Nature hikes in northern Germany - Outdoor Initiative #rausundlos

The Thülsfeld dam in the Oldenburger Münsterland is one of the largest dams in Lower Saxony. The area has been under nature protection since 1937 and especially the heath areas bordering on the west with their original birch and pine forests are considered a protected area with Europe-wide importance… read more

The white chalk cliffs rise impressively from the Baltic Sea. The most beautiful stretch of coast of Rügen and the rustic beech forests simply invite you to go on a hike. On this tour you will explore the smallest national park in Germany and you will always get wonderful views of the imposing cliffs… read more

In the middle of the idyllic Weser-Leine-Bergland lies the Ith ridge. Hidden in a pristine beech forest, one bizarre rock formation follows the next - no wonder that climbers love to be out here. In this area you will find picturesque mountain meadows embedded in a gentle hilly landscape, dark caves… read more

The Okertal is one of the most beautiful valleys in the Harz region. Where the wild Oker rushes through the shady valley below and steep cliffs rise up on both sides, you can leave everyday life behind you for a while. This tour takes you over partly steep, stony paths. Sturdy shoes and surefootedness… read more

Sea feeling inland? This is possible at the largest lake in Lower Saxony. The Steinhuder Meer is not far from Hanover. Long sandy beaches and delicious, fresh fish quickly create a holiday mood here.



Your hike begins in the village of the same name, Steinhude. From there you hike across the fields to… read more

The Lüneburg Heath is the largest contiguous heathland in Europe and one of the most diverse natural landscapes in Germany. Here you can hike on sandy paths past extensive carpets of heather, but also through dense forests of pine and birch. Breathtaking views are offered to you again and again in this… read more

Walking in the city? Does it work? This even works quite well, because interesting corners for hiking are not always several hours away by car. There is so much to discover in the Bürgerpark and in the adjacent city forest in Bremen.

You start at the southern end of the Bürgerpark and walk from there… read more

On this hike you will get very close to the unique Wadden Sea habitat on the North Sea coast. Around 10,000 animal and plant species find a home in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the right time of day and with the right footwear, you can even make a detour to the mudflats.



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The Fischbeker Heide near Hamburg is the northernmost branch of the Lüneburg Heath and is a popular destination for Hamburgers. It is characterized by sandy soils, carpets of heather and gnarled pine or birch forests. This landscape is not only magical when the heather is in bloom in midsummer, but also… read more

The Himmelmoor was originally the largest raised bog in Schleswig-Holstein. Fortunately, it was not completely drained off and the rewetting of this valuable habitat began. Today you can clearly see the influence of human hands, but nature is beginning to reclaim this habitat.



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Not far from Neuchâtel in Friesland is the Neuchâtel jungle, which has been a nature reserve for more than 100 years and where flora and fauna are allowed to develop without human influence. Narrow, natural paths meander through the dense, magical forest and you wander past mighty, ancient giant trees… read more

The Haddebyer Noor is a small inland lake that is connected to the Baltic Sea by the Schlei. The Viking village Haithabu on its banks is one of the most important settlements of the Vikings and was one of the most important sea trading centers in Northern Europe between the 8th and 11th centuries. On… read more

The Mecklenburg Lake District is the largest contiguous lake area in Germany. The many lakes and canals as well as the untouched nature around invite you to go hiking. On this tour you hike through the quiet nature around the Tiefwarensee and can then explore the historic old town of Waren an der Müritz… read more

Originally, 1.5 million hectares in Germany were once covered by moors. Today only around one to two percent of these valuable habitats are considered intact. The rest was farmed and mined. The wild moor near Schwabstedt an der Treene was also used for peat extraction. Since the beginning of the 1980s… read more

A ghostly forest and miles of sandy beaches await you on this hike. But don't worry - it won't be that scary! Pack your bathing suit, because on the way you can jump into the cool water whenever you feel like it.



The starting point of your tour is the Ostseebad Nienhagen. From there your path leads you… read more