Best trails near Steinhuder Meer
4.2(157 reviews)
Want to check out Steinhuder Meer from the trail? Good news: 9 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore Steinhuder Meer from one of 3 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Steinhuder Meer are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (93)·Moderate·18.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrThe signposted route circles Lower Saxony’s largest lake—the Steinhuder Meer. Covering an area of about 30 km², the lake is a popular recreational destination in the Hanover region and is known for its excellent water quality. The lakeside path can be explored on foot or by bike. Campgrounds offer the option to break the route up into several day-long segments. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. The tour can be started from various points and undertaken in...
- 4.1 (15)·Easy·4.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hiking trail in the Steinhuder Meer nature park, Lower Saxony. This panoramic walk on the Steinhuder Meer leads over large parts directly along the shore. Most of the path is also suitable for wheelchairs. Highlights of the hike: - child-friendly - Shore path on the Steinhuder Meer - Wilhelmsstein - beautiful views
- 3.5 (20)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular moor adventure trail in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Totes Moor adventure trail leads along a beautiful route through the Totes Moor nature reserve, which is located in the Steinhuder Meer nature park. The trail starts at "Car Park 11 Alte Moorhütte". The path is part of the Steinhuder Meer loop and leads to the Grossenheidorn Tower. Several experience stations show the typical animal and plant world, the use of the moors and what the current measures to protect...
- 4.8 (18)·Moderate·24.1 mi·Est. 9–10 hrPopular bike tour in the Steinhuder Meer nature park, Lower Saxony. This 40 km long bike tour from Wunstorf leads around the Steinhuder Meer. If necessary, you can stay overnight, for example at the Mardorf campground. Highlights of the tour: - Steinhuder sea - Meerbruchswiesen nature reserve - Ostufer Steinhuder Meer nature reserve - Steinhude
- 4.3 (2)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular route in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony The circular route in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park is particularly suitable for families with children and can also be used with prams. The core of the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park is the water surface. The parking lot at the youth hostel can be the starting point (public toilets are available). From there it goes along the shore path along the sea to the campsite Marburg. Turning left onto the sea road, it...
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·12.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrBeautiful round in Lower Saxony. The round leads around the former nature reserve Wunstorfer Moor. Here you can discover the special flora and fauna of the moor, which was partially drained and used in the past. Near the starting point (follow Alte Hubertusstraße a little bit to the west and then turn left into Alte Moorhütte) there is an inn where you can stop for a bite to eat. You can arrive by car or use the bus, which stops at Mardorf Vogeldamm.
- 2.3 (3)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The Mardorf loop trail M4, for example, can be started at the parking lot at the old moor hut. From here you walk through an idyllic forest to the high moor. In addition to great views of the Dead Moor and the Bruchwald, there is also a moor adventure trail with numerous exciting information boards. Back on the shore of the Steinhuder Meer, you can stop by the Neue Moorhuette lookout tower before heading back to the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Steinhuder Meer?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Steinhuder Meer. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Steinhuder Meer?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Steinhuder Meer is Lake Steinhude Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 93 reviews. This trail is 18.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,479 ft.
What is the longest trail near Steinhuder Meer?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Steinhuder Meer is Meerweg Fahrradtour Wunstorf-Stolzenau. This trail is estimated to be 27.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Steinhuder Meer?
Steinhuder Meer: With an ascent of 2,063 ft, Meerweg Fahrradtour Wunstorf-Stolzenau has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is From Wunstorf to the Steinhuder Meer with 1,929 ft of elevation gain.
