Sielmanns Naturlandschaft Döberitzer Heide
Sielmanns Naturlandschaft Döberitzer Heide is a unique nature reserve near Berlin and Potsdam, where the Heinz Sielmann Foundation has re-introduced almost extinct wild animal species like Wisents and Przewalski-horses on a former military training ground, offering visitors an adventurous nature experience with diverse flora and fauna.

📜 A unique nature reserve near Berlin, home to re-introduced wild animals.
🔍 Explore 3600 hectares of diverse habitats, from dry grasslands to forests.

Why Go

🦌 Encounter Wisents, Przewalski-horses, and Red deer in their natural habitat
🚶‍♀️ Hike 55 km of designated trails through varied landscapes
🦅 Spot rare birds like Sea eagles and and Hoopoes
🔭 Enjoy panoramic views from the 85-meter observation tower on Finkenberg
📚 Learn about conservation and history at the Natur-Erlebniszentrum

Why Avoid

⚠️ Must stay on designated paths due to potential unexploded ordnance
🐕 Dogs must always be on a leash to protect wildlife
🚫 Collecting plants, mushrooms, or other items is strictly prohibited
🌙 Overnight stays are not permitted

Getting There

🚗 From A10 exit "Berlin Spandau" onto B5 towards Berlin Spandau
➡️ Continue on B5 towards Berlin-Spandau/-Zentrum
🛣️ Take the 2nd exit: Elstal / Olympisches Dorf, Sielmann-Stiftung
📍 At Karls Erlebnis-Dorf, follow "Zur Döberitzer Heide" street to the roundabout

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Available at PARKPLATZ ELSTAL

Hiking

🚶‍♀️ 55 km of designated hiking trails
🐎 13 km of riding trails
🗺️ Guided tours available, including a "Große Militärtour Döberitzer Heide"

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nature reservewildlifehikinghorse ridingbird watchinghistoricaloutdoorfamily-friendlyobservation towerguided toursconservation