Oldhorster Moor is a region located northeast of Hanover, situated between Burgdorf and Großburgwedel. This area is characterized by extensive moorland, dense pine and birch bog forests, and features shaped by historical peat extraction. As a designated landscape protection area and nature reserve, Oldhorster Moor offers a unique natural environment for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and more. The landscape includes high moor areas and is undergoing re-wetting and restoration efforts.
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8.53km
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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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23.6km
05:59
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. 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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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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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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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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

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02:35
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. 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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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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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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32.2km
01:41
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43.7km
02:40
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.9km
02:05
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.8km
01:25
60m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Oldhorster Moor is a landscape protection area and nature reserve located northeast of Hanover, Germany. It is characterized by extensive moorland, pine and birch bog forests, and features shaped by historical peat extraction. The area is part of the Hannoversche Moorgeest and is undergoing re-wetting and restoration efforts.
Oldhorster Moor offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region provides diverse terrain suitable for various sports. More than 137,000 visitors have explored the area.
Oldhorster Moor features hiking trails that traverse diverse terrain, including moorland and forests. Routes are available for various skill levels. Information on specific trails can be found in guides such as Hiking in Oldhorster Moor.
The region supports Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. Cyclists can find routes across varied landscapes. Guides like Road Cycling Routes in Oldhorster Moor and Gravel biking in Oldhorster Moor provide specific options.
Oldhorster Moor offers routes suitable for beginners and those seeking less challenging options. These trails often provide easy strolls through moorland and forest. The guide Easy hikes in Oldhorster Moor highlights suitable paths.
Oldhorster Moor provides family-friendly hiking options. These routes are generally accessible and suitable for all ages. The guide Family-friendly hikes in Oldhorster Moor offers specific recommendations.
Oldhorster Moor has dog-friendly trails, allowing visitors to explore the area with their pets. It is advisable to keep dogs on a leash to protect wildlife and other visitors. The guide Dog-friendly hikes in Oldhorster Moor lists suitable routes.
Oldhorster Moor is characterized by extensive moorland, dense pine and birch bog forests, and visible evidence of historical peat extraction. A unique feature includes 'warm springs' that feed local streams, historically noted for not freezing. The area is a high moor, part of the Hannoversche Moorgeest.
Oldhorster Moor is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 137,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars from over 27,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of user satisfaction.
Public transport options are available to access Oldhorster Moor. Specific routes from bus stations are detailed for convenience. The guide Hikes from bus stations in Oldhorster Moor provides relevant information for planning trips.
Komoot offers several guides for Oldhorster Moor, covering various activities and interests. These include guides for Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, Road Cycling, and Gravel biking.
Information about Oldhorster Moor and its conservation efforts can be found through related organizations. The official website for the BUND (Friends of the Earth Germany) local group involved in moor restoration is bund-region-hannover.de. A contact phone number for moor restoration efforts is +4915228830600.

