Badesee Tannenhausen, a region in the Aurich district of East Frisia, Lower Saxony, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. This area is characterized by its central lake, extensive forest areas like Meerhusener Wald, and unique moorland ecosystems, including Germany's largest high moor lake, the Ewiges Meer. The varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
The Badesee Tannenhausen region features more than 20 routes…
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4.6
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371
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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101
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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166
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4.99km
01:16
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
25.7km
06:29
30m
30m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63
riders
64.4km
02:36
90m
90m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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53.2km
02:07
80m
80m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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62.7km
02:50
80m
80m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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60
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10.1km
00:39
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.2km
01:03
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48
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14.8km
00:54
10m
10m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
68.0km
04:06
90m
90m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.5km
02:39
60m
60m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.9km
02:35
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70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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43.5km
02:41
60m
60m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
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28.5km
01:58
30m
30m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.0km
01:58
30m
30m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.2km
01:04
20m
20m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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24.8km
01:26
40m
40m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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runners
5.98km
00:37
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.09km
00:44
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.9km
01:24
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.01km
00:51
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Badesee Tannenhausen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The lake itself provides opportunities for swimming, pedal boating, canoeing, stand-up paddling, and wakeboarding. The region features more than 20 routes across these sports.
Yes, Badesee Tannenhausen features a network of hiking trails for various fitness levels. Popular routes include a 1.8-mile (2.9 km) circular path around the Badesee and a 5.9-mile (9.5 km) trail with views of the Königskeiler Moorsee. A 16-mile (25.7 km) route passes through forests and by the Silbersee. More information is available in the guide Hiking around Badesee Tannenhausen.
The Badesee Tannenhausen region is integrated into broader cycling networks with routes featuring predominantly paved paths. Numerous road cycling routes around the lake offer scenic tours. A specific 27-mile (44 km) cycling tour includes the Ems Jade Canal, Plaggenburg Moor Forest, and the Tannenhausen megalithic tomb. Explore options in Road Cycling Routes around Badesee Tannenhausen.
Yes, Badesee Tannenhausen offers family-friendly options, including easy circular hiking paths around the lake. The area provides a playground for children and the lake itself is suitable for swimming and pedal boating. Family-friendly hikes are detailed in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Badesee Tannenhausen.
The Badesee Tannenhausen area provides a dedicated, fenced-in section for dogs with direct water access. This allows pets to enjoy the lake safely. Dog-friendly hiking routes are also available, as outlined in the guide Dog-friendly hikes around Badesee Tannenhausen.
Key natural attractions include the Badesee Tannenhausen itself, known for its high water quality and white gravel beach. The Ewiges Meer (Eternal Sea), Germany's largest high moor lake, offers a unique ecological experience with a wooden boardwalk. Other features include the Meerhusener Wald forest and the Silbersee.
The water quality at Badesee Tannenhausen is consistently high. It has been rated "good to very good" by the EU Commission and the Lower Saxony State Health Office. This makes it a safe and pleasant destination for swimming and other water activities.
Badesee Tannenhausen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 68,000 visitors recorded. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.53 stars from over 15,000 ratings, indicating a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, Badesee Tannenhausen offers easy hiking routes suitable for beginners. An example is the 1.8-mile (2.9 km) circular path directly around the Badesee. Additional easy options can be found in the guide Easy hikes around Badesee Tannenhausen.
Information on cycling routes, including touring and road cycling, is available through komoot guides. For general cycling, refer to Cycling around Badesee Tannenhausen. For road cycling specifics, consult Road Cycling Routes around Badesee Tannenhausen.
The primary tourism information for Badesee Tannenhausen is often managed through the local tourism office. The official tourism website for the area is www.aurich-tourismus.de.
Yes, a holiday home area is located directly at the lake. These accommodations feature houses built in the typical East Frisian style, providing options for extended stays in the region.

