The best gravel rides around Petershagen

A very nice photo motif.

I have been happily riding this section of the "Fürstenroute" for about 20 years. Even though the path is uncomfortable to strenuous due to its surface (quite bumpy, partially coarse gravel, after rain partially muddy/with many puddles), the view of the long straight chestnut avenue more than amply "compensates" you for all the hardships.

A very nice forest stretch, very good to ride, beautiful route through forest and nature.

Der Alte Busch, the mountain is actually called that, simply offers a great all-round view!

At this point, the highest point is reached and a reward follows in the form of the view on the ridge trail into the Auetal.

The view rewards the climb to the old Hawk station.

St. Mary Magdalene Church in Lauenhagen is a significant building in the district of Schaumburg, Lower Saxony, and belongs to the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Schaumburg-Lippe. It was first documented in 1253 and has undergone numerous structural changes over the centuries. It acquired its present form around 1500, when it was enlarged and redesigned. Despite its long history and several alterations, the church's original character has been largely preserved. The building is constructed of rubble masonry and exhibits the typical style of a late medieval hall church. The square west tower with its copper-covered pyramidal roof, which was renewed in 1968, is particularly striking. A historic bell from 1493, still in use today, hangs in the tower. Inside, the church impresses with its ribbed vaulting, which rests on sturdy buttresses, and its ornate Renaissance pulpit, decorated with figurative heads and delicate foliage. This pulpit is one of the church's most valuable furnishings. In addition to its historical features, St. Mary Magdalene's Church also incorporates modern elements. During a renovation in 2007, the chancel was redesigned and extended with an apse. The church received a winged altarpiece by the Leipzig artist Werner Petzold, which impressively combines traditional and contemporary forms. The church is not only a listed building, but above all a vibrant center for the Lauenhagen parish, which also includes the villages of Hülshagen and Nienbrügge. Services, concerts, and community events are held here regularly. The parish maintains a lively church life with a brass band, a church choir, active youth groups, and a women's group. The community center also includes the "Zwergenburg" (Dwarf Castle) kindergarten, which offers childcare and playgroups for families. The church attracts many visitors, especially during the Christmas season, when the intricately carved nativity scene by the South Tyrolean artist Georg Lanzinger is displayed. Even outside of church services, the church is often open and invites visitors to quiet contemplation or sightseeing.

The "Mittleres Bruch" observation point is located directly on one of the most beautiful sections of the "Landtour Bückeburg" (Bückeburg Country Tour), as well as other popular cycling routes. From here, you have an uninterrupted view of the fascinating flora and fauna of the wet meadows and floodplains of the Bückeburg lowlands. With a little patience and luck, you can observe various, even rare, bird species "at work." A detailed information panel on "Bird Species" provides even non-experts with the necessary specialist knowledge. Tip: Bring binoculars and/or a camera with a suitably large telephoto lens! It's worth it. This will make your bike ride or hike a truly special experience.🍀🌟