Rastede is a region in Germany's Ammerland, characterized by its distinctive park landscape and generally flat terrain. This area provides an extensive network of trails and natural tranquility, making it well-suited for a variety of outdoor activities. The landscape composition, with its blend of cultivated green spaces, historical parklands, and natural moor areas, supports several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Rastede offers outdoor enthusiasts more than 800 routes across several…
170
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
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People visited
4.3
(54)
173
riders
53.6km
03:11
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(54)
177
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(35)
105
riders
55.8km
03:27
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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100
riders
53.8km
03:11
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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277
hikers
5.95km
01:31
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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113
hikers
16.2km
04:10
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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104
hikers
12.0km
03:05
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.5
(30)
102
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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246
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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127
riders
50.3km
01:58
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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37
riders
33.6km
01:18
60m
60m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
5.0
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14
riders
145km
06:07
190m
190m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
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167
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
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54
runners
12.4km
01:20
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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42
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
38
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
riders
72.2km
04:18
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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69
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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65
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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81
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
23.3km
01:25
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
60.5km
03:44
110m
110m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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6
riders
30.3km
01:53
50m
50m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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7
riders
28.4km
01:35
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rastede offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region's flat terrain and park landscape are suitable for exploring more than 800 routes.
Rastede features 861 routes across various sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars from more than 43,000 visitors.
Rastede is a starting point for touring cycling in the Ammerland park landscape. A highlight is the Ammerland Route, a 105-mile (164 km) circular path known for low-traffic and flat paths. More options are available in the Cycling around Rastede guide.
Rastede's generally flat terrain and low-traffic paths make it suitable for family cycling. Routes like the "Rastede Palace Park – Forest Cycle Path loop" offer shorter, accessible options. For more ideas, consult the Traffic-free bike rides around Rastede guide.
The Ammerland park landscape provides a tranquil environment for hikers. The Schlosspark (Palace Park) offers several easy and moderate trails, including circular routes up to 6 miles (10 km). Other areas like Mansholter Holz and local moorlands also provide hiking opportunities. Find more information in the Hiking around Rastede guide.
Rastede offers numerous easy hiking trails, particularly within the Schlosspark (Palace Park). These trails feature picturesque pathways and expansive meadows. The Easy hikes around Rastede guide provides specific recommendations.
Rastede offers dog-friendly hiking routes, allowing companions to join outdoor adventures. Specific trails and guidelines can be found in the Dog-friendly hikes around Rastede guide.
Rastede is known for its unique park landscape, shaped by numerous tree nurseries and blooming rhododendrons. Key features include the Schlosspark (Palace Park), distinctive moorlands like Dänikhorster Moor, and the wider Ammerland region's green spaces.
Cycling routes in Rastede feature generally flat terrain. Paths often consist of a mix of asphalt and well-maintained gravel church paths, suitable for both touring and gravel cycling.
Rastede offers dedicated routes for road cycling, leveraging the region's smooth surfaces and open landscapes. These routes provide opportunities for longer excursions. Details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Rastede guide.
Joggers can utilize the scenic paths within the Schlosspark Rastede and other local trails. Many of these routes feature mostly paved surfaces, catering to various fitness levels. The Running Trails around Rastede guide offers specific routes.
For tourism inquiries, contact the Tourist Information of Residenzort Rastede GmbH. They can be reached by phone at +4944029200 or via their official website, residenzort-rastede.de.