Kerstlingeröder Feld

The Kerstlingeröder Feld is an open space covering about 200 hectares within Göttingen's city forest. It features multiple walking paths that wind through meadows and wooded areas, allowing people to move through the landscape easily.

From 1928 to 1992, this land served as a military training ground before being converted into a protected nature area for the public. The transformation marked a shift from military use to recreational and ecological purpose.

Schools and nature groups use this place to study local plants and animals throughout the year. Visitors come here to observe how different species live and change with the seasons.

Multiple entry points let you access the area conveniently from different directions around the city. Buses connect these access points to the downtown area and nearby neighborhoods, making it easy to reach.

A wildlife bridge completed in 2013 spans the B27 highway, allowing wildcats and other animals to safely cross between different sections of the reserve. This structure demonstrates how human infrastructure and animal movement can coexist.

Location: Göttingen

GPS coordinates: 51.52440,10.00790

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01