Seilbahnberg is the highest elevation in the Peine district and is considered a symbol of Lengede’s mining history. The Lengeder Teiche are also part of former mining areas; some sections are designated as a nature reserve. These places offer different perspectives on Lengede: mining heritage outdoors and a landscape to explore on walks and through nature observation.

Seilbahnberg and the Mining Park

The Seilbahnberg area was developed as a recreational park, and the Mining Park offers walking paths. Seilbahnberg is considered a symbol of Lengede’s mining history. If you would like to experience the mining theme beyond the museum, the park paths offer their own outdoor focus. This makes recreation and remembrance of mining two aspects of a stay.

Lengeder Teiche and walking paths

A walk around the Lengeder Teiche takes you through a 200-hectare nature and landscape conservation area. You may encounter rare bird and plant species in this protected setting. Some of the ponds themselves are designated as a nature reserve; at the same time, they are located in former mining areas. A walk around them offers a view of past uses, protected nature and opportunities to observe wildlife.

The mining trail around Lengede runs along the Lengeder Teiche nature reserve and passes Seilbahnberg. It offers a route that takes in both the protected pond area and a symbol of mining heritage. If you plan to follow this trail, check the current route in advance: route details may change as a result of future maintenance work.

The “Wunder von Lengede” Museum

The “Wunder von Lengede” Museum presents a documentary account of the “Wunder von Lengede.” Guided tours are available on request, including on weekends. If you plan to join a tour, request one in advance. The difference from the mining trail lies in how you experience the subject: the museum focuses on documentary interpretation, while the trail runs along the ponds and passes Seilbahnberg.

Lengede Natural Swimming Pool

Lengede Natural Swimming Pool offers a different focus. The water area covers approximately 1,200 square metres and is divided into swimming and non-swimming areas. The facility also includes a children’s pool, a water playground, slides and a zip line. The natural swimming pool is therefore a standalone option alongside walks, nature observation and activities related to Lengede’s mining history; here, swimming and play take centre stage.

More culture in Peine

Peine itself also offers a distinct perspective on architecture and regional history. The Protestant St. Jakobi Church was built there in 1899 in the Neo-Gothic style; its original colourful wall and ceiling paintings have been restored. The Peine District Museum explores the history and everyday life of the town and region: across 1,000 square metres, it covers different periods as well as the lives and work of craftspeople, industrial workers, townspeople and farmers. It also explores local features of the Peine region. Church art and everyday history add their own points of interest in Peine alongside Lengede’s themes.

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