Nature Reserve Guide
Lutter, a nature reserve in the Southern Heath (Südheide) across the German states of Celle and Gifhorn, is defined by its well-preserved river system and diverse natural landscapes. The area features a network of flowing heathland streams, extensive riparian and swamp forests, moors, and numerous spring areas. This mosaic of habitats provides a setting for several sports like hiking, gravel biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
The Lutter nature reserve offers more than 50…
116
Routes
4.6
(260)
Average rating
966
People visited

4.8
(18)
70
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.4
(5)
27
hikers
2.68km
00:41
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(8)
33
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(8)
22
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(15)
32
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(8)
19
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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17
riders
29.9km
02:00
80m
80m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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riders
35.2km
02:13
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46
riders
46.4km
02:38
180m
180m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
riders
31.2km
02:00
120m
120m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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4
riders
28.5km
01:48
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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10
riders
46.7km
01:47
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
40.0km
01:46
110m
110m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

8
riders
80.9km
03:35
220m
220m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

9
riders
40.6km
01:39
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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7
riders
29.2km
01:47
60m
60m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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4
riders
25.9km
01:22
60m
60m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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4
riders
30.2km
01:59
40m
40m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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6
runners
9.11km
00:57
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
6.94km
00:44
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.35km
00:33
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Lutter nature reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, gravel biking, touring cycling, and road cycling. Jogging and mountain biking are also possible. The area features more than 60 routes for exploration, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the "Lutter Bridge Near Endeholz – Pier at the Small Bathing Lake loop from Bargfeld," a moderate route of about 5.8 miles (9.4 km). Another option is the "Shelter at the Trail Junction – Rest Area with Soccer Field loop from Marwede," an easy route spanning approximately 4.7 miles (7.6 km). For more options, consult the Hiking around Lutter guide.
Yes, Lutter offers several easy hiking routes suitable for various skill levels. An example is the "Magical place in the Himmelreich loop from Samtgemeinde Lachendorf," which is about 1.7 miles (2.7 km) long. Another easy option is the "Observation Tower at Postmoor – Pier at the Small Bathing Lake loop from Eldingen," covering approximately 3.4 miles (5.4 km). More easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Lutter guide.
Lutter's hiking trails wind through varied landscapes, including forests, along the meandering Lutter river, and past moors and spring areas. Some sections may feature soft sand or roots, requiring appropriate footwear. The terrain is generally suitable for tranquil exploration of the heathland river system.
Gravel biking routes in Lutter utilize a mix of forest paths, field paths, economic paths, and unpaved sections. The "Faßberg Summit Cross – Misselhorner Heath loop from Unterlüß" is a challenging route of about 28.8 miles (46.4 km). A moderate option is the "Misselhorner Heath – Örtze Riverside Singletrack loop from Unterlüß," approximately 24 miles (38.7 km) long. Additional routes are detailed in the Gravel biking around Lutter guide.
Yes, the Lutter-Radweg offers dedicated touring cycling routes, including Nordtour (about 19 miles / 31 km) and Südtour (about 17 miles / 28 km) options. These well-signposted routes combine forest, field, economic paths, and paved cycle paths. An example route is the "Lachte Bridge Hohnhorst – Bargfeld Schmalwasser Pond loop from Eldingen," an easy 16.5-mile (26.6 km) ride. Find more routes in the Cycling around Lutter guide.
The Lutter nature reserve is characterized by flowing heathland streams, extensive riparian and swamp forests, moors, and numerous spring areas. The Lutter river system, spanning approximately 16 miles (26 km), is a central feature. The area is also a habitat for endangered species such as the freshwater pearl mussel, otter, black stork, sea eagle, and crane.
Komoot offers several guides for Lutter, including Hiking around Lutter, Easy hikes around Lutter, and Gravel biking around Lutter. Guides for touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and attractions are also available. These guides provide detailed information and route suggestions for various activities.
Lutter is a well-regarded destination on komoot, with more than 500 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the nature reserve have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users exploring the area.
While the immediate nature reserve focuses on natural paths, the broader Lüneburger Heide region includes paved sections suitable for road cycling. Routes like the "Bargfelder Straße – Road from Allersehl to Masel loop from Eldingen" offer about 29 miles (46.7 km) of easy road cycling. More options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Lutter guide.
Yes, the Lutter nature reserve provides opportunities for jogging. Routes such as the "Running loop from Samtgemeinde Lachendorf" cover approximately 5.7 miles (9.1 km). Another option is the "Running loop from Steinhorst," which is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km) long. For more jogging trails, consult the Running Trails around Lutter guide.
The Lutter nature reserve is known for its well-preserved river system and diverse natural landscapes, including heathland streams, riparian forests, moors, and spring areas. It is also recognized for successful renaturation efforts that have revitalized the ecosystem. The area provides a habitat for endangered species like the freshwater pearl mussel and otter.

