Staatsforst Heisterholz is a region in Kreis Minden-Lübbecke, characterized by diverse landscapes that support a variety of outdoor activities. The area features oak woodlands, wetland areas, and creek valleys situated on sandy soils, with spring-fed zones fostering unique plant and animal communities. This natural setting provides a suitable environment for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Staatsforst Heisterholz offers more than 50 routes across various sports, making it a…
141
Routes
4.7
(593)
Average rating
3584
People visited

4.8
(220)
1,392
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(11)
171
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(11)
106
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(17)
57
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(18)
82
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(21)
119
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(6)
37
hikers
7.16km
01:50
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(15)
36
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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41
riders
98.8km
03:58
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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25
riders
55.8km
02:22
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
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21
riders
60.2km
02:26
180m
180m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

8
riders
24.1km
00:59
60m
60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(10)
36
riders
31.0km
01:39
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
54.7km
04:05
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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10
riders
46.2km
02:44
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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9
riders
27.7km
01:30
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30
runners
20.7km
02:08
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
runners
9.92km
01:03
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(41)
22
riders
39.7km
02:20
60m
60m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
33.6km
01:47
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
29.3km
01:52
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Staatsforst Heisterholz offers diverse outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features 56 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.59 stars from over 85,000 visitors.
Yes, Staatsforst Heisterholz provides a variety of hiking trails. There are 43 hiking routes available, catering to different skill levels. For more information, consult the Hiking around Staatsforst Heisterholz guide.
Staatsforst Heisterholz offers family-friendly hiking options. These routes are designed to be accessible for various ages and abilities. Specific trails can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Staatsforst Heisterholz guide.
Touring cycling is a popular activity in Staatsforst Heisterholz. The area provides suitable paths for this sport. Information on routes is available in the Cycling around Staatsforst Heisterholz guide, which also includes traffic-free options.
Staatsforst Heisterholz features routes suitable for road cycling. There are 2 dedicated road cycling routes available. Further details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Staatsforst Heisterholz guide.
Yes, Staatsforst Heisterholz offers mountain biking opportunities. The region includes trails for mountain biking enthusiasts. One easy mountain biking route is listed among the available options.
Staatsforst Heisterholz is a nature reserve characterized by oak woodlands, wetland areas, and creek valleys on sandy soils. Spring-fed areas create unique habitats supporting species like the Middle Spotted Woodpecker and Crested Newt. Ancient beech trees are also present in the Kohbrink Nature Reserve.
Staatsforst Heisterholz includes viewpoints among its highlights. An observation tower provides panoramic views across the protected land. These offer opportunities to appreciate the varied habitats of the forest.
Staatsforst Heisterholz offers dog-friendly hiking options. Specific routes suitable for walking with dogs are available. Consult the Dog-friendly hikes around Staatsforst Heisterholz guide for more information.
Komoot offers several guides for Staatsforst Heisterholz, including guides for Cycling, Hiking, Road Cycling, and Running. There are also specialized guides for family-friendly, easy, and dog-friendly hikes, as well as traffic-free bike rides.
Staatsforst Heisterholz is managed by the Regionalforstamt Ostwestfalen-Lippe, part of Landesbetrieb Wald und Holz Nordrhein-Westfalen. The official website is www.wald-und-holz.nrw.de. The phone number for the Regionalforstamt Ostwestfalen-Lippe in Minden is +49 525998650.

