Nature Reserve Guide
Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee is a nature reserve located in Brandenburg, Germany, within the Uckermark district and part of the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve. This protected area spans 907.5 hectares, characterized by its blend of aquatic and terrestrial landscapes, including the Großer Gollinsee, Kleiner Vätersee, and Polsensee, alongside peat moss moors. The region's varied topography and tree-lined roads provide a setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35.9km
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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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03:55
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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01:36
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Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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

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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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

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01:40
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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80.6km
05:36
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:19
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:17
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee is a 907.5-hectare nature reserve in Brandenburg, Germany, located within the Uckermark district. It is part of the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve and protects unique aquatic and terrestrial landscapes, including several lakes and peat moss moors.
The nature reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. Komoot lists more than 80 routes for these sports, with an average rating of 4.4 stars.
Yes, the region provides several road cycling routes. An example is the "Tree-Lined Road by Lübbesee – Pioneer Bridge, Templin loop from Lübbesee," which is approximately 22.3 miles (35.9 km) long and rated moderate. Further details are in the Road Cycling Routes in Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee guide.
The reserve features various hiking trails, such as the "View of Lake Gollinsee – Großer Golinsee Bathing Area loop." This moderate trail covers about 4.9 miles (7.9 km). More hiking options can be found in the Hiking in Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee guide.
Mountain biking opportunities exist within the broader region. An example is the "Hammerfließ – Path through the forest loop from Templin-Ahrensdorf," an easy route spanning approximately 15.9 miles (25.7 km). The MTB Trails in Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee guide offers more information.
The core natural features include the Großer Gollinsee, a 1.3-mile (2.13 km) long lake, along with the Kleiner Vätersee and Polsensee. These oligotroph-alkaline lakes and surrounding peat moss moors are vital habitats for endangered plant and animal species.
The region offers routes suitable for various fitness levels, including easier options. For example, the "Hammerfließ – Path through the forest loop from Templin-Ahrensdorf" is an easy mountain biking route. Users can filter routes by difficulty on Komoot to find suitable options.
Routes in Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Komoot. This rating is based on more than 200 user reviews, indicating a generally positive experience for visitors.
There are more than 80 routes available in the Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee nature reserve. These routes cover various sports, including road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and jogging.
Detailed information on cycling routes is available through Komoot guides. The Cycling in Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee guide provides an overview, while specific guides exist for road cycling and gravel biking.
Yes, the Großer Gollinsee features a bathing area. It includes a small sandy beach, a sunbathing lawn, and a volleyball court, providing opportunities for relaxation and swimming.
One of the longer road cycling routes is the "Pioneer Bridge, Templin loop from Templin-Ahrensdorf," which spans approximately 54.8 miles (88.2 km). This route is rated as moderate in difficulty.
The "View of Lake Gollinsee – Großer Golinsee Bathing Area loop from Bollwinwiesen/ Großer Gollinsee" is one of the shorter hiking routes, covering approximately 4.9 miles (7.9 km). It is rated as moderate.

