Hügelgräber-Heide bei Kirchlinteln

Hügelgräber-Heide bei Kirchlinteln is a protected natural area spanning roughly 8 hectares with heathland and mixed woodland including pine, birch, red oak, and Douglas fir trees. The reserve features marked walking paths, information boards, and benches positioned throughout the site.

The area contains 18 burial mounds from the Bronze Age between 2500 and 1400 BC, built along ancient trade routes crossing the region. These earthworks reveal early settlement patterns and the region's role in trade networks.

The heathland supported specialized wildlife species for centuries and was shaped by shepherds who grazed sheep across the open land. This traditional use remains visible in the landscape structure you see today.

The trails are accessible from Kirchlinteln and clearly marked for easy navigation. Wear sturdy footwear since the terrain is uneven and can become wet after rainfall.

The site is maintained today through grazing by heath sheep, a rare breed specially developed for heathland management. These animals preserve the open landscape through their grazing, keeping the terrain in its natural state.

Location: Kirchlinteln

Inception: 1936

GPS coordinates: 52.93170,9.31639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:10