Lindern between moorland, cycle paths and a windmill

Lindern combines a distinctive moorland landscape with regional technological history and a variety of opportunities for an active tour of discovery. Sulinger Moor lies on the edge of the village and is one of what were once 15 active raised bogs in the Diepholz Moor Depression.

Discovering Sulinger Moor

Sulinger Moor shapes the landscape around Lindern. The land consolidation area covers the eastern part of the Lindern district; large parts of it are protected by the “Sulinger Moor and Maasener Moor” landscape conservation area. In the central part of Sulinger Moor, an area is also protected under Section 30 of the Federal Nature Conservation Act (BNatSchG). This classification is part of the character of the area and makes clear that the moorland is not merely a backdrop for a walk, but a distinctive natural environment.

The moor circular trail is ideal for finding your way around the area. It is approximately 8.5 km long and introduces visitors to the special features of the moor. The trail currently includes 14 information points. This allows you to explore the landscape step by step, while the information draws your attention to individual features of the moor. Take the length into account when planning your day and choose your accommodation so that it suits the focus you want for your trip.

Cycle paths for an active exploration

The surroundings of Lindern can also be incorporated into your travel plans by bicycle. Locally significant cycle paths such as “Rund um Sulingen” run through the project area. The “Schafdamm” also leads through Sulinger Moor; it is heavily used by cyclists and is also part of a local themed cycle route for exploring Sulinger Moor.

For travellers who enjoy putting together their own stages, this combination opens up various possibilities: you can make the moor circular trail the focus of your nature experience or combine cycling routes with exploring the landscape. If a travel group has different interests, this allows Lindern to be discovered from several perspectives. A holiday apartment in Lindern can serve as a suitable search option if you would like to include nature and regional sights in your stay.

Labbus Windmill and its history

Labbus Windmill provides a cultural highlight. It is a protected historic building and cultural monument, as well as a witness to technological and agricultural development in the 19th and 20th centuries. The present windmill was built in 1851 by millwright Fahlenkamp on behalf of farmer Heinrich Borchers. Its history complements the natural environment with a tangible insight into the development of regional agriculture and technology.

On the fourth Sunday of every month, the Labbus Mill Association opens the doors of the windmill and offers individual guided tours while the machinery is operating. This date is particularly interesting if you would like to combine landscape and culture during your stay. Check the fourth Sunday when planning your trip and choose a holiday apartment or holiday home in Lindern to suit your desired visiting period.

Which accommodation suits your plans

Your choice of accommodation in Lindern can be guided by the combination of moorland, cycle paths and culture you are looking for. For a nature-focused stay, the approximately 8.5 km-long moor circular trail and its 14 information points are the main attractions. Those who prefer to be active can include “Rund um Sulingen” or the “Schafdamm” in their plans. Culture enthusiasts can combine their visit to the landscape with Labbus Windmill and its monthly guided-tour date. This creates a clear travel plan from the verified highlights, without requiring every day to be organised in the same way.

For the higher-level travel overview: Sulingen.