Nature Reserve Guide
Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee is a nature reserve located in the Teltow-Fläming region, characterized by its diverse landscapes that include forests, meadows, and the prominent Hechtsee (Pike Lake). This area offers varied terrain suitable for outdoor activities, ranging from gentle paths around the lake to more challenging routes through wooded sections. The natural environment provides a setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee…
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137
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.7km
02:43
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.5km
02:44
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40.0km
02:26
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140m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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03:05
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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41.7km
01:44
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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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62.0km
02:24
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170m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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60.7km
02:21
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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19
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.0km
02:52
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19.3km
01:18
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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56.5km
03:56
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.64km
00:36
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.00km
01:03
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10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.32km
00:40
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25.9km
01:36
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.4km
02:33
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.0km
00:43
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The area features diverse landscapes with forests, meadows, and the Hechtsee (Pike Lake). More than 100 routes are available for exploration.
Popular hiking routes include the "Ring Kiln Klausdorf – Sperenberger Gipsbrüche Lakes loop from Schleuse Mellensee," a moderate 10.2-mile (16.5 km) trail. Another option is the "Mellensee Adventure Station – Mellensee loop from Mellensee," which is 7.1 miles (11.4 km) long and also rated moderate. For more options, consult the Hiking in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide.
While many hiking routes are rated moderate, the area generally offers paths suitable for various fitness levels. For specific easy options, it is recommended to check individual route details on komoot. The Easy hikes in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide provides further information.
A popular touring cycling route is the "Bridge Over the Notte Canal – Fischerei Kallinchen loop from Mellensee," a difficult 24.9-mile (40.0 km) ride. An easier option is the "Mellensee Adventure Station – Mellensee Lock (Nottekanal) loop from Saalow," spanning 7.9 miles (12.8 km). More routes can be found in the Cycling in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide.
Mountain biking trails are available, with options like the "Nottekanal Lock at Mellensee – Nottekanal Gravel Path loop from Klausdorf," an easy 17.9-mile (28.9 km) route. A moderate option is the "Nottekanal Gravel Path – Nottekanal Lock at Mellensee loop from Zossen," covering 26.1 miles (42.0 km). Explore more trails in the MTB Trails in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide.
The prominent natural feature is the Hechtsee (Pike Lake), surrounded by forests and meadows. Other points of interest mentioned in routes include the Notte Canal, Ring Kiln Klausdorf, and the Paltrock Windmill Saalow. The area's diverse landscape provides varied terrain for outdoor activities.
Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee is a popular destination, with more than 1,600 visitors having explored its routes. The area features over 100 routes across various sports, which have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 350 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area. These include Hiking in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee, Cycling in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee, MTB Trails in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee, and Gravel biking in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee.
Road cyclists can find routes such as the "Jühnsdorf–Blankenfelde cycle path – Galgenberg Cycle Path loop from Zossen," a moderate 25.9-mile (41.7 km) route. Another option is the "Thyrow Village Church – Saalow Paltrock windmill loop from Mellensee," a moderate 38.6-mile (62.1 km) ride. The Road Cycling Routes in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide provides more details.
Yes, the area includes routes suitable for jogging. An example is the "Villa on Bahnhofsallee – Nottekanal loop from Saalow," a difficult 9.4-mile (15.2 km) route. Another option is a "Running loop from Dabendorf," which is a moderate 3.8-mile (6.1 km) trail. Additional routes can be found in the Running Trails in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide.
Gravel biking routes are available, including the "Mellensee – Nottekanal Lock at Mellensee loop from Mellensee," an easy 16.1-mile (25.9 km) route. A moderate option is the "Nottekanal Gravel Path – Nottekanal Lock at Mellensee loop from Zossen," covering 25.7 miles (41.4 km). More routes are listed in the Gravel biking in Horstfelder- Und Hechtsee guide.

