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Best partially-paved trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park

Best partially-paved 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 - Heidschnuckenweg Stage 5: Niederhaverbeck - Bispingen

    4.3 (20)·Moderate·10.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    This route is stage 5 of the Heidschnuckenweg, a long-distance trail through Lower Saxony. This specific segment starts in Niederhaverbeck and ends in Bispingen. The path crosses the Haverbeeke and the watershed between the Weser and Elbe, passing the source areas of the Wümme and Brunau. Hikers traverse the Behringer Heide, follow the shores of Lake Brunausee, and explore the juniper landscapes of the Borsteler Kuhlen before reaching Bispingen via the Luhpadd riverside path. Overnight...

  2. #2 - 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)

  3. #3 - Oberhaverbeck - Suhorn - Wulfsberg

    4.8 (15)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. The start of this route through the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve is in Oberhaverbeck. Many beautiful views over the Wuemme valley and the endless heathland await hikers on the Suhorn, for example. As everywhere in the Lueneburg Heath, the hiking trails can be a bit crowded when the heather is in bloom. Highlights of the hike: - Heath - Wulfsberg - Alfred Toepfer look at the Suhorn - natural sandy paths

  4. #4 - Wümmeberg

    4.8 (12)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Relaxed hike in the Lüneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. Sandy paths, picturesque heathland and dense pine forest - there is hardly more Lueneburg Heath flair than on this almost 8 km long loop. In contrast to the better known Wilseder Berg, the paths on the Wuemmeberg are usually less crowded. Highlights of the hike: - wonderful sand paths - extensive heathland - Wuemmeberg - Views of the Wuemmemoor

  5. #5 - Bispingen: short heather tour (cycle path 1)

    4.5 (7)·Moderate·15.8 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
    Popular bike tour in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. In the course of this bike tour you will visit many of the most popular locations in the Lueneburg Heath. Most of the paths are well developed, but there are some sandy sections. Mountain bikes or touring bikes are recommended. Highlights of the bike tour: - Lake Brunau - Totengrund - Heideort Wilsede - Heath Museum "Dat ole Huus" - Barrows - Zehnt barn in Hörpel

  6. #6 - Brunsberg, Buesenbachtal and Seppenser Muehle

    4.2 (10)·Hard·12.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
    A varied loop trail in the Lueneburg Heath Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful hike from Woerme via Seppensen. On the way, among other things, the Pferdekopf in the Buesenbachtal and the picturesque nature reserve Brunsberg await hikers. Highlights of the hike: - Seppenser mill with mill pond - Brunsberg nature reserve - idyllic Buesenbach valley

  7. #7 - Heidegarten - Höpel - Silvestersee

    4.6 (14)·Moderate·10.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Popular loop trail in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This hike is a real pleasure, especially when the heather is in bloom (mid-August to mid-September). With the Schneverdinger Heidegarten and the Osterheide, two of the most famous heathland landscapes and parks lie along the route. Highlights of the hike: - picturesque heathland - sand paths - Silvestersee - Heidegarten Schneverdingen - Osterheide

  8. #8 - Hanstedter Berge - On the Toeps

    4.0 (18)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    A varied hike in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. This great hike begins east of Hanstedt in the car-free Lueneburg Heath nature reserve. While the first half of the route leads through the picturesque forests of the Hanstedter Berge, extensive heather areas await you in the later course. Highlights of the hike: - Heathland "Auf dem Toeps" - forest paths - Hanstedter Berge

  9. #9 - Friedwaldweg (V2)

    4.4 (6)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Popular hike in the Lueneburg Heath nature reserve, Lower Saxony. The start and finish of the route is the Volkwardingen car park. There is also a stop for the Heide shuttle here, so that you can travel there by public transport. One passes, among other things, the Sellhorn Forestry Office with its beautiful buildings. Highlights of the hike: - quiet forest paths - Sellhorn - Totengrund

  10. #10 - At the Böhme in Soltau

    3.6 (8)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
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Where is the best partially-paved trail to hike in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best partially-paved trail to hike in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Heidschnuckenweg Stage 5: Niederhaverbeck - Bispingen, which has a 4.3 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 10.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,102 ft.

What is the longest partially-paved trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially-paved trail in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park is Wesel - Hützel - Wilsede. This trail is estimated to be 38.8 mi long.

How many partially paved trails are in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

There are 71 partially paved trails in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park.These partially paved trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 274 AllTrails community reviews.

Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Lüneburg Heath Nature Park?

Hermannsburg - Soltau - Bispingen (MTB) has the most elevation gain for partially paved trails with 4,022 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Von Breloh über Oeningen und Bispingen, which has 3,818 ft of elevation gain.

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