Nature Reserve Guide
Ammersbek-Niederung is a nature reserve spanning approximately 350 hectares, situated between Ahrensburg and the Hamburg state border. The landscape features the upper course of the Ammersbek river and its tributary streams, alongside riparian forests, wet grasslands, fields, and hedgerows. This diverse terrain, including lakes like Bredenbeker Pond and Reesenbütteler Pond, provides varied conditions for several sports like gravel biking, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more. The area's natural features contribute to its appeal for outdoor activities.
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60.0km
03:58
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7.46km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. 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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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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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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02:18
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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. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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38.5km
01:41
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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7.93km
00:50
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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00:35
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:44
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. 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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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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13.7km
00:50
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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 mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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24.7km
01:30
70m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ammersbek-Niederung is a nature reserve spanning approximately 865 acres (350 hectares) between Ahrensburg and the Hamburg state border. It encompasses the upper course of the Ammersbek river, its tributaries, riparian forests, wet grasslands, and lakes like Bredenbeker Pond and Reesenbütteler Pond.
Ammersbek-Niederung offers a variety of outdoor activities including Gravel biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. The reserve features 113 routes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 3,700 visitors.
Yes, Ammersbek-Niederung features several gravel biking routes. A popular option is the "Stormarn Railway and Lakes Loop," covering approximately 37 miles (60 km) with a moderate difficulty. More information can be found in the Gravel biking in Ammersbek-Niederung guide.
Hiking trails in Ammersbek-Niederung include the "Bredenbeker Pond loop from Ahrensburg," an easy 4.6-mile (7.4 km) route. Another option is the "View of the Ammersbek Lowlands – Bridge Over the Brunsbach loop from Ammersbek," a moderate 6.4-mile (10.3 km) trail. Explore more options in the Hiking in Ammersbek-Niederung guide.
Road cycling routes are available, such as the "Pond at the Baroque Garden Jersbek – Tremsbüttel Castle loop from Ahrensburg-Gartenholz," a moderate route of about 59 miles (96 km). The area offers varied terrain suitable for road cyclists. For additional routes, consult the Road Cycling Routes in Ammersbek-Niederung guide.
Ammersbek-Niederung offers several jogging trails. The "Bredenbeker Pond – Trail at Bredenbeker Teich loop from Ahrensburg" is a moderate 4.9-mile (7.9 km) route. Another option is the "Running loop from Ahrensburg," covering approximately 4.4 miles (7 km). More jogging routes are detailed in the Running Trails in Ammersbek-Niederung guide.
The reserve features the Ammersbek river and its tributaries, Bunsbach and Hunnau, with sections of natural-looking flowing waters. Notable lakes include Bredenbeker Pond and Reesenbütteler Pond. The landscape also includes riparian forests, wet grasslands, fields, and hedgerows, providing diverse habitats.
Yes, Ammersbek-Niederung offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking and touring cycling. Easy-rated routes like the "Bredenbeker Pond loop from Ahrensburg" (hiking) and the "View of the Duvenstedter Brook – Hansdorfer Brook loop from Ammersbek" (touring cycling) are suitable for families. The terrain often includes gentle topography, such as converted railway lines.
Ammersbek-Niederung is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,700 visitors having explored its routes. The 113 available routes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Ammersbek-Niederung, including Hiking in Ammersbek-Niederung, Gravel biking in Ammersbek-Niederung, and Road Cycling Routes in Ammersbek-Niederung. There are also guides for running, touring cycling, MTB trails, and attractions in the area.
Information and management for the Ammersbek-Niederung nature reserve are often handled by environmental organizations. The NABU Hamburg (Naturschutzbund Deutschland, Landesverband Hamburg e.V.) is a key organization involved. The official website for the municipality of Ammersbek is www.ammersbek.de, and the phone number is +49 40 / 605810.
The nature reserve is generally accessible for outdoor activities. Specific regulations regarding dogs, such as leash requirements, may vary and are typically posted at reserve entrances. Visitors should observe local signage and respect wildlife habitats.

