Things to Do around Upahler und Lenzener Lake

The Upahler und Lenzener Lake nature reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. There are more than 60 routes available across these sports. The area features diverse landscapes such as lakes, forests, and meadows.

Popular touring cycling routes include the View of Güstrow Palace – Güstrow Cathedral loop from Klein Upahl, which is approximately 21.4 miles (34.4 km) long. Another option is the View of Güstrow Palace – Boathouses on Fährhausweg loop from Klein Upahl, covering about 22.9 miles (36.9 km). These routes are generally rated as moderate difficulty.

Yes, the nature reserve offers several hiking trails. A moderate option is the Swimming area at Garder Lake – Garder Lake loop from Klein Upahl, which is about 6.6 miles (10.7 km) long. An easier trail is the Dröger Kraug Rest Area loop from Upahler und Lenzener See, approximately 3.5 miles (5.6 km) in length.

The nature reserve is characterized by a geomorphologically diverse lake area with the Upahler See and Lenzener See. The Jasenberg, a hill reaching almost 330 feet (100 meters), offers expansive views over the Upahler See and the surrounding landscape. The area also features impressive deciduous forests, ancient oak stands, and reed beds along the lake shores.

The reserve is a habitat for various rare and protected species. It is a breeding ground for cranes and grey geese, and the Upahler See serves as a sleeping ground for numerous geese in winter. Bird species like sea eagles, marsh harriers, and various woodpeckers are present. Mammals such as otters and hazel dormice can also be found.

Yes, the nature reserve includes routes suitable for various skill levels. For hiking, the Dröger Kraug Rest Area loop is rated as easy. For cycling, some gravel biking routes, such as the Gravel loop from Klädener Plage, are also rated as easy.

The Upahler und Lenzener Lake nature reserve has more than 700 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience.

Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Upahler und Lenzener Lake, Cycling around Upahler und Lenzener Lake, and MTB Trails around Upahler und Lenzener Lake. There are also guides for running, road cycling, and gravel biking.

Yes, mountain biking routes are available. A moderate option is the Schwarzer See – Zülow Manor loop from Witzin, approximately 22 miles (35.4 km) long. An easier route is the Garder See – Sandy Beach at Garder See loop from Restaurant Seeblick, which is about 6.3 miles (10.1 km).

Jogging routes include the Garder Lake – Swimming area at Garder Lake loop from Lohmen, a moderate route of about 6 miles (9.6 km). An easier option is the Swimming area at Garder Lake – Garder Lake loop from Restaurant Seeblick, approximately 3 miles (4.9 km) long.

The Upahler und Lenzener Lake nature reserve is overseen by the Stiftung Umwelt und Naturschutz MV (Environmental and Nature Conservation Foundation MV). For general inquiries, they can be reached at +49 (0) 385 6767010.