Nature

On the approx. 1km long, barrier-free circular hiking trail around the Angelbecksteich, people with walking and visual disabilities have the opportunity to experience the unique nature of the Südheide.

The Lachte meanders over 33 km through wild, romantic and densely wooded areas until it flows into the Aller. Its source is Lüsche in the Celle region. On the way it flows through the villages Steinhorst, Jarnsen and Lachendorf.

Whether through beautiful forests, wide heath areas or along idyllic heath rivers: experiencing the nature park Südheide means, being active and enjoying nature by bike! Along the numerous cycle paths in the Südheide Nature Park you can discover the many facets of unspoilt nature at any time of the…

The moorland sheep and Lueneburg Heath The moorland sheep is an old breed of sheep that purportedly stems from the mouflons that are at home in Sardinia and Corsica. The breed is divided into six subspecies. The “German Grey Heath” sheep has long since been at home on the dry heath areas. It would …

Every year in spring the storks return from their warm winter habitats back to Germany to their existing breeding nests. The Luneburg Heath is one of the white storks' favourite summer homes.

The first cool nights not only announce the departure of the summer. They also herald the golden-yellow colouration of the leaves in the beech forests of Lueneburg Heath. It is also the time in which the largest species of wild animal in Lueneburg Heath makes its presence felt. This is stag rutting…

Heather bloom, nature reserve, attractions, hiking, bicycle holiday, nature hotels

Autumnal moments in Lueneburg Heath  - It is the time when Nature gives each leaf a personal touch and everything is bathed in a special light. Morning mist shrouds the heather and one feels the kind of magic that only autumn can conjure up.

A retreat is a time to withdraw from everyday life, which helps us to go back into the daily routine with new strength. A retreat takes place alone or in a group, in nature and with meditation.