Nature Reserve Guide
Dahmetal Bei Briesen is a 424-hectare nature reserve located in the Dahme-Spreewald district of Brandenburg, Germany. This protected area is characterized by its largely natural riverine ecosystem, with the Dahme River meandering through the landscape, alongside extensive forests and varied terrain shaped by the Ice Age. The region features over 100 lakes, smaller rivers, moors, and diverse forest types, providing a varied environment for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, gravel biking, and more.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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67.4km
03:55
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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04:43
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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104km
04:06
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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03:07
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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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02:28
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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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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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109
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5.95km
01:31
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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06:37
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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04:04
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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81
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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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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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.81km
00:43
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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5.36km
00:34
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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46.2km
03:00
210m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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

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

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Dahmetal Bei Briesen is a 424-hectare nature reserve located in the Dahme-Spreewald district of Brandenburg, Germany. It is characterized by a natural riverine ecosystem, extensive forests, and varied terrain shaped by the Ice Age. The reserve features over 100 lakes, smaller rivers, and moors.
Dahmetal Bei Briesen offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, gravel biking, jogging, and mountain biking. The reserve has 72 routes available for exploration. These routes have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 300 ratings.
Yes, Dahmetal Bei Briesen is suitable for various cycling activities, including touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. The Dahme Cycle Route traverses the area, offering a mix of paved paths, asphalted roads, and unpaved sections. Specific guides are available for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking.
A popular touring cycling route is the "Spree River at Alt Schadow – South Shore of Lake Köthener loop from Oderin," which covers 35.6 miles (57.3 km). Another option is the "Märkisch Buchholz overflow weir – View of the Dahme River loop from Oderin," spanning 30.1 miles (48.5 km). These routes offer diverse landscapes for touring cyclists.
The nature reserve features designated hiking trails, particularly along the Dahme River between Briesen and Freidorf. An example is the "Bathing Spot at Oderiner See – Oderiner Lake loop from Oderin," an easy route of 3.7 miles (6.0 km). More challenging options like the "Trift Lake – Picher Lake loop from Oderin" are also available, covering 15.8 miles (25.4 km).
Cycling routes in Dahmetal Bei Briesen feature varied terrain. The Dahme Cycle Route includes flat, paved paths and asphalted roads suitable for touring and road cyclists. For gravel bikers and trekking bikes, there are also unpaved sections and dirt tracks, offering a more rugged experience.
The region offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including easy options. The "Glashütte Village Shop – Baruther Glashütte Museum Village loop from Staakow" is an easy touring cycling route of 12.1 miles (19.5 km). These easier routes can be suitable for families.
The Dahme River is a central feature, meandering through the landscape with old arms and natural formations. The reserve also contains over 100 lakes, various springs, moors like the "Schmolluch" peat moss moor, and diverse forests including alder swamp forests and oak-hornbeam forests.
The nature reserve is part of the larger Dahme-Heideseen Nature Park, which provides information on the broader region. For specific inquiries concerning Briesen (Mark), the local administrative office, Amt Odervorland, can be contacted at +49 33607 897 10.
Komoot offers several guides for Dahmetal Bei Briesen, including Hiking in Dahmetal Bei Briesen, Road Cycling Routes, and Gravel biking. There are also guides for Touring cycling, MTB Trails, and Running Trails.
Yes, easy hiking routes are available, such as the "Bathing Spot at Oderiner See – Oderiner Lake loop from Mahnigsee-Dahmetal." This route is 2.8 miles (4.5 km) long and has an easy difficulty grade. A dedicated guide for Easy hikes in Dahmetal Bei Briesen is also provided.

