Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Discover
Places to see
Natural Monuments
Germany
Lower Saxony
Helmstedt
Königslutter am Elm

Bornum Sinkhole, Reed Pond and Old Orchard Meadow

Highlight • Natural Monument

Bornum Sinkhole, Reed Pond and Old Orchard Meadow

Hiking

4.1

(22)

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Elm-Lappwald

Save

Share

  • More

  • Location: Königslutter am Elm, Helmstedt, Lower Saxony, Germany

    Save

    Share

  • More

  • Take Me There

    Tips

    May 16, 2021

    Hiking

    The sinkhole on the edge of the Elm between the village of Bornum and the town of Königslutter was caused by collapsing cavities within the layers of shell limestone. It forms a funnel-shaped depression and is fed with water by springs. The sinkhole has a diameter of approx. 60 m and is surrounded by oak, hornbeam and field maple. It forms an important habitat for many animals and plants. Next to the sinkhole is an old orchard meadow on which many yellow cowslips bloom in April / May.
    Translated by

    May 15, 2021

    Hiking

    Natural monument sinkhole and pond near Bornum - an enchanted place ...

    The sinkhole on the edge of the Elm was created by collapsing cavities within the shell limestone layers. It forms a funnel-shaped depression and is fed with water by springs

    The sinkhole has a diameter of approx. 60 m and is surrounded by oak, hornbeam and field maple. An old orchard meadow can be found right next to the sinkhole. Many yellow cowslips bloom there in April / May.
    Translated by

    August 11, 2025

    Hiking

    The fish market is in the middle of nowhere, nice to take a break and relax.
    Translated by
    guide_signup

    In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

    Sign up for free

    Nearby routes

    Best routes near Bornum Sinkhole, Reed Pond and Old Orchard Meadow

    placeholder

    4.2

    (19)

    60

    hikers

    #1.

    Bornum Sinkhole – View of Wolfsburg from Elm loop from Bornum

    8.55km

    02:17

    100m

    100m

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Navigate with device

    Send to Phone

    Moderate
    placeholder

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate
    placeholder

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Details

    Informations

    Elevation 140 m

    Weather

    Powered by Foreca

    Wednesday 10 June

    18°C

    7°C

    53 %

    Additional weather tips

    Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

    Most visited during

    January

    February

    March

    April

    May

    June

    July

    August

    September

    October

    November

    December

    Location: Königslutter am Elm, Helmstedt, Lower Saxony, Germany

    Other Popular Places to Check Out

    Tiefental Limestone Quarry with Rock Carvings

    Explore
    RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
    Download the app
    Follow Us on Socials

    © komoot GmbH

    Privacy Policy