Nature Reserve Guide
Natural Park Luneplate, a nature reserve in the Fischereihafen district of Bremerhaven, Germany, spans approximately 1438 hectares. This expansive area features a unique landscape of marsh grasslands, mudflats, and a tidal polder, creating a dynamic ecosystem. The terrain includes extensive outer dike areas and reed beds, remnants of a former Weser island. These diverse natural features make Natural Park Luneplate suitable for several outdoor activities like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
144
Routes
4.5
(988)
Average rating
6014
People visited

4.1
(8)
28
riders
27.7km
01:47
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.3
(16)
269
riders
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.1
(34)
194
riders
21.0km
01:31
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.7
(51)
166
riders
119km
07:02
140m
140m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.4
(76)
196
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

3.3
(16)
72
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

4.6
(14)
99
hikers
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

4.6
(15)
40
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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4.2
(10)
370
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.9
(21)
56
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
(2)
43
runners
12.3km
01:17
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.5
(2)
42
runners
8.70km
00:55
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.3
(8)
91
riders
50.9km
02:04
50m
50m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
(7)
52
riders
97.1km
05:31
120m
120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
(4)
59
riders
49.4km
02:02
50m
50m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.3
(3)
28
riders
54.7km
02:30
70m
70m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.8
(12)
74
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

5.0
(2)
15
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

4.5
(6)
13
riders
Easy mountain bike ride.

4.9
(7)
14
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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4.2
(6)
17
riders
57.5km
03:03
130m
130m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.3
(4)
24
riders
50.3km
02:53
110m
110m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.8
(4)
9
riders
Easy gravel ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
(5)
18
riders
66.0km
03:34
150m
150m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Natural Park Luneplate offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The park features 96 routes in total, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from komoot users.
Popular touring cycling routes include the Luneplate Conservation Area – Birdwatching Hide Luneplate loop, a 20.8-mile (33.5 km) easy route. Another option is the North Bremerhaven route, which is 17.2 miles (27.7 km) long and also rated easy. More options are available in the Cycling around Natural Park Luneplate guide.
Yes, Natural Park Luneplate has several hiking trails. The Luneplate Nature Experience is an easy 4.7-mile (7.6 km) loop with a 5.0-star rating. Another highly-rated option is the Grazing Cows on Luneplate loop, an easy 4.1-mile (6.5 km) route. Find more trails in the Hiking around Natural Park Luneplate guide.
Jogging routes include the Sport Boat Lock – Neuer Hafen Bremerhaven loop, a moderate 4.6-mile (7.5 km) route. The Sport Boat Lock – Klimahaus Bremerhaven 8° East loop is a moderate 6.3-mile (10.2 km) route with a 4.9-star rating. Additional options are detailed in the Running Trails around Natural Park Luneplate guide.
Mountain biking routes are available, such as the easy Alte Luneschleuse Bridge – Storm Surge Barrier Luneplate loop, which is 17.3 miles (27.8 km) long. A moderate option is the Dorum-Neufeld Fishing Harbour loop, spanning 52.0 miles (83.8 km). More trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Natural Park Luneplate guide.
Many routes in Natural Park Luneplate are rated as easy, making them suitable for various skill levels and families. For hiking, the Easy hikes around Natural Park Luneplate guide provides specific recommendations. The flat terrain generally contributes to accessible paths.
The park features marsh grasslands, mudflats, a tidal polder, and extensive outer dike areas. It is a significant European bird sanctuary, serving as a resting and breeding ground for numerous bird species. Facilities for wildlife observation include a lookout tower, an observation hideout, and two visitor platforms.
Natural Park Luneplate is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 4,800 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the park have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on over 600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Natural Park Luneplate, including Cycling around Natural Park Luneplate, Hiking around Natural Park Luneplate, and Running Trails around Natural Park Luneplate. There are also guides for specific activities like MTB Trails and Gravel biking.
The information provided does not specify rules regarding dogs in Natural Park Luneplate. Visitors should check local regulations or signage within the park for current guidelines on pet access and leash requirements.
An official, dedicated website for Natural Park Luneplate is not readily available. Information is often integrated into broader tourism sites for Bremen and Bremerhaven. The Senator for Environment, Construction and Transport in Bremen is the responsible authority, and a general administrative contact phone number is ++49 421 361-19580.

