Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen
Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen
Nature Reserve Guide
Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen is a nature reserve characterized by diverse landscapes that support a range of outdoor activities. The area features the steep, up to 45-meter-high "Pontische Hänge" (Pontic Slopes) descending towards the Oder River, alongside wetland floodplain meadows and rare marl walls. This unique geomorphology, combined with xerothermic steppe and semi-dry grasslands, creates varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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4.6
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4.7
(22)
93
hikers
5.62km
01:28
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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115
hikers
6.56km
01:44
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66
hikers
11.6km
03:02
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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129
hikers
6.95km
01:49
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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105
riders
31.9km
01:55
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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217
riders
38.2km
02:22
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
riders
43.7km
02:36
170m
170m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
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45
riders
18.1km
01:03
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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68
riders
15.7km
00:40
70m
70m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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13.8km
00:33
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50m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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34
riders
129km
04:57
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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35
riders
32.4km
01:26
20m
20m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.8
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84
riders
69.9km
03:27
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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139km
07:29
410m
410m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.2km
02:01
50m
50m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
71.4km
03:56
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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15
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
36.2km
02:30
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
riders
26.8km
01:32
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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5
riders
34.9km
02:17
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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45
runners
10.8km
01:08
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.72km
00:31
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.7km
01:30
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
14.6km
01:30
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen is a nature reserve in Brandenburg, Germany, known for its unique landscapes. It features steep slopes called the "Pontische Hänge" and diverse ecosystems, including xerothermic grasslands and wetland floodplain meadows. The reserve is recognized as a Natura 2000 site due to its ecological significance.
The nature reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. There are more than 120 routes available, catering to different skill levels and interests. Visitors have rated the routes an average of 4.6 stars.
Popular hiking routes include the "View of Lebus and the Oder River – St. Mary's Parish Church loop from Nowy Lubusz," which is about 4.1 miles (6.6 km) long. Another option is the "Altzeschdorfer Mühlenfließ – Kunersdorfer See loop from Lebus," a moderate trail of approximately 7.2 miles (11.6 km). More hiking options can be found in the Hiking in Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen guide.
Yes, the reserve offers several easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. An example is the "St. Mary's Parish Church – View of Lebus and the Oder River loop from Nowy Lubusz," an easy route of about 3.5 miles (5.7 km). For more accessible options, consult the Easy hikes in Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen guide.
The area is well-suited for various cycling disciplines, including touring, road, and mountain biking. A popular touring route is the "Cycle Path Along the B112 – Ostbahn Viaduct Kliestow loop from Lebus," covering about 19.8 miles (31.9 km). For a comprehensive overview, refer to the Cycling in Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen guide.
Key natural features include the "Pontische Hänge," which are steep slopes up to 148 feet (45 meters) high, and unique xerothermic steppe grasslands. The reserve is home to the yellow-flowering spring adonis and rare marl walls. The Oder River and its floodplain meadows also form part of the landscape.
As a nature reserve, general regulations for protected areas typically apply, which often include keeping dogs on a leash to protect wildlife and vegetation. Specific local rules may vary, so it is advisable to check signage at trailheads.
The Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen is a popular destination, with more than 2,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from approximately 400 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking in Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen, Easy hikes, and Cycling in Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen. There are also guides for Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Gravel Biking, Running Trails, and Attractions.
Trails in the reserve range from easy to moderate, with some difficult options for specific sports like gravel biking. Many hiking and touring cycling routes are rated as easy, while some road cycling and mountain biking trails are moderate. This variety allows for experiences suitable for different skill levels.
Yes, the reserve offers mountain biking trails, generally rated as moderate in difficulty. An example is the "Restaurant Anglerheim – St. Mary's Church, Frankfurt (Oder) loop from Lebus," which is approximately 44 miles (70.9 km) long. More options can be found in the MTB Trails in Odertal Frankfurt-Lebus Mit Pontischen Hängen guide.
The nature reserve is accessible from nearby towns such as Frankfurt (Oder) and Lebus. Public transport options to these towns are available, and from there, local access points to the reserve can be reached. Specific parking information for trailheads may vary and should be checked locally.

