Dettum is a municipality located in the southeast of Lower Saxony, Germany, offering a diverse topography of rolling hills, dense forests, and picturesque rivers. The region is situated on the edge of the Harz Mountains, providing scenic views of its foothills. Natural features such as the extensive Elm-Lappwald Forest, the Oker River, and the tranquil Vilgensee Nature Reserve create varied landscapes suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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Routes
4.7
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Average rating
1000
People visited

5.0
(28)
92
riders
31.8km
02:38
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
(2)
12
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
9
riders
38.4km
02:35
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
6
riders
36.3km
02:48
370m
370m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.8
(24)
95
hikers
8.08km
02:17
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(6)
40
hikers
9.16km
02:36
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
17
hikers
3.54km
00:54
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
6
hikers
14.2km
03:44
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(28)
101
riders
47.9km
03:01
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(39)
30
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
(3)
19
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
29
riders
17.3km
01:05
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
55
riders
73.2km
03:19
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
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43
riders
67.9km
02:59
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.9
(9)
25
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
18
riders
51.1km
02:05
300m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(2)
16
riders
29.1km
01:38
150m
150m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.9
(9)
48
riders
41.8km
02:15
220m
220m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

11
riders
26.9km
01:34
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
64.1km
03:30
280m
280m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
(1)
14
runners
5.95km
00:37
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
runners
10.2km
01:09
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
6.99km
00:48
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
7
runners
7.77km
00:53
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Dettum offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features a diverse topography with rolling hills, forests, and rivers, providing varied landscapes for these sports. There are more than 50 routes available across these activities.
Dettum features well-maintained hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Popular routes include those along the Oker River, through the Elm-Lappwald forest, and around the Asse hill range. Specific guides like Hiking around Dettum and Family-friendly hikes around Dettum provide detailed information.
Dettum provides numerous cycling options, from relaxed circular trails to more challenging routes. Options include touring cycling, road cycling, and mountain biking. Guides such as Cycling around Dettum and Traffic-free bike rides around Dettum offer specific route suggestions.
Yes, Dettum is suitable for mountain biking, offering dedicated and well-marked MTB trails. These trails vary in difficulty, accommodating both beginners and experienced riders. The MTB Trails around Dettum guide provides detailed information on available routes.
Dettum offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. The region has trails suitable for leisurely walks and enjoying local flora and fauna. The guide Family-friendly hikes around Dettum highlights suitable routes for families.
Key natural features in Dettum include the extensive Elm-Lappwald Forest, the Oker River, and the tranquil Vilgensee Nature Reserve. The region is also situated on the edge of the Harz Mountains, offering scenic views of its foothills. Hachumer Bach and Krumme Beeke are smaller streams contributing to the green landscape.
Dettum features historical sites such as the Bismarck Tower (Bismarcksäule Asseburg), which provides panoramic views, and the ruins of Asseburg Castle. The Bockwindmühle (post mill) is another visible landmark. Nearby cultural highlights include Wolfenbüttel Castle and Braunschweig's St. Blasii Cathedral.
Dettum is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 166,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars. There are 57 routes available across various sports.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Dettum covering various activities. These include Cycling around Dettum, Hiking around Dettum, and MTB Trails around Dettum. Other guides focus on family-friendly options, road cycling, gravel biking, and running.
Official information about the Dettum municipality can be found on its website. The official website is dettum.de. For direct contact, the municipality's phone number is +49 (0) 179 75 20 929.
Gravel biking is an available activity in Dettum. The region's diverse topography with rolling hills and forests provides suitable terrain for gravel routes. The Gravel biking around Dettum guide offers specific route information.
Dettum's bike trails feature varied terrain, including rolling hills, dense forests, and paths along picturesque rivers. This diverse landscape provides a range of experiences, from relaxed circular routes to more challenging ascents and descents. The terrain is suitable for touring, road, and mountain biking.

