Langen, a small municipality in the Emsland region of Germany, offers hiking enthusiasts numerous opportunities to explore the picturesque landscape. Situated on the edge of the Emsland Moorland Nature Park, Langen is characterised by its idyllic meadows and fields and its proximity to the river Hase.
Maps and trails
The most beautiful hikes in Langen
Hiking Trail
· Osnabrücker Land
Ems-Hase-Hunte-Else route
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
174.1 km
42:45 h
922 m
1,020 m
The Ems-Hase-Hunte-Else route (EHHE) is a trail of superlatives: It passes through 2 federal states and 5 districts, past 37 huts, 6 covered benches, 11 observation towers/platforms, 4 lakes, 5 nature reserves, and 2 castles. It ascends and descends about 1000 meters in elevation. The sources of the Hase and Hunte rivers lie directly on the route. There are encounters with wedding avenues, sensory stations, and robber stories. Countless information boards about nature and culture line the path. In its first section, it runs from south to north, then from east to west. The hiking trail crosses both the Teutoburg Forest and the ridge of the Wiehen Hills. Further "mountain stages" lead over the Melle Hills, the Stemwede Hill, the Damme Hills, the Ankum Heights, and the Lingen Heights. Besides that, there are also long stretches without gradients. Towns directly traversed are: Dissen, Melle, Bad Essen, Haldem, Lemförde, Neuenkirchen, Alfhausen, Fürstenau, and Lingen. The Ems-Hase-Hunte-Else route is one of the longest trails maintained by the Wiehen Hills Association Weser-Ems, with a length of 170 km. It is incredibly varied and connects many sights.
Hiking Trail
· Emsland
Ems-Hase-Hunte-Else-Weg - Stage 8: Saller See to Lingen
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
19 km
4:35 h
68 m
94 m
The Ems-Hase-Hunte-Else-Weg (EHHE), a trail of superlatives: it leads through 2 federal states and 5 districts, past 38 huts, 6 covered benches, 12 viewing towers/viewing platforms, 4 lakes, 5 nature reserves and 2 castles. It goes up and down about 1000 meters in altitude. The sources of the Hase and Hunte rivers are right on the trail. There are encounters with wedding avenues, sensory stations and robber stories. There are countless information signs about nature and culture along the way. The first section of the trail runs from south to north, then from east to west. The hiking trail crosses both the Teutoburg Forest and the Wiehengebirge ridge. Other "mountain stages" lead over the Meller Berge, the Stemweder Berg, the Dammer Berge, the Ankumer Höhe and the Lingener Höhe. However, there are also long sections without gradients. Places that are crossed directly are: Dissen, Melle, Bad Essen, Haldem, Lemförde, Neuenkirchen, Alfhausen, Fürstenau and Lingen. At 170 km, the Ems-Hase-Hunte-Else-Weg is one of the longest paths maintained by the Wiehengebirgsverband Weser-Ems e.V.. It is extremely varied and connects many places of interest.
Hiking Trail
· Emsland
Langen, Thuine Windmühlenberg Langen
16 km
3:53 h
46 m
46 m
Sonntagstour 4 Std.
For nature lovers, there are various hiking routes around Langen. One popular option is the Hasetal hiking trail, which runs along the river Hase and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. This trail is particularly suitable for families with children, as it is relatively flat and has many picnic spots to linger.
Another recommended route is the "Hochmoor Lange Heide" moorland experience trail. Here visitors can experience the unique moor landscape up close and learn more about its formation as well as the protection of these sensitive ecosystems. The trail leads through boggy areas with rare plant species and offers a fascinating insight into this special natural setting.
In the summer months, it is also worth taking a detour to the Langener Waldsee swimming lake. In addition to the bathing pleasure, various hiking trails also invite you to explore the surroundings. The paths lead past small ponds and always offer beautiful views of the lake itself.
The best seasons for hiking in Langen are spring and autumn. In spring, the meadows blossom colourfully and the temperatures are pleasantly mild. In autumn, on the other hand, the landscape presents itself in warm colours and the mild climate invites you to take long walks.
In total, Langen, Emsland, Germany offers a variety of attractive hiking opportunities. Whether along the Hase or through the moorland - hiking enthusiasts are guaranteed to find their personal favourite route here. Especially for families with children, there are many child-friendly trails where they can explore nature in a playful way. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on a journey of discovery through picturesque Langen!
Another recommended route is the "Hochmoor Lange Heide" moorland experience trail. Here visitors can experience the unique moor landscape up close and learn more about its formation as well as the protection of these sensitive ecosystems. The trail leads through boggy areas with rare plant species and offers a fascinating insight into this special natural setting.
In the summer months, it is also worth taking a detour to the Langener Waldsee swimming lake. In addition to the bathing pleasure, various hiking trails also invite you to explore the surroundings. The paths lead past small ponds and always offer beautiful views of the lake itself.
The best seasons for hiking in Langen are spring and autumn. In spring, the meadows blossom colourfully and the temperatures are pleasantly mild. In autumn, on the other hand, the landscape presents itself in warm colours and the mild climate invites you to take long walks.
In total, Langen, Emsland, Germany offers a variety of attractive hiking opportunities. Whether along the Hase or through the moorland - hiking enthusiasts are guaranteed to find their personal favourite route here. Especially for families with children, there are many child-friendly trails where they can explore nature in a playful way. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on a journey of discovery through picturesque Langen!
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