Hillerse on the Oker

Hillerse lies on the Oker, which winds in meanders along the municipality.

The Oker and the Okeraue floodplain

Between Hillerse and Meinersen lies the Okeraue bei Volkse protected area. It includes a largely natural section of the Oker Valley and is an important breeding habitat for birds. Visitors interested in river landscapes and birdlife will find a specific connection to nature here as they plan their trip. The Oker shapes not only the landscape: it is also the starting point for a designated paddling route.

Canoeists will find a landing and overnight stop on the Oker in Hillerse. A paddling route can start here and runs 11 kilometres to the boathouse in Seershausen. The landing place and route details are practical points of reference, but do not replace checking the specifics when planning: visitor facilities and route arrangements can change. Before your trip, check the condition of the landing place and the latest route information.

Cycling and places to visit in the village

The Tankorte Runde Okeraue route from Hillerse is around 25 kilometres long and connects several designated stops. Together with the 11-kilometre paddling route, it offers a clear distinction for planning your day: one route is by bike, the other on the water. Route information can change; check it for your specific trip.

St. Viti Church is in the village centre, at the Brink. It is a place to visit in Hillerse and is one of the village’s oldest landmarks. If you plan to visit the church, check current visiting arrangements in advance. The Gifhorn-Hillerse Model Railway Club offers something different: it operates an HO-scale model railway across 60 square metres, with around 550 metres of track. In this way, technology and model building complement the themes of rivers and landscapes. Information about the attraction can change; check it before planning a visit.

Fishing is also highlighted as a nature-based leisure activity associated with Hillerse. A fishing course in Hillerse covered, among other topics, fishing law, nature and animal protection, aquatic ecology and fish biology. It also covered equipment, the responsible handling of caught fish and identifying native fish species. A certificate of examination is required for fishing.

Cycling plans for the wider Gifhorn destination

The cycling network in the wider Gifhorn destination includes around 700 kilometres of leisure cycling routes in Gifhorn district, as well as an additional 550 kilometres of everyday cycling routes with connecting paths. Around 400 signposted junctions can be combined for individual route planning. The Südheide “Cycling” leaflet lists 14 signposted tours; GPX tracks and further information can be downloaded using a QR code. Leaflets and route data may be updated. So, if you plan to use this information for your trip, check that it is current before planning.

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