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Things to see in Soltau (Germany): 22 places and when to go
Soltau is a town in Germany, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly Nature (8), Wildlife (5), Hiking (5). The best known are Heide Park, Becklingen War Cemetery and Höllen-Berg. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 39 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 21. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
What to see in Soltau
The places in and around Soltau, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Heide ParkTheme park in Soltau, Lower Saxony, Germany3.7 km
- Becklingen War CemeteryWorld War Second military cemetery in Germany13 km
- Höllen-BergNature · Mountains13 km
- Soltau Toy MuseumMuseum in Germany1.4 km
- WittenmoorNature reserve in Lower Saxony, Germany10 km
- Riensheide mit Stichter See und SägenmoorNature reserve in Lower Saxony, Germany8.9 km
- Snow Dome, BispingenIndoor ski slope in Germany15 km
- Börstel ConventChurch building and former Cistercian nunnery (before 1246–after 1638) in Berge, Osnabrück District, Lower Saxony, Germany150 km
- Böhmetal bei HuckenriethNature reserve in Lower Saxony, Germany5.7 km
- EhbläcksmoorFormer nature reserve in Lower Saxony, Germany4.4 km
- Elmhorst-BergHill in Germany14 km
- Felto - Filzwelt SoltauMuseum in Soltau, Lower Saxony1.5 km
- HeidschnuckenwegLong-distance trail in Lower Saxony, Germany13 km
- IserhatschePark in Bispingen, Germany14 km
- Lührsbockeler MoorNature reserve in Lower Saxony, Germany6.8 km
- Schloss NeuhausenBuilding in Berge (Germany)136 km
- Soltau ThermeBathing facility in Soltau, Lower Saxony835 m
- Heidschnuckenweg Etappe 6 Bispingen - SoltauHiking6.2 km
- Heidschnuckenweg Etappe 7: Soltau - WietzendorfHiking6.7 km
- Heidschnuckenweg, Zugangsweg Schneverdingen (Variante der Etappe 5)Hiking14 km
- Camino de SantiagoCatholic pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, Spain6.9 km
- Naturbad im HahnenbachtalWith kids10 km
When to go to Soltau
The best time to visit Soltau is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:51
- FebPossible9:34
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:42
- MayBest time15:35
- JunBest time16:39
- JulBest time16:12
- AugBest time14:32
- SepBest time12:24
- OctBest time10:16
- NovPossible8:21
- DecPossible7:21
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 39 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 21. In April, 21 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Soltau
The nearest main airport is Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport (HAM, Hamburg), 71 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Walsrode21 places22 km
- Faßberg25 places23 km
- Hanstedt35 places30 km
- Tostedt32 places33 km
- Verden24 places39 km
- Suderburg12 places41 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Soltau?
The best known: Heide Park, Becklingen War Cemetery, Höllen-Berg, Soltau Toy Museum, Wittenmoor. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Soltau?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 39 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 21.
How do you get to Soltau?
The nearest main airport is Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport (HAM), 71 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Soltau as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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