Discover Scharnhorst: Hiking Trails and Local History
Accommodation in Scharnhorst
When planning a stay in Scharnhorst, hiking and local history can serve as two specific points of reference. The Lutter is a natural heathland stream in the SĂĽdheide. A nature reserve is located within the Scharnhorst district; the official nature reserve ordinance dates from September 4, 2007.
Hiking between the heathland stream and open landscapes
The short “Magical Places Along the Way” route is 2.2 kilometres long. It starts in Scharnhorst on “Am Söhren” street and heads west out of the village. It passes the Lutter heathland stream, as well as expansive meadows and fields. For trip planning, the route length gives you a concrete point of reference if you are considering a short hike alongside other activities.
The W20 “Magical Places Along the Way” circular hiking trail leads through fields and forests around Scharnhorst, Marwede and Endeholz. Depending on the distance you choose, you can visit up to four installations created by various artists. The installations explore local history or other notable events. The possible number of stops therefore depends on the distance you choose; plan according to how many of the art and history themes you would like to include.
Three hiking routes of varying lengths are available from the hiking car park in Scharnhorst. Check the current route information before setting off: the offerings may be revised, and exact trail conditions can change.
Local history and traditions
In 1822, Carl Friedrich Gauss placed a stone on Wählberg to mark a trigonometric surveying point. The stone thus provides a concrete link to the history of surveying. The annual Schützenfest (marksmen’s festival) is also part of local tradition and the preservation of customs. If you would like to plan your trip around it, check the event dates in advance.
Artist Wulf Nolte’s imaginative kinetic sculpture evokes the history of Hohenbostel. The site of the medieval village of Hohenbostel, which was abandoned, is thought to lie north of Scharnhorst. “Abandoned” here means that the village was deserted; its exact location remains uncertain.
More destinations in the broader Eschede destination
In the broader Eschede destination, Riding Tour 04 Eschede is about 35 kilometres long. It leads from Eschede through Rebberlah, Burghorn and Habighorst, then back to Eschede. Before riding, check the official route page for the latest details.
A path passes through the Eschede memorial site, runs alongside the trees in the cherry garden, and follows parallel to the railway tracks. It continues north to Eschede station. The nature park information centre is located at the station; the route and the centre’s location provide a concrete point of reference within Eschede.
Markmann’s Toy Rooms in Eschede house around 700 dolls, from miniature dollhouse dolls to toddler figures. Public visits are currently possible only by prior appointment.
To the broader travel overview: Eschede.
