Nature Reserve Guide
Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor is a nature reserve in northern Germany, distinguished by its unique high moor landscapes. The area encompasses the Bullensee lake and the Hemelsmoor, featuring extensive moor forests, well-preserved high moor biotopes, and unmanaged grasslands. Its generally flat terrain provides a suitable environment for various outdoor pursuits, including several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
The Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor nature reserve offers more than 50 routes across…
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(31)
132
hikers
5.47km
01:24
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
5.01km
01:16
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
14.5km
03:41
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
82.8km
03:59
180m
180m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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31
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64.1km
03:07
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
72.2km
03:31
190m
190m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

13
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68.4km
02:54
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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45
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
26.3km
01:42
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
5.25km
00:33
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.69km
00:56
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
4.66km
00:29
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.05km
00:46
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
37.9km
02:44
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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28.6km
01:54
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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2
riders
33.0km
01:55
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
34.4km
02:08
100m
100m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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47.4km
02:53
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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73.0km
04:18
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor is a nature reserve in northern Germany, characterized by its unique high moor landscapes. It encompasses the Bullensee lake and the Hemelsmoor, featuring extensive moor forests and well-preserved high moor biotopes. The area is recognized for its ecological importance, protecting valuable ecosystems and rare species.
The reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. There are more than 90 routes available, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from komoot users. The terrain is generally flat, suitable for various fitness levels.
Yes, Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor features several easy hiking trails. Examples include the Forest Path – Hemelsmoor Nature Reserve loop from Steinfeld, which is about 3.4 miles (5.5 km) long. Many paths are flat, making them accessible for beginners. For more options, consult the Easy hikes in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor guide.
Popular hiking routes include the Forest Path – Hemelsmoor Nature Reserve loop from Steinfeld and the Hiking loop from Badenstedt. The NORDPFAD Kempowskis Idylle is a 7.5-mile (12 km) circular trail that passes through the southern Hemelsmoor. More hiking options are available in the Hiking in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor guide.
Yes, Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor is suitable for both road cycling and touring cycling. The area offers numerous routes, such as the Borgfelder Deich – Wümme River Dike loop from Kirchtimke for road cycling. Guides like Cycling in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor provide detailed information.
Mountain biking is an available activity in the Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor region. Trails like the St. Viti Church Heeslingen – Forest Trail Offensen–Heeslingen loop from Bademühlen offer opportunities for mountain bikers. Further routes can be found in the MTB Trails in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor guide.
The reserve is known for its high moor areas, including the Bullensee lake and Hemelsmoor, with their characteristic moor forests. It is a habitat for endangered plant and animal species, such as various dragonflies and the moor frog. Renaturation projects are ongoing to restore the moor's ecological value.
Yes, the reserve offers trails suitable for jogging. The generally flat terrain and network of paths provide good conditions for runners. Examples include the Running loop from Zeven. More options are detailed in the Running Trails in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor guide.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor, covering various sports. These include Hiking in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor, Cycling in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor, and MTB Trails in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor. There are also guides for easy hikes, road cycling, running, and gravel biking.
Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor is a popular destination, with more than 600 visitors exploring its routes on komoot. The area's routes have received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 130 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
The terrain in Bullensee Und Hemelsmoor is generally flat, which makes it accessible for a wide range of fitness levels. Paths traverse moorland, moor forests, and grasslands. Some paths may become uneven or muddy after rain, particularly in the high moor areas.
Yes, the Bullensee nature reserve is centered around the Bullensee lake. This is a marginal, nutrient-poor moor lake, known for its brownish color due to humic acids. The Großer Bullensee also features a bathing beach, adding a recreational aspect.

