Eschede, an idyllic community in the district of Celle in Germany, offers hiking enthusiasts numerous opportunities to explore the picturesque landscape. Situated in the Lüneburg Heath, Eschede impresses with its geographical location and special natural beauty.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Eschede
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
2022-09-17 ULTRAMARSCH 120km LÜNEBURGER HEIDE 2022
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
120.5 km
23:35 h
165 m
165 m
Route as part of the "Ultramarsch 'Die Heide' LÜNEBURGER HEIDE 2022" on 2022-09-17, created from my GPS recording, detailed track data of the hike are listed under "Additional Info." The elevation differences given here are calculated values.
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
2025-08-30 ULTRAMARSCH 120km Südheide 2025 - as tail runner
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
difficult
121.9 km
26:37 h
372 m
373 m
Abandoned tour within the framework of the sporting event "Ultramarsch 120km Südheide 2025" (jdXtrem UG, Berlin, https://www.ultramarsch.de) on 2025-08-30, in the role of the tail runner. Tour created from my GPS recording. Further track data of the hike are listed under "Additional Info".
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
2024-09-07 ULTRAMARSCH 120km DIE HEIDE 2024 - as last runner
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
122.2 km
30:31 h
320 m
325 m
Hiked route as part of the sports event "Ultramarsch 120km Die Heide 2024" (jdXtrem UG, Berlin, https://www.ultramarsch.de) on 2024-09-07, in the role of the last runner. Route created from my GPS recording. Further track data of the hike are listed under "Additional Information".
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
2023-09-16 ULTRAMARSCH 120km DIE HEIDE 2023 - as final runner / FINAL HIKER
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
125.1 km
27:29 h
169 m
169 m
Route walked as part of the sports event "Ultramarsch 120km Die Heide 2023" (jdXtrem UG, Berlin, https://www.ultramarsch.de) on 2023-09-16, in the role of the final runner. Route created from my GPS recording. Further track data of the hike are listed under "Additional information".
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
From Groß Hehlen to Wietzendorf - European long-distance path E1: From Reutlingen to the north - Day 31
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
39.2 km
9:00 h
43 m
30 m
The forests of the southern part of the heath are still somewhat sterile and too much shaped by forestry. The small heath areas in between are very beautiful! Where the path is sandy, walking is partly quite exhausting.
From Groß Hehlen, a district of Celle, the E1 and the Heidschnuckenweg take me to Wietzendorf.
Hiking Trail
· Elbe-Weser-Dreieck
Lüneburg Heath, Heidschnuckenweg - E1 Long-Distance Path
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
142.3 km
34:50 h
410 m
441 m
Our 140 km long hike led through the Lüneburg Heath. We followed the famous European long-distance path E1 in northern Germany. We always pitched our tent along the way. Due to the weather conditions in early April, we had an intense snow experience.
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
Heide Aschauteiche 11.09.2023 5.4 km 1.5 hrs 5 hm
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
5.4 km
1:20 h
4 m
6 m
Beautiful easy hike through the pond landscape
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
August 29, 2026 ULTRAMARSCH 120 km DIE HEIDE - as the anchor runner
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
122.2 km
29:20 h
269 m
246 m
A completed route from the "Ultramarsch 120km Die Heide 2026" sports event (jdXtrem UG, Berlin, https://www.ultramarsch.de) on August 29, 2026, in which I served as the closing runner. Route created from my GPS log. Additional track data for the hike is listed under “Additional Info.”
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
Celle - Soltau: 3 days through the Südheide
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
76.9 km
18:46 h
132 m
104 m
The well-known Heidschnuckenweg fragments into different variants in the Südheide. Therefore, we followed the long-distance hiking trail E1 and hiked from Celle to Soltau in just three days. Nice to be outdoors, but overall the route was a bit monotonous: a lot of coniferous forest, only a few large heath areas. Both accommodations highly recommended.
Day 1: Train station Celle - "Zur Alten Fuhrmanns-Schänke", Dehningshof (23 km), Day 2 to Hotel Hartmann, Wietzendorf (34 km), Day 3 to train station Soltau (19 km)
Hiking Trail
· Lüneburger Heide
Aschauteiche and Loher Ponds
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Difficulty
T1
easy
14.1 km
3:40 h
20 m
20 m
A veritable “cluster of lakes” in the Südheide, north of Eschede, where some 50 individual bodies of water form one of Lower Saxony’s most beautiful pond landscapes. The tradition dates back centuries and was truly spurred on when the construction of the nearby railroad line led to the excavation of many additional ponds here. Together, the Aschau Ponds and the Loher Ponds to the north cover an area of about 350 hectares—much larger than one would expect from a typical fish farm. As a water and bird sanctuary, they are in fact much more significant …
The region is known for its rolling hills, wide fields and dense forests. This diverse landscape virtually invites you to go exploring and experience nature up close. Whether experienced hikers or families with children - here everyone will find suitable routes for their individual hiking pleasure.
One of the most beautiful hiking tours leads along the river Örtze. The path stretches for around 12 kilometres and offers breathtaking views of the clear water as well as the surrounding green riverside landscapes. Along the way there are always cosy places to rest and picnic.
Another highlight is the hike through the nearby Südheide Nature Park. Here you can choose from various circular routes, depending on your personal preference for route length and degree of difficulty. The paths lead past flowering heaths, moss-covered trees and small lakes - a true paradise for nature lovers.
A hike to Eschede Castle is also highly recommended. The imposing building is majestically enthroned on a hill above the village and offers a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding area. The path there leads through picturesque forests and past small ponds, so you can already gather wonderful impressions during the hike.
The best seasons for hiking in Eschede are spring and autumn. During this time, nature shines in its full glory - colourful flower meadows in spring and shining leaves in autumn make every tour an unforgettable experience.
For families with children, the barefoot path in Eschede is particularly suitable. Here, young and old can walk barefoot over various materials such as pebbles, sand or wood and thus sharpen their senses. This is not only a fun activity, but also a special experience for all age groups.
Eschede thus offers a variety of opportunities for walking. Whether along the river Örtze, through the Südheide Nature Park or to Eschede Castle - everyone will find their personal favourite route here. The impressive landscape as well as the tourist attractions make every excursion an unforgettable event in the midst of Lower Saxony's natural splendour.
One of the most beautiful hiking tours leads along the river Örtze. The path stretches for around 12 kilometres and offers breathtaking views of the clear water as well as the surrounding green riverside landscapes. Along the way there are always cosy places to rest and picnic.
Another highlight is the hike through the nearby Südheide Nature Park. Here you can choose from various circular routes, depending on your personal preference for route length and degree of difficulty. The paths lead past flowering heaths, moss-covered trees and small lakes - a true paradise for nature lovers.
A hike to Eschede Castle is also highly recommended. The imposing building is majestically enthroned on a hill above the village and offers a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding area. The path there leads through picturesque forests and past small ponds, so you can already gather wonderful impressions during the hike.
The best seasons for hiking in Eschede are spring and autumn. During this time, nature shines in its full glory - colourful flower meadows in spring and shining leaves in autumn make every tour an unforgettable experience.
For families with children, the barefoot path in Eschede is particularly suitable. Here, young and old can walk barefoot over various materials such as pebbles, sand or wood and thus sharpen their senses. This is not only a fun activity, but also a special experience for all age groups.
Eschede thus offers a variety of opportunities for walking. Whether along the river Örtze, through the Südheide Nature Park or to Eschede Castle - everyone will find their personal favourite route here. The impressive landscape as well as the tourist attractions make every excursion an unforgettable event in the midst of Lower Saxony's natural splendour.
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