Top 20 Caves around Bad Münder am Deister

The Bärenhöhle forest inn is idyllically situated in the Deister hills near Egestorf (Barsinghausen) and is a popular destination for hikers and day-trippers. Surrounded by ancient beech trees, it offers a cozy atmosphere with a rustic dining room, a conservatory, and a large beer garden nestled in the greenery. The kitchen combines regional and seasonal dishes – from game and asparagus specialties to the popular schnitzel day. Breakfast is served in the mornings, and on weekends a generous buffet featuring regional products and homemade jams is offered. Thanks to its proximity to the Egestorf S-Bahn station, the Bärenhöhle is easily accessible and perfect for a break after a hike. Whether for a family outing, a celebration, or a casual get-together – here, good food meets genuine Deister idyll.

The Oberberg fissure in the Weser Uplands is a narrow, natural crevice in the limestone of the Oberberg mountain and is one of the region's geological features. It lies well hidden on a steep slope and resembles a deep, inaccessible crack in the rock less than a cave. Due to its narrow structure, slippery limestone walls, and partially unstable floor, hiking guides advise against entering the fissure. It is precisely this mysterious yet difficult-to-access appearance that makes it such a fascinating place, best viewed from a distance.

Here you can take part in a nice and interesting guided tour for 8 euros. The place is open on weekends from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can also watch a short film afterwards.

Wonderful nice woman for the guide

CAUTION: With high humidity, the risk of slipping is very high in the area. (roots, stones)

The first mention of a coal seam can be found in 1738. Excavation only began on October 31, 1831. After 103 meters, mining could begin in 1832. The mined coal was used to supply local industrial plants and as domestic fuel and forge coal. In 1862, the Feggendorfer tunnel was penetrated by a direct connection to the Hohenbostel tunnel. The natural air circulation created by the approximately 100 m difference in height between the two mouths was used for ventilation. Annual production rose from 840 t to 1600 t and finally fell to 540 t. In 1879, the mine was closed for economic reasons, but was maintained to ventilate the Hohenbostel tunnel until 1895, when it was closed. In 1917, the last year of the First World War, the tunnel was reopened and expanded after a 40-year break due to the poor supply situation. In 1921, 139 men mined 80 to 90 tons per day. The mine was officially closed in 1947, but continued to be used on a small scale until 1952. In that year, all usable facilities were demolished and the access was blown up. The tracks and the mine cars were used in other Deister mines. Source: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feggendorfer_Stolln

In the past, hard coal was mined here and brought down via the braking distance. You can see the mine house, old carts, unused rails, the entrance to the tunnel and old and new tools. There is also plenty of space to take a break before completing the ascent to Kreuzbuche.

Refuge for animals and plants! Here is something else from the network: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C3%B6hlengebiet_im_Kleinen_Deister