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Best kid-friendly trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park

Best kid-friendly trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park

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The Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is located in northern Lower Saxony and is part of the Lüneburg Heath vacation region. Its ideal location between the three cities of Hamburg, Hanover and Bremen makes it a popular destination for day trips and weekend excursions.

The Lüneburg Heath Nature Park was one of the first nature parks in Germany and is now one of the largest and best-known. It covers 107,000 hectares; at its heart in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve and around the Wilseder Berg, it comprises the largest contiguous areas of heathland in Central Europe. Hikers can also discover heath streams, moors, old forests and picturesque villages with thatched cottages.

Top sights

Stattberg
Stattberg
Peak
Wilseder Berg
Wilseder Berg
Peak
Brunsberg
Brunsberg
Peak
Feenteiche
Feenteiche
Pond
Pferdekopf
Pferdekopf
Peak
Wilseder Berg
Wilseder Berg
Viewpoint

Top trails

  1. #1 - Pietzmoor Loop

    4.5 (113)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Family-friendly loop in the Lüneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. This walk is perfect for an excursion with the whole family. Mostly on boardwalks, it leads through the picturesque Pietzmoor, one of the most popular attractions in the Lüneburg Heath. For safety reasons and as the hike leads through the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, it is not permitted to leave the paths and dogs must be kept on a lead. The Pietzmoor is home to rare bird and plant species such as cranes, sundew and the yellow bog...

  2. #2 - Zur Heideblüte von Undeloh nach Wilsede

    4.6 (40)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    A varied circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath from Undeloh to Wilsede. Duration: approx. 4 hours Highlights of the hike: - Unique landscape of the Lüneburg Heath with juniper trees, streams, mixed forests and small moor areas - Pink-violet sea of flowers during the heather bloom in August and September - View from the Wilseder Berg

  3. #3 - Unterhaverbeck - Wilsede - Wilseder Berg

    4.6 (38)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Panoramic hike in the Lüneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. From Unterhaverbeck it goes on almost unvisited paths to Wilseder Berg via Wilsede. On the way back from Wilseder Berg to the Unterhaverbeck car park, you always have the heath in view. This is of course particularly beautiful in full bloom of the common heather in late summer. Highlights of the hike: - Undisturbed paths on the way there - View of the Lüneburger from Wilseder Berg

  4. #4 - Egestorf - Voßmoor - Wilsede

    4.8 (39)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    Popular loop in the Lüneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. This route starts at the car park at Hotel Hof Sudermühlen in Egestorf. It follows the sandy paths typical of the Lüneburg Heath through idyllic landscapes to the heath village of Wilsede. It is possible to take a break here and to stop for a bite to eat. Sturdy footwear is recommended, as the route leads through the heath not only on paved but also on natural paths. Highlights of the hike: - Heath museum "Dat ole Hus" - Döhler Fuhren -...

  5. #5 - Buesenbach Valley Loop

    4.8 (23)·Moderate·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Popular loop in the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This loop is a nice little walk through one of the most beautiful regions of the Lüneburg Heath. Ideal for a relaxed family outing in the countryside. The Büsenbachtal train station makes it easy to get there. On the way back you can enjoy a delicious meal in the sheepfold. Highlights of the hike: - Horse head - Büsenbachtal viewpoint - Fairy ponds

  6. #6 - Suhorn - Wümmeberg - Tütsberg

    4.5 (44)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular loop in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This marvellous hike begins in Oberhaverbeck. From here, it leads to three prominent elevations in the Lüneburg Heath: the Suhorn, the Wümmeberg and the Tütsberg. This loop is particularly beautiful between the beginning of August and mid-September, when the heath is in bloom. At this time of year, it can get very crowded here, especially at weekends. The start is at the Oberhaverbeck car park, which is subject to a charge. A...

  7. #7 - Märchenwanderweg Jesteburg

    4.6 (28)·Easy·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hr
    Historical fairy tale hiking trail in Jesteburg, Lower Saxony. The fairy tale book for the path is available from the Jesteburg tourist information and offers both young and old a great experience with a lot to discover. The beautiful Kleckerwald offers 15 interactive and 5 great climbing and balancing stations. Highlights: Stations to join in including: - The missing map - sound station - water nymphs - The scale of the golden carp - A common theft - A happy village - The snake - The...

  8. #8 - Rote Schleuse in Bockelsberg

    4.4 (24)·Moderate·3.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Child-friendly loop trail near Lüneburg, Lower Saxony An idyllic jogging loop or a beautiful route for a relaxed hike with the whole family - this wonderful loop south of the Hanseatic city of Lüneburg is ideal for both. There are refreshment stops and the route can be reached by bus and train (bus stop: Bernhard-Riemann-Straße). Highlights of the hike: - Red lock - beautiful views of the Ilmenau - quiet forest paths - familyfriendly

  9. #9 - Tütsberg - Wulfsberg - Twieselmoor

    4.6 (18)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Lueneburg Heath, Lower Saxony. A nice, little loop that leads past the Toepferblick, among other things. The popular view point is named after Dr. Alfred Carl Toepfer, who was known for his work against the military use of the Lueneburg Heath - until the 1990s, today's core zone of the Lueneburg Heath Nature Park was used by British troops as a training area. In spring you can watch birds such as the woodlark and the curlew from the potter's view and in autumn the...

  10. #10 - Amelinghausen: Queens' Way

    4.1 (20)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Popular hike in the Lueneburg Heath Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The 11 km long "Koeniginnen-Weg" loop trail leads around the heather town of Amelinghausen. You hike through the Kronsbergheide with the Heidschnuckenstall, where the heather queen is crowned every year. The popular Lopausee is also along the way. Pedal boats can be rented here in summer. Highlights of the hike: - Kronsbergheide - Lopausee - Natural and partly sandy paths - Amelinghausen Heidediplom (optional)
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Where is the best kid-friendly trail to hike in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best kid-friendly trail to hike in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Pietzmoor Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 113 reviews. This trail is 2.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 239 ft.

What is the longest kid-friendly trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest kid-friendly trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Heide Region Radweg 18. This trail is estimated to be 20.0 mi long.

How many kid-friendly trails are in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

There are 31 kid-friendly trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park.These kid-friendly trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 510 AllTrails community reviews.

Which kid friendly trail has the most elevation gain in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

Heide Region Radweg 18 has the most elevation gain for kid-friendly trails with 1,958 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Tour 14: Rund um Schneverdingen, which has 1,351 ft of elevation gain.

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