Steinhude Nature Park Barn

The Steinhuder Meer is the heart of a 420-square-kilometre nature park and one of Northern Germany’s most distinctive landscapes. At its centre, the Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude serves as an engaging information and visitor centre, located in the historic barn quarter of Steinhude. Opened during Expo 2000, it has since become the gateway to understanding the unique ecology and cultural heritage of the region. Inside, visitors can explore a modern interactive exhibition that vividly illustrates the rich biodiversity of the Steinhuder Meer and its surrounding nature reserves. Models, multimedia installations and tactile displays invite discovery of the flora, fauna and natural dynamics that shape this vital wetland habitat. The team on-site provides expert insights and personalised advice for excursions, from birdwatching at the protected areas to cycling and walking routes around the lake. With its combination of environmental education, regional charm and accessibility for visitors of all ages, the Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude offers an inspiring introduction to the beauty and importance of this landscape – a perfect starting point for anyone wishing to experience the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park in all its diversity.