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Best paved trails in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita

Best paved trails in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita

3.4(73 reviews)

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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 - Alfsee Loop

    4.4 (29)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular loop in the nature and geopark TERRA.vita, Lower Saxony. The Alfsee holiday and adventure park in the Osnabrück region invites you to go for walks, hikes and many other leisure activities. The starting and ending point of this route is the car park on the north side of the Alfsee. From here it goes through the green avenues of the park and along the beautiful waterfront. There are camping and rest stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Alfsee - Waterfront Promenade -...

  2. #2 - Aasee Loop

    4.5 (19)·Easy·1.9 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Child-friendly loop in Tecklenburger Land, North Rhine-Westphalia This easy loop in the south of Ibbenbüren is equally popular with runners, walkers and families with children. Since the path is paved throughout, the route is also good for skating or cycling. The circular route can be reached by bus and train (bus stop: Ibbenbüren-Aasee), there are places to stop for refreshments and a few benches along the way that invite you to linger and enjoy. Events such as flea markets, concerts or...

  3. #3 - 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.
  4. Ravensberger Hügel RTF - 155er Strecke

    #4 - Ravensberger Hügel RTF - 155er Strecke

    5.0 (2)·Hard·96.3 mi·Est. 24 hr+
    Official route of the RTF. Further details can be found directly from the organizer: https://www.lrg-lenzinghausen.de
  5. RTF Dottlandtour – RSG Emsdetten – 79er Runde

    #5 - RTF Dottlandtour – RSG Emsdetten – 79er Runde

    4.0 (1)·Moderate·49.6 mi·Est. 19–20.5 hr
    Official route of the RTF. Further details can be found directly from the organizer: https://www.rsgemsdetten.de/
  6. RTF Teuto Tour - Route 151

    #6 - RTF Teuto Tour - Route 151

    4.0 (1)·Hard·93.9 mi·Est. 24 hr+
    Official route of the RTF. This route follows the 151-kilometre route of the "Teuto-Tour RTF" (cycle tour), a classic organized racing bike event. Designed exclusively for "racing bikes", this tour represents a considerable endurance challenge. The route is completely asphalted and follows public roads through the Teutoburg Forest. This region is famous for its "hilly" or "undulating" profile, with numerous short, steep climbs and descents that accumulate considerable "altitude meters"....
  7. RTF Steckenpferdtour – 150er Strecke

    #7 - RTF Steckenpferdtour – 150er Strecke

    3.6 (4)·Hard·93.2 mi·Est. 24 hr+
    Official route of the RTF. Further details can be found directly from the organizer: https://www.radrenngemeinschaft-osnabrueck.de/
  8. RTF Dottlandtour – RSG Emsdetten – 110er Runde

    #8 - RTF Dottlandtour – RSG Emsdetten – 110er Runde

    3.0 (1)·Hard·69.5 mi·Est. 24 hr+
    Official route of the RTF. Further details can be found directly from the organizer: https://www.rsgemsdetten.de/
  9. RTF Dottlandtour – RSG Emsdetten – 150km Loop

    #9 - RTF Dottlandtour – RSG Emsdetten – 150km Loop

    2.2 (2)·Strenuous·91.9 mi·Est. 24 hr+
    Official route of the RTF. This long road bike tour is a considerable endurance challenge and combines cultural highlights in the Rhine-Neckar region. The route is almost entirely asphalted and takes racing bike enthusiasts from Mannheim across the Rhine to the Palatinate. A highlight is the ride through Wachenheim, a famous wine town on the German Wine Route, which includes some gentle, hilly climbs. The tour ends with a visit to the imperial city of Speyer before returning to the starting...
  10. TuS Bramsche Permanente RTF: Quer durch das Artland

    #10 - TuS Bramsche Permanente RTF: Quer durch das Artland

    2.0 (1)·Moderate·48.6 mi·Est. 19–21 hr
    Promising cycle tour near Bramsche, Lower Saxony. This is the official route of the "TuS Bramsche Permanente RTF". The route leads through northern Bramgau and into the "heart" of the Artland. The first part of the route is flat, in the second section it gets a bit hilly. This beautiful cycle tour leads along the towns of Gehrde, Badbergen and Ankum and always offers beautiful views the region. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshments
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Where is the best paved trail to hike in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best paved trail to hike in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita is Alfsee Loop, which has a 4.4 star rating from 29 reviews. This trail is 4.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 626 ft.

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

According to AllTrails.com, the longest paved trail in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita is RTF Teuto Tour - Marathon Route. This trail is estimated to be 128.3 mi long.

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

There are 40 paved trails in Nature and Geopark TERRA.vita.These paved trails have an average 3.4-star ratingfrom 73 AllTrails community reviews.

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

RTF Teuto Tour - Marathon Route has the most elevation gain for paved trails with 13,681 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is RTF TuS Bramsche - 155 Route, which has 11,476 ft of elevation gain.

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