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Region Hannover

The Iron Seat (Bahlsen Hunting Lodge) near Wettmar

Region Hannover

The Iron Seat (Bahlsen Hunting Lodge) near Wettmar

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The Iron Seat (Bahlsen Hunting Lodge) near Wettmar

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Gravel riding

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Location: Burgwedel, Region Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany

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Tips

September 1, 2024

Cycling

The access to this "lost place" is very hidden. In August 2024, mosquitoes attacked this short path covered with fresh grass. But nature is slowly reclaiming the place. Now a tree has fallen on the house.

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June 4, 2022

Cycling

The Bahlsen hunting lodge is popularly known as "The Iron Seat". Quote: "It is reported that the house was very well equipped inside. There were beds, a kitchen, washing facilities and even a toilet. In addition to the garage under the house, there was supposedly a swimming pool in the early years, but this was filled in when the house was no longer in use." Uncertain records, but conceivable, in any case electricity and water connections are still visible today. The clearing in front of the house is said to have been cleared for hunting purposes at the time.

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August 9, 2017

Cycling

Not far from Wettmar in the district of Thönse (near Hanover) you will find this unusual hunting lodge in the middle of the forest in a small clearing.
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Elevation 80 m

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Location: Burgwedel, Region Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany

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