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Birdwatching at the Alfsee – Alfsee South Dam loop from Rieste

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Birdwatching at the Alfsee – Alfsee South Dam loop from Rieste

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Birdwatching at the Alfsee – Alfsee South Dam loop from Rieste

01:23

12.8km

20m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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4.62 km

View of the Alfsee

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The one-way route around the lake is approximately 7 kilometers. There is a paved path at the top of the dike from which you can see the lake the whole time.

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5.43 km

Alfsee Reservoir

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The water surface of the flood retention basin Alfhausen-Rieste, or the Alfsee as the lake is also called, covers approx. 2.2 km², the shore length approx. seven kilometers. A wonderful …

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6.23 km

Birdwatching at the Alfsee

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In the morning, the Alfsee near Bramsche lies peacefully in the sunshine.

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7.13 km

Alfsee South Dam

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The view from here over the water is simply beautiful in both directions. Of course, the sunsets are especially beautiful.

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7.24 km

Alfsee Overflow Weir

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The overflow threshold is passable and I recommend this little detour for the great view over the lake and the sound of the water.

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12.0 km

Alfsee

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The Alfsee is a 2.2 km² reservoir in the north of the Osnabrück district.
The Alfsee is the main basin and part of the Alfhausen-Rieste flood retention basin, which ensures flood protection in the Hase lowlands.

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12.4 km

View of Alfsee Reservoir

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Nice place to stay and watch

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12.5 km

View of Alfsee

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12.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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6.88 km

2.79 km

2.76 km

231 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.0 km

715 m

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< 100 m

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