At 528 metres, the region's highest point is the Grosse Blösse in Solling. The Solling-Vogler nature reserve covering an area of around 53,000 hectares between the Harz and Weserbergland hills, together with north Germany's largest enclosed area of hills covered with mixed forests, is a paradise for stags and roe deer, wild boar and mouflon sheep, as well as a host of rare flora. There are many footpaths and cycle trails leading to a number of places of cultural or historical interest and leisure facilities. The Hochsolling region offers a particular challenge for mountainbikers in search of adventure. The traces of human activity left behind in the nature reserve - such as common woodlands which look like the setting for a fairytale, or disused glassworks hidden away in the forest - have been a source of inspiration for countless tales and legends. The region was once the home of princes and monks, which is why you'll find important secular and religious buildings dotted throughout the nature reserve. Places of historical interest include Fürstenberg Palace with the Duke of Braunschweig's former porcelain factory and Hämelschenburg Castle between Hamlyn and Bad Pyrmont, one of the most magnificent examples of Weser Renaissance architecture. Not to mention the romantic village churches and 1,000-year-old Fischbeck Abbey near Hessisch-Oldendorf.
Dating from the 13th century, the former Augustinian convent in Wennigsen (Deister) is also well worth a visit. Today, it is run by the Order of St. John of Jerusalem and offers accommodation to visitors. Other attractions include Amelungsborn and Corvey abbeys and Bevern Castle. Fürstenberg is famous for its porcelain factory, the small village of Fredelsloh for its potteries and the village of Delliehausen for its charcoal kilns. The natural attractions to explore in this fascinating region include the Steinhude Lake nature reserve, which covers an area of 30 square kilometres, has two artificially created islands and is a fantastic location for water sports enthusiasts, as well as Münden and Weserbergland-Schaumburg-Hamlyn nature reserves. You'll find romantic windmills, watermills and treadmills in the northernmost point of the region. The amazing "Westphalian Mills Route" open-air museum is also well worth a visit. The Weserbergland hills – a truly inspirational experience. A holiday in this region is still a bit of an insider's tip. With a whole host of natural attractions to be explored on foot or by bike, it's easy to forget all your cares, wind down and relax. The perfect way to say goodbye to your stress and recharge your batteries. This region has something to suit absolutely every taste. And the Weserbergland hills are always open to visitors.