Nature Reserve Guide
Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue is a nature reserve situated in the Mainz-Bingen district of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. This area is defined by its significant floodplain landscape along the Rhine, featuring diverse habitats such as riparian forests, wetlands, and extensively managed orchards. The reserve encompasses former islands like Haderaue and Königsklinger Aue, with the "Krappen" representing an old arm of the Rhine. These natural features create varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
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44.7km
02:55
450m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.2km
02:32
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.4km
01:11
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.9km
01:39
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90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.74km
02:36
110m
110m
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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15.9km
04:16
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.93km
02:23
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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75.5km
03:18
610m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.7km
02:24
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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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77.4km
03:35
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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102km
04:36
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
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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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4.5
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.1km
04:42
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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44.4km
02:36
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.5km
01:16
70m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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68.7km
04:41
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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112km
07:41
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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74.5km
04:42
1,200m
1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue is a nature reserve located in the Mainz-Bingen district of Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It is characterized by its significant floodplain landscape along the Rhine, featuring diverse habitats such as riparian forests, wetlands, and orchards. The reserve encompasses approximately 165 hectares.
The nature reserve offers a range of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. There are more than 100 routes available for exploration within the area.
Popular touring cycling routes include the Eberbach Abbey – St. Hildegard Abbey loop from Eltville (27.8 miles / 44.7 km) and the View of the Inselrhein – Rhine Cycle Path near Geisenheim loop from Eltville (24.9 miles / 40.0 km). More options are available in the Cycling in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue guide.
Yes, hiking trails are available, such as the Leinpfad Walluf–Eltville – View of the Rhine at Eltville loop from Budenheim (6.0 miles / 9.7 km). The Hiking in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue guide provides additional routes.
Road cyclists can find routes like the Rauenthaler Serpentinchen – Scenic Road to Wispertal loop from Eltville (46.9 miles / 75.5 km). The Road Cycling Routes in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue guide lists more options.
Yes, the reserve and surrounding areas offer routes for mountain biking and gravel biking. Examples include the View of the Rheingau vineyards – Mapper Schanze Gatehouse loop for mountain biking and the Presberg Climb – View of Wiesbaden loop for gravel biking.
Yes, there are routes suitable for various skill levels, including easy options. For example, the Caponniere at Feldbergplatz – Mainz Customs Harbor loop from Budenheim is an easy touring cycling route. The Easy hikes in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue guide provides more accessible options.
The reserve features the 'Krappen,' an old arm of the Rhine, and diverse habitats such as soft-wood riparian forests, wetlands, and extensively managed orchards. It is also known for its still water areas, which are important ecological zones.
Dogs are permitted in the nature reserve, but they must be kept on a leash. This regulation helps protect the sensitive ecosystem and its diverse wildlife.
Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 17,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue, Cycling in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue, and Attractions in Nsg Haderaue-Königsklinger Aue. Guides are also available for road cycling, running, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
Detailed information for the broader Rhine floodplains region, which includes this nature reserve, can be found on the NABU-Zentrum Rheinauen website. The official website is www.NABU-Rheinauen.de.

