--- title: "Steinhude Nature Park Barn" url: "https://www.niedersachsen-tourism.com/poi/steinhude-nature-park-barn" description: "The Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude lies at the heart of the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, a 420-square-kilometre landscape of lakes, moorlands and woodlands that transforms into a place of quiet beauty in winter. Located in the charming Scheunenviertel of Steinhude, the information centre has become an inviting gateway to this region since its opening during Expo 2000. Inside, visitors can discover an engaging, interactive exhibition that brings the unique flora and fauna of the Steinhuder Meer bird sanctuary to life. Informative displays reveal how wildlife adapts to the colder months, from migrating waterbirds resting on icy shores to the subtle resilience of winter vegetation. Knowledgeable staff are available to provide insights into nature conservation and the seasonal rhythms of the region. When frost sparkles over the lake and the reeds glisten in pale light, the Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude offers a warm and welcoming space to connect with nature in another, quieter way. Whether enjoyed as part of a winter walk through the town or after exploring the frozen paths along the shore, it is an inspiring place to pause, learn, and experience the serene side of northern Germany’s most famous inland lake." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3525316/52bb65bd1e51c1eb2332d123559a63ca3e775e365340b11d30db6f2be7a8beb8/naturpark-scheune-steinhude_thomas_meier-jpg.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Steinhude Nature Park Barn ========================== - Nature park info centre Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude\_Thomas\_Meier.jpg In winter, the Nature Park Barn Steinhude invites visitors to explore the Steinhuder Meer’s wildlife through its interactive exhibition [1]. The Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude lies at the heart of the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park, a 420-square-kilometre landscape of lakes, moorlands and woodlands that transforms into a place of quiet beauty in winter. Located in the charming Scheunenviertel of Steinhude, the information centre has become an inviting gateway to this region since its opening during Expo 2000. Inside, visitors can discover an engaging, interactive exhibition that brings the unique flora and fauna of the Steinhuder Meer bird sanctuary to life. Informative displays reveal how wildlife adapts to the colder months, from migrating waterbirds resting on icy shores to the subtle resilience of winter vegetation. Knowledgeable staff are available to provide insights into nature conservation and the seasonal rhythms of the region. When frost sparkles over the lake and the reeds glisten in pale light, the Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude offers a warm and welcoming space to connect with nature in another, quieter way. Whether enjoyed as part of a winter walk through the town or after exploring the frozen paths along the shore, it is an inspiring place to pause, learn, and experience the serene side of northern Germany’s most famous inland lake. Read more Naturpark-Scheune Steinhude\_Luft\_Thomas\_Meier.jpg Good to know ------------ Openings Opening hours may be subject to change at short notice for staffing reasons. Current information can be found on the website of the Nature Park Center at the following address: www.naturpark-steinhuder-meer.de Dayoff: Monday, Tuesday Read more Price info Events and guided tours can be booked for a fee. Admission to the exhibition is free. Read more Eligibility - Bad Weather Offer - Suitable for any weather - for Groups - for Class - for familys - for individual guests - Pet allowed - Suitable for the Elderly - for Children of all Ages - Suitable for Pushchair Linguistic proficiency German, English Payment methods free of charge, Cash payment on site Certification and seal of quality - miscellaneous - Kinderferienland Niedersachsen (child-friendly certification in Lower Saxony) - Reisen für Alle (accessibility certification) Accessibility **Travel for Everyone** All areas relevant to the assessment meet the quality criteria for the label “**Accessibility Tested – Partially Accessible for People with Mobility Impairments”**. We have compiled some **accessibility notes** below. . - There are two designated parking spaces for people with disabilities (space dimensions: 350 cm x 500 cm). - The path from the parking lot to the information center is 100 m long. - The building is accessible without steps. - Almost all rooms and facilities accessible to guests that are elevated are accessible at ground level. Exceptions: The Marsh Experience Room and the boat are accessible only via a single step 17 cm high. - All doors and passageways accessible to guests are at least 90 cm wide. - The ticket counter is 72 cm high at its lowest point. - Most of the exhibits can be viewed while seated. - Most of the information about the exhibits can be read while seated. - Guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. Advance registration is required. - Mobile or fixed seating is available for people with mobility impairments and can be used during the guided tour. - The entire route of the guided tour is accessible to wheelchair users without steps. - Public restrooms for people with disabilities are located at the Tourist Information Center on the opposite side of Scheunenplatz (approx. 80 m) or in the restroom building at the bus parking lot, at the corner of Bruchdamm and Meerstraße (approx. 100 m away). **General Information on Accessibility** Read more Directions & Parking facilities Die Naturpark-Scheune befindet sich im "Scheunenviertel". In unmittelbarer Nähe befinden sich Parkplätze (kostenpflichtig). Die Bushaltestelle ist fußläufig erreichbar. Read more More information Auf Anfrage bietet das Naturparkkino Gruppen bis 50 Personen die Möglichkeit, naturkundliche Filme zu sehen. Darüber hinaus können interessierte Besucher und Besucherinnen, Schulklassen usw. geführte Wanderungen in die Landschaftsräume Moor und Meerbruch buchen. Auf der Insel Wilhelmstein befindet sich außerdem ein Informationsraum; die Insel ist mit den traditionellen Auswanderer-Booten oder den Fahrgastschiffen erreichbar. In dem Ausstellungsraum auf der ehemaligen Festungsinsel steht der Lebensraum Steinhuder Meer, seine Geschichte und Kultur im Mittelpunkt. Hier können sich die Besucherinnen und Besucher unter anderem anhand einer Bildershow selbständig informieren. Read more Contact person Region Hannover, Fachbereich Umwelt \| Naturpark Steinhuder Meer – Team 36.20**Company** Am Graben 4 31515 Wunstorf License (master data) Steinhuder Meer Tourismus GmbH Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Other seminar/class/workshop - Christmas market - Flea market - Place of interest - Nature park info centre - Nature park - Info point - Tours 13.00 km - Walking 1.59 km - Walking 6.00 km - Walking Contact Am Graben 4 31515 Wunstorf OT Steinhude