On the "Moorland and high-tech dairy farming" tour you'll learn all there is to know about the fully automated, high-tech milk preparation systems of the 21st century. You'll be amazed at how data is recorded for each cow and put onto a chip in the cow's neck. The farmer can then look at the computer screen and see how much each cow has just eaten, for example. Alternatively, you can learn all about the art of butter-making on the northern section of the route through Drochtersen. The tour runs through ancient atmospheric moorland scenery close to the river Elbe. Find out just how it all started with cows on the moors, milk and butter, curds and cheese. This circuit is suitable for cyclists of all ages. Almost all of the farms offer milk-based culinary treats and have special play areas for children. Visitors can stop off at many of the working dairy farms along the way to sample cheese and yoghurt along with homemade cakes and a number of other treats and milk-based products. You can also find out about professional dairy farming or take a dairy farm tour - advance booking is required.
You should take as much time as you need to find out absolutely everything there is to know. For example, what is a herringbone milking parlour? You're sure to find the answer on this tour! And if you don't have a bike, you can hire one. So what are you waiting for! Just follow the mischievous cow "on wheels" and you're on the right track. On this tour, you'll learn all there is to know about the best milk produced by Friesian cows. Milk is healthy and a great source of energy - especially if you are cycling all day long! On the Lower Saxony Milk Route, you'll also see stretches of countryside, verdant meadows and coastal scenery, while enjoying a good dose of healthy North Sea air. Advance booking is required for dairy farm tours and dairy farming courses.