Nature Reserve Guide
Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen is a nature reserve spanning 529 hectares, characterized by the meandering Leine river and extensive former gravel mining lakes. This dynamic landscape features a mosaic of water bodies, sand and gravel areas, grasslands, and ancient tree stands, creating diverse habitats. The area's unique blend of natural riverine dynamics and the ecological transformation from historical gravel mining makes it a compelling destination for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
147
Routes
4.5
(1230)
Average rating
5756
People visited

4.3
(115)
372
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(52)
182
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(181)
737
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(45)
157
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(116)
400
riders
54.4km
03:27
230m
230m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.6
(16)
88
riders
17.3km
01:06
30m
30m
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
(47)
196
riders
35.4km
02:12
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
(6)
80
riders
20.4km
01:15
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.5
(11)
141
riders
51.6km
02:23
140m
140m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
(4)
48
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
riders
81.6km
03:21
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

3.7
(10)
77
runners
10.8km
01:07
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(7)
135
runners
31.4km
03:17
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
45
runners
5.13km
00:34
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
41
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(4)
51
riders
50.2km
02:41
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(5)
19
riders
97.7km
05:06
200m
200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
21
riders
28.4km
01:29
50m
50m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
13
riders
45.3km
02:27
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(3)
11
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
9
riders
17.4km
00:59
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
4
riders
60.3km
03:24
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
5
riders
35.6km
02:12
70m
70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen is a nature reserve spanning 529 hectares. It is characterized by the meandering Leine river and extensive former gravel mining lakes, creating a mosaic of water bodies, sand and gravel areas, and grasslands. This area is a significant resting and wintering ground for birds.
Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. There are more than 100 routes available for exploration. Visitors have rated the routes an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Yes, numerous hiking trails are available in Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen, catering to various fitness levels. Paths can be partly muddy in rainy weather. For more information, consult the Hiking around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen guide.
Easy hiking routes are available, such as the "Great Koldinger Lake – Koldingen Lakes loop" which is approximately 2.7 miles [4.4 km] long. Another easy option is the "Koldingen Lakes – Great Koldinger Lake loop" covering about 3.7 miles [6.0 km]. More easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen guide.
Touring cycling is a popular activity in the reserve, with routes like the "Great Koldinger Lake – View of Marienburg Castle loop" which is about 33.4 miles [53.7 km] long. Another option is the "Great Koldinger Lake – Innerstewehr Sarstedt loop" at approximately 12.9 miles [20.8 km]. Explore more options in the Cycling around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen guide.
Yes, the nature reserve offers several trails suitable for jogging. Routes vary in length and difficulty, such as the "Koldingen Lakes – Christmas tree loop" which is about 4.8 miles [7.8 km] long. The Running Trails around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen guide provides more options.
The reserve is a vital habitat for over 240 bird species, including many water and wading birds, with about 80 species listed on the Red List of endangered breeding birds. Beavers, various insect species (like ground beetles and butterflies), amphibians, and bats also inhabit the area. Two observation towers are available for nature observation.
Key features include the meandering Leine river, extensive former gravel mining lakes up to 33 feet [10 meters] deep, and ancient tree stands known as the "Droth." The area also contains diverse plant life, including flowering rush and yellow iris. Information boards are present to guide visitors.
Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 1,200 ratings. There are 111 total routes available.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen, Cycling around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen, and Running Trails around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen. Guides for specific interests like Lakes around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen are also available.
Yes, the reserve and its surrounding area offer routes for road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking. Guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen, Gravel biking around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen, and MTB Trails around Leineaue zwischen Ruthe und Koldingen provide detailed information.
The reserve is suitable for outdoor activities throughout the year. It is particularly significant as a resting and wintering ground for birds, making autumn and winter good times for birdwatching. Paths can become muddy during wet weather, so conditions may vary seasonally.
The reserve offers routes suitable for various fitness levels, including easy walks that can be enjoyed by families. The diverse landscape with lakes and natural features provides an engaging environment for children. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the hiking and cycling guides.

