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Lüneburg Heath

View of Totengrund – Heather Bloom in Totengrund loop from Wilsede

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Lüneburg Heath

View of Totengrund – Heather Bloom in Totengrund loop from Wilsede

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View of Totengrund – Heather Bloom in Totengrund loop from Wilsede

01:34

5.93km

60m

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

Last updated: June 11, 2026

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Naturpark Lüneburger Heide

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1.21 km

View of the Totengrund from the Holzberg

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Totengrund is not only a dream when the heather is in bloom. Even in spring, when nature awakens, the Totengrund is a worthwhile destination. Lovers particularly appreciate it in winter or when it is foggy, as this is when the mystical image appears. Just a landscape like a watercolor painting, almost unrealistic. That's why the Totengrund is one of the most photographed areas of the Lüneburg Heath.
Impressively striking juniper bushes and heather grow in the basin, which was probably created during the Ice Age and is located one kilometer south of Wilsede. The name “Totengrund” probably comes from the barren soil.
To protect the valuable heath landscape, the Totengrund itself is not allowed to be entered. You have a wonderful view from the lookout point. Several hiking trails lead around the Totengrund: for example to Wilsede, Oberhaverbeck, Niederhaverbeck or Behringen.

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1.22 km

Totengrund loop with Holzberg summit

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Great landscape that is worth exploring.

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1.29 km

View of Totengrund from the East

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The Totengrund is a basin with up to 40 meters high flanks, which can be circled on the Hermann Löns way above the ground. You have a great view.

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2.15 km

View of Totengrund

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A stunning view of the valley basin is a highlight in every season. The valley basin was probably formed during the Ice Age and was placed under nature protection as early as 1921.

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2.30 km

Historic Sheep Barn Near Totengrund

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a great old stable with old oak, on a narrow path between Wilsede and Totengrund.

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4.48 km

Totengrund in the Lüneburger Heide

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From Wilsede two paths lead southwards to the ground of the dead. Once there, you have a great view over the heath and far beyond - absolutely recommendable! Interesting for mountain bikers: From the vantage point, several trails lead down: the Totentrail, the Holzbergtrail and Steingrundtrail. Have fun!

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4.82 km

Totengrund Heath

Highlight • Natural

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5.15 km

Heather Bloom in Totengrund

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5.93 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.88 km

1.79 km

189 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.37 km

348 m

198 m

< 100 m

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