Discover Uetze

Uetze combines waterside experiences at Irenensee Lake with cycling and hiking trails through meadows and forests, as well as fascinating insights into the history of oil extraction and windmill technology. This lets you tailor your stay to different interests: time by the water, outdoor activity or visits to places of cultural and historical interest.

Enjoy the water at Irenensee Lake

Irenensee Lake is the largest of the Spreewald lakes and is surrounded by reed marshland and a nature reserve. The 14-hectare lake has a shallow-water zone and a water playground; a cable also stretches across the water. These features give families planning time by the water some specific ideas for an outing.

Swimming is possible at Irenensee Lake. Check the latest bathing conditions before your visit. Pedal boats and go-karts can be rented there; availability may vary by season. If these activities are part of your plans, take the season into account when planning your day.

Trails and outdoor activities

In Uetze, cycling and hiking trails pass through meadows and forests and follow the water. If you enjoy an active stay, you can plan routes through a variety of landscapes. Uetze is also part of the Hannover Horse Region and offers activities such as horse riding.

Water, trails and horse riding offer different options for your outings. Before your trip, you can decide whether you would prefer to focus on time by the lake, exploring the landscape or horse-riding activities. This helps you shape your stay around the experiences that interest you most.

Oil history and mills in Hänigsen

The tar pits in Hänigsen are the oldest documented oil deposit in northern Germany. The open-air site features an oil laboratory, drilling and extraction equipment, and an old wooden drilling derrick. These tangible examples of technology bring oil extraction to life.

The post mill in Hänigsen also tells the story of the local area: it was built in 1704. The mill opens to visitors on the annual Mill Day, which falls on the first Sunday in September. Check the date before your trip. The two-post Kübbung house can be visited by prior arrangement with the Uetze Heritage Association.

Seasonal attractions and culture

At Erse Park in Uetze, attractions include a summer toboggan run, the Hara Kiri water slide, a historic carousel and a family roller coaster. The attractions operate seasonally. If you are planning a visit to the park, take the time of year into account.

Uetze offers a range of reasons to combine days outdoors with visits to historic sites. The tar pits and the post mill represent technological and rural history; at Irenensee Lake and along the trails, water and landscape take centre stage. Deciding which of these sides you would like to explore first can also help you plan a stay that suits you.

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