Haren, a region in the Emsland district of Lower Saxony, Germany, features a generally flat landscape shaped by waterways and moorlands. The Ems River and the Haren-Rütenbrock Canal are central to its character, alongside areas of marshy moorland and interspersed woodlands. This diverse environment provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more. The minimal elevation changes make Haren accessible for a wide range of outdoor enthusiasts.
Haren…
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4.3
(29)
86
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
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22
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(135)
594
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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222
hikers
15.3km
03:52
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40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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640
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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487
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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121
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53.1km
03:09
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
12.2km
00:42
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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768
runners
25.0km
02:42
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40m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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10.2km
01:07
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20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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5.24km
00:33
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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8.84km
00:56
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20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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429
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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231
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42.7km
01:47
80m
80m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.8
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156
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
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riders
49.7km
02:08
70m
70m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
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185
riders
59.7km
03:31
110m
110m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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117
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90.0km
05:59
180m
180m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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22
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95.6km
06:15
190m
190m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.5
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47
riders
52.2km
03:08
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.5
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68
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59.4km
03:15
110m
110m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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52
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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26
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39.7km
02:06
70m
70m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
31
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Haren offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features a generally flat landscape with extensive paths along waterways and through moorlands. More than 700 routes are available for exploration.
Haren features 224 hiking routes, offering diverse experiences through moorlands, forests, and along rivers. Hikers can explore areas like the Tinner Loh Nature Reserve with its ancient beech trees. For detailed options, consult the Hiking around Haren guide.
Haren is known for its extensive network of cycling paths, particularly suitable for Road cycling and Touring cycling. Notable routes include sections of the Ems Cycle Path and the Dortmund-Ems Canal Cycle Route. The region offers 149 Road cycling routes and 172 Touring cycling routes. More information is available in the Cycling around Haren guide.
Haren's landscape is characterized by the Ems River and the Haren-Rütenbrock Canal, alongside marshy moorlands such as the Bourtanger Moor-Veenland Nature Park. Interspersed woodlands like the Tinner Loh Nature Reserve also contribute to the region's natural diversity. The Geeste Reservoir offers additional water features.
The generally flat landscape and minimal elevation changes in Haren make many routes accessible for families and beginners. This applies to both cycling and hiking paths throughout the region. Specific family-friendly options can be found within the various sport guides.
Haren is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 19,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in Haren have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 1,700 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Haren, including Hiking around Haren, Road Cycling Routes around Haren, and Cycling around Haren. There are also guides for Running Trails, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking. These guides provide curated routes and information for various sports.
Haren offers 52 Mountain biking routes, catering to different skill levels. The terrain includes woodlands and paths through natural areas. For specific routes and details, refer to the MTB Trails around Haren guide on komoot.
The official website for the municipality of Haren (Ems) is haren.de. This site provides general information about the region. For broader tourism inquiries in the Emsland region, Emsland Tourismus GmbH can be contacted.
Haren provides 140 routes specifically for jogging and running. These trails often follow the flat terrain along canals, rivers, and through local green spaces. The Running Trails around Haren guide offers detailed options for runners.
Haren features various points of interest, including natural monuments, historical sites, and man-made structures like bridges and cycle ways. The region's waterways, such as the Ems River, and its moorlands are also significant natural highlights. Cafes and restaurants are available in settlements.

