes created by collapsing salt pans, the Holy Sea, which was created around 1000 AD, is at the end of the route. The area is characterized by bodies of water, moors and wet meadows and thus offers a perfect habitat for many plants and animals. Parking is available at the Forsthaus Heiliges Meer on the L 504 or alternatively at the...

  3. #3 - Teutoburger Wald Runde von Schierloh

    4.5 (13)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Versatile circular route from Schierloh in the Teutoburg Forest, North Rhine-Westphalia This route is perfect for a jog or a long walk. The tour starts and ends at the Lidl car park in Schierloh. From there, the path leads on varied paths along the Ibbenbürener Aa, over field paths and through the Teutoburg Forest. The majority of the route runs away from towns on paved paths. Highlights: - Varied route - Teutoburg Forest

  4. #4 - From the Weserflößer around the Weserbogen

    3.7 (12)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Beautiful loop in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This circular hike takes you along the Weser and around the Middle and Southern Lakes. At Porta Westfalica you cross the Weser Bridge. On the way you always have beautiful views of the river landscape. If you want, you can get to know the old town of Porta Westfalica. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way.
  5. Hollage: Rund um den Osnabrücker Stichkanal

    #5 - Hollage: Rund um den Osnabrücker Stichkanal

    5.0 (52)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Relaxed canal round at Wallenhorst This circular route leads around the Osnarbrück branch canal. There is a cycling/hiking path on both sides of the canal, which is great for walking. The route begins at the Hollage home and hiking club near the yacht club.

  6. #6 - Through the Boersteler forest

    4.2 (6)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Relaxed forest walk in the nature and geopark TERRA.vita, Lower Saxony. A beautiful and very quiet tour through the Boersteler Forest. Ideal for switching off during a walk or a run. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic forest paths - St. Marienkirche Boerstel - Quarry at Kreuzberg

  7. #7 - Rundkurs Evinghausen

    3.6 (7)·Moderate·13.8 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
    Round trip through the Osnabrück region. It starts in Uptrup (Evinghausen) in the parking lot of the ant educational trail. From Uptrup we head towards Kalkriese, from there to Neu Barenau Castle, on to Altbarenau Castle past fields and the canal. Continue through the forest and along the canal to Venne (past the Varusschlacht golf course). At the Museum Island Venne you drive the river nature trail, then you walk a little bit along the country road L97 (the traffic is limited). The last...
  8. Rund um Ohrte

    #8 - Rund um Ohrte

    4.3 (3)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr

  9. #9 - Am Weserbogen

    4.6 (2)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr

  10. #10 - Cappelner Ringweg

    Hard·17.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hr
    Picturesque and idyllic circular hike near Westerkappeln in North Rhine-Westphalia. This idyllic circular route leads through forests, meadows and across large Esch corridors. Every now and then you pass smaller towns with local, cultural and historical sights as well as biotopes and nature reserves. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
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Where is the best trail to hike for bird watching in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail to hike for bird watching in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita is Canyon View Trail, which has a 4.3 star rating from 144 reviews. This trail is 7.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,584 ft.

What is the longest bird watching trail in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita is Radroute der Megalithkultur Etappe 2: Bramsche - Fürstenau. This trail is estimated to be 35.6 mi long.

How many birding trails are in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita?

There are 13 birding trails in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita.These birding trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 263 AllTrails community reviews.

Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita?

Radroute der Megalithkultur Etappe 2: Bramsche - Fürstenau has the most elevation gain for birding trails with 3,238 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Cappelner Ringweg, which has 2,155 ft of elevation gain.

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