A protected heath, prehistoric traces and a neo-Gothic brick church give Todesfelde a distinct character. Those interested in nature and local history will find a variety of themes to explore as they plan their trip. BarfuĂźland also offers trails and activities that can be described in specific terms.
Heathland and Open Landscape
Protected Barker Heath lies in the northern part of the municipality, right next to Segeberg Forest. Its open heathland and grassland areas provide a habitat for Red List meadow birds such as the Eurasian curlew, common snipe and northern lapwing; the rare woodlark is also found here. The open land and adjacent woodland offer two distinct facets of this natural area. Visitors interested in landscapes and birdlife will find this a special focus of their stay.
Archaeological Traces and Church
Settlement traces in the Todesfelde area date from both the Bronze Age and the pre-Roman Iron Age. Archaeological finds include a burial ground with 150 Bronze Age cremation graves. The principal find is the Todesfelde Urn, dated to around 500 BC. These finds give local history a dimension reaching far back into the past.
Todesfelde Church is a neo-Gothic brick building, consecrated in 1900. The tower clock was added in 1910; it was installed by J. F. Weule of Bockenem in the Harz Mountains. In 1967, artist Max Schegulla redesigned the apse window group. The dates mark different stages in the church’s history: from its construction and the addition of the clock to the later redesign of the windows. A 42-kilometre Mönchsweg excursion route to Nütschau Monastery also passes the small church in Todesfelde.
BarfuĂźland: Trails and Activities
The barefoot trail at BarfuĂźland near Bad Segeberg is more than 1,000 metres long and crosses a variety of surfaces. These include wood, sand, bark mulch, clay, peat bog and streams, as well as smooth glass, peach stones and LEGO pieces. The green trail is the main barefoot path; optional sections take you over mud, wobbly bridges and climbing elements. This lets you choose between the main path and additional sections, rather than treating every element as one continuous route.
The corn maze also offers variety: its winding paths, changes of direction and small puzzles make finding your way part of the experience. The maze is redesigned every year. BarfuĂźland also offers workshops, nature rallies and environmental education. If these activities are important to your plans, check the current programme in advance, as programme details may change.
Getting There and On-Site Services
By car, you can reach BarfuĂźland via the A21, Bad Segeberg/Leezen exit. Free parking is available right at the site. As information about access and parking rules may change, check the latest guidance before travelling. Snacks and drinks are available on site. For day use, pavilions with a grill and tables can be booked; check the booking details if you plan to use this option, as they may change.
Segeberg as the Wider Destination
Looking beyond the municipality to the wider destination of Segeberg reveals other distinct nature and cultural themes. Eekholt Wildlife Park lies on the northern edge of Segeberg Forest, between Bad Bramstedt and Bad Segeberg, set in the Osterau landscape. In the wider destination of Segeberg, the Alt-Segeberger Bürgerhaus Museum presents the building and residents’ history of a house dating from 1541, as well as an exhibition on Segeberg’s 800-year development. These regional destinations offer a different focus from Barker Heath, archaeological traces and the church in Todesfelde.
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