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Ilse Forest Nature Trail

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Detmold District

Kreis Minden-Lübbecke

Petershagen

Ilse Forest Nature Trail

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Ilse Forest Nature Trail

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Location: Petershagen, Kreis Minden-Lübbecke, Detmold District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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1. Swineherd’s House (1748) – Wilhelm Busch Birthplace Museum loop from Stadthagen

42.3km

02:37

130m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Petra Solara Solar Ferry – Lakes near Hävern loop from Kirchhorsten

49.6km

03:03

140m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of the Weser – Neuenknick Erratic Boulder Forest loop from Windheim

24.5km

01:28

70m

Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Rolli

June 19, 2024

Very easy to cycle. Great nature trail with lots of information boards and a shelter

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Sonnenreimer🌞

September 21, 2024

Ilse's forest nature trail is a very special experience. In the refuge you will find everything you need to know on numerous information boards. The forest nature trail is an official cycle route and is easy to cycle on. On hot summer days it is pleasantly cool in the shade of the trees.

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simpsons57

November 6, 2025

The Ilse Forest Nature Trail is located in the Ilse district of the town of Petershagen (postcode 32469) and offers a nature-oriented circular route with numerous information panels, a shelter, and exciting stations for all ages.

🌲 Overview: Ilse Forest Nature Trail
Location: Petershagen-Ilse, Minden-Lübbecke district, North Rhine-Westphalia – near the border with Lower Saxony.

Type: Nature trail through a protected forest area with display panels, nature stations, and a weather shelter.

Length: Circular route, easily walkable – also suitable for strollers and bicycles.

Special Features:

Stations on forest ecology, wildlife, and plants.

Ideal for families, school groups, and nature enthusiasts.

Partially accessible and well signposted.

🚴‍♂️ Popular with cyclists & hikers
According to Komoot, the Ilse Forest Nature Trail is a popular highlight for cycling tours and walks. It lies within the Hagedorn nature reserve, known for its tranquility and biodiversity.

Recommended tours:

Wilhelm Busch Museum – Neuenknick Boulder Forest (easy, approx. 1 hour)

Hike from Stadthagen via Ilse (moderate, approx. 2 hours)

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Distance 866 m

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Petershagen, Kreis Minden-Lübbecke, Detmold District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Ilse Forest Nature Trail

1. Swineherd’s House (1748) – Wilhelm Busch Birthplace Museum loop from Stadthagen

2. Petra Solara Solar Ferry – Lakes near Hävern loop from Kirchhorsten

3. View of the Weser – Neuenknick Erratic Boulder Forest loop from Windheim

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