Barefoot Parks in Germany: Leguano Barfußpark in Friedeburg
Want to try something fun in Germany meanwhile getting exercise and treating your feet? Why not try visiting a Barefoot Park (Barfußpark in German). There are several barefoot parks in Germany that are worth visiting. Walk barefoot through several kilometers of trails. There is a catch! The trails are full of materials to step on from painful rocks to slushy mud. It can be painful yet feel so good! One of the better parks in Germany is the Leguano Barfußpark in Friedeburg, Lower Saxony. Learn all about Germany’s barefoot parks and maybe add one into your Germany itinerary for your next visit!
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Germany is one of the only countries I’ve been to that has actual barefoot parks. Doing research, I’ve found that other countries do have barefoot parks, but Germany in particular has some of the best.
If you look at a map of Germany, there are dozens of barefoot parks scattered throughout the country, especially on Germany’s western side. They are found from the southern state of Bavaria all the way north to Schleswig Holstein.
Barfuß Park Bad Sobernheim is a popular one, given it’s location being so close to Frankfurt. This one has river crossings and a variety of terrains to walk barefoot on.
Many of the bigger barefoot parks in Germany have extensive trails that can be several kilometers long. The trails have several different types of material you walk on from sand and mud to mulch and grass.
Barfoot parks are definitely an adventure, bringing you and your family out in nature, walking, and having a lot of fun!
Health Benefits of Barefoot Parks
Not only are barefoot parks fun but it’s also a great form of exercise and has many health benefits.
Walking barefoot and over different terrains has many health benefits. First, being in nature is relaxing and good for the mind.
Walking barefoot helps strengthen the foots arch which in return supports the rest of your legs, knees, and even back.
Think reflexology for the feet. Applying natural pressure to different parts of your feet helps both relax and strengthen your feet.
Some portions of the barefoot trails are painful especially walking over the small and medium sized rocks, but it’s such a freeing and stress reduced feeling once finished.
Leguano Barfußpark
Leguano Barfußpark located in the city of Friedeburg, Lower Saxony, is one of the better barefoot parks in Germany.
Leguano Barfußpark has 8 kilometers of trails which can take anywhere from 1 t o3 hours to complete.
There is a shoe locker here and wash station to kind of clean your feet after walking the barefoot park.
If you walk the trails here at Leguano Barfußpark you will face all kinds of different terrains and surfaces to walk on. You get the opportunity to walk on grass, wood logs, mulch, sand, stones, water, and even a peat pit that is full of mud.
Honestly, walking through the peat was my favorite. Walking through the muddy water was fun, kind of gross, but felt great on the feet. Then the sand and mulch feels really good. The stones are a tad painful, it’s really hard to walk normal on the stones. But hey, whether it’s painful stones or muddy peat it’s all great for the feet and overall exercise.
Getting to the Park
Getting to Leguano Barfußpark is somewhat tricky because you can’t actually park there. Instead, you need to park further down the road. Don’t worry, there is a free shuttle us that takes visitors back and forth.
If you type in Leguano Barfußpark in Google maps the pin actually takes you to the correct parking lot right by a local cafe.
The quick 5 minute or so shuttle bus ride will drop you off directly at the park.
Admission and Hours
Admission
Up to 6 Years Old – Free
Ages 7 – 17 – €4.50
18 Years and older – €9.50
Hours
Open April until the end of September.
April – May: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 10:00 am – 18:00
June – August: Monday – Sunday 10:00 am – 18:00
September: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 10:00am – 18:00
**For the latest information on admission and hours, it is recommended to visit the official Leguano Barfußpark website.
Conclusion
When visiting Germany, why not try something new? Find the nearest barefoot park and if in northern Germany specifically in the state of Lower Saxony, go to Leguano Barfußpark. Do your mind and your feet a favor. Walking the trails at barefoot parks not only is a great nature escape but the health benefits are worth it.
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