In Rehburg-Loccum, people live where others come to spend their holidays—between the River Weser and Lake Steinhude, surrounded by the varied landscapes of the Rehburg Hills and the Steinhuder Meer Nature Park. The town consists of the five districts of Bad Rehburg, Loccum, Münchehagen, Rehburg, and Winzlar.
Here, culture and nature come together in perfect harmony. A historic monastery, a beautifully preserved spa complex, an open-air museum, a bird sanctuary, ancient pilgrimage routes, and many other attractions warmly welcome visitors.
Rehburg-Loccum for Fairy Tale Enthusiasts
Along the historic promenade paths in Bad Rehburg, visitors can discover a Brothers Grimm Fairy Tale Trail. Winding through beautiful woodland with magnificent views across Lake Steinhude, it offers an enchanting walk for visitors of all ages. The route also passes the Wilhelm Tower, built in 1847 and named after Count Wilhelm of Schaumburg-Lippe, where Rapunzel herself awaits.
The gentle murmur of the Meerbach stream in Rehburg tells stories of water nymphs, princes, hidden treasures, and true love. According to local legend, Lake Steinhude itself would never have come into existence had it not been for the giants who once lived in the Rehburg Hills and at Düsselburg Castle and whose quarrel shaped the landscape.
The St James' Spring in the forests surrounding Loccum Monastery is said to possess miraculous powers, while another local legend tells that if the little hen that wanted to go to Loccum had never arrived, the world itself would no longer exist.
Münchehagen was once home to Lower Saxony's oldest inhabitants—and today visitors can literally follow in their footsteps at the Dinosaur Park Münchehagen.
Every September, the Rehburg-Loccum Fairy Tale Days celebrate the region's fairy tales and legends. Throughout the year, costumed guides bring local history to life with entertaining and engaging tours.
Visitors can also explore the town independently by following the Stadtpunkte ("Town Points") heritage trail, which highlights fairy tales, legends, historical landmarks, and scenic viewpoints in every season.
Rehburg-Loccum for Holidaymakers and Day Visitors
At Loccum Monastery, visitors can experience more than 850 years of monastic history and Cistercian tradition. At Dinosaur Park Münchehagen, prehistoric footprints and life-sized dinosaur reconstructions offer a fascinating journey into Earth's distant past.
The historic spa complex Romantik Bad Rehburg, located in the district of Bad Rehburg, is one of Germany's finest examples of an 18th-century spa resort and an outstanding architectural and cultural monument.
Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the Meerbruch Meadows near Winzlar, one of the country's most important breeding and resting areas for migratory birds, offering exceptional opportunities for birdwatching.
Those wishing to explore the region actively can follow the approximately 30-kilometre Dino Tour cycling route, which links many of the area's most important attractions and tells the story of the region's rich natural and cultural heritage.
Additional leisure opportunities include an 18-hole golf course in Loccum, an indoor swimming pool in Rehburg, and the leisure pool in Münchehagen with its 100-metre waterslide.
For a particularly memorable experience, visitors can join one of the entertaining costumed guided tours and immerse themselves in the fascinating stories and history of Rehburg-Loccum.
