An Active Holiday in the Lüneburg Heath
Cycling and hiking loops, Nordic walking and the combination of movement and thermal baths.
Anyone who wants to stay active on holiday will find ideal conditions around Bad Bevensen. The mostly flat landscape is excellent for running and cycling loops, for Nordic walking and for longer hikes. The Heidschnuckenweg can be walked in day and multi-day stages, and the Elbe canal offers long, level routes for cycling.
The best thing about an active holiday here is the combination: a long bike or hiking tour in the morning, cooling down and recovering at the Jod-Sole thermal baths in the afternoon, a good meal at Restaurant Parkside in the evening. Exertion and recovery alternate in a pleasant rhythm — and you return more rested than you set out.
From training to a leisurely loop
Very sporty guests plan multi-day tours on the Heidschnuckenweg or long cycling loops via the canal, the Ilmenau and the surrounding villages. In high summer the open heathlands should not be tackled in the hottest part of the day due to sun and lack of shade — early or late hours are more pleasant. In frost or wet weather it is worth checking the sand and forest paths for slipperiness.
So your body keeps up
After exertion the body needs recovery — and here it is only a few steps away. The warm brine water and the sauna loosen tired muscles, and a massage rounds off active days. For tours into the heath, sturdy footwear or an off-road-capable bike, plenty of drinks and sun protection are recommended. In frost or wet weather you should check the sand and forest paths for slipperiness and choose your loop accordingly.
An active holiday thrives on the right balance: those who skilfully alternate exertion and recovery return home fitter and more rested. The short distance between hotel, baths and nature makes exactly that easy. Tell us which routes and sports you prefer — we will give you tips on tours, rental and recovery and put together your stay so that movement and well-being go hand in hand.
You experience all of this most beautifully straight from the Parkhotel: quietly located in the spa quarter, with short distances to the baths, the spa park and nature. Best of all, combine your stay directly with a matching package — accommodation, breakfast and ThermePlus are already included.
More regional themes
Hiking in Bad Bevensen & the Lüneburg Heath
From a short stroll along the Ilmenau to a stage of the Heidschnuckenweg trail.
ViewCycling in the Lüneburg Heath
Flat paths along the Elbe canal, the Ilmenau cycle route and circular tours through the heath.
ViewJod-Sole Thermal Baths Bad Bevensen
Warm brine pools, a sauna landscape and quiet zones — included daily with ThermePlus.
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