Hanover's New Bog Adventure Trail Blends Education with Outdoor Exploration
A new outdoor adventure near Hanover invites visitors to explore the region's peatlands in an engaging way. The Bog Adventure Trail offers a sensory journey through Otternhagen Bog, blending education with hands-on activities. From quaking bogs to interactive exhibits, the trail highlights the importance of these unique landscapes.
The trail provides two routes for exploration: a short 1-kilometre loop and a longer 2-kilometre path. Both wind through Otternhagen Bog, where boardwalks ensure accessibility for those with limited mobility. One of the standout features is a bridge that lets visitors safely cross a quaking bog, giving them a firsthand feel for its unstable surface.
Along the way, interactive stations explain how bogs help protect the climate and detail the history of peat harvesting in the area. The nearby Mooriz Bog Information Center complements the outdoor adventure with a free, interactive exhibition. It covers the ecology of bogs and their role in local ecosystems.
Beyond Otternhagen, the Hanover region boasts several other bogs, including Toten Moor, Bissendorfer Moor, Helstorfer Moor, and Schwarzes Moor. These sites are linked by the 100-kilometre Hanover Bog Route, offering even more opportunities for discovery.
The Bog Adventure Trail combines education with outdoor adventure, making it easier for visitors to understand the value of peatlands. With accessible paths and engaging exhibits, the experience suits a wide range of visitors. The wider Hanover Bog Route also connects multiple sites, encouraging further exploration of these vital natural areas.
