Buy and Sell Private Hunting Grounds
Hunting grounds nationwide and in neighboring countries
If you’d like to purchase a private hunting property or sell your hunting grounds, Greif & Meyer will guide you through the process—from appraising the land to the notary appointment. Our team of experts has a thorough understanding of hunters’ needs and has successfully brokered numerous hunting grounds.
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Buying Your Own Hunting Ground: What Defines a Private Hunting Ground
Under the Federal Hunting Act, contiguous tracts of land totaling at least 75 hectares that are owned solely by one owner constitute a private hunting district. The federal states may set higher minimum sizes; in mountainous areas, the minimum is sometimes several hundred hectares. The owner decides for himself whether to hunt on the property or lease the hunting grounds and is not dependent on a hunting association, as is the case with a communal hunting district.
For buyers, this means that when they purchase the land, they also acquire the hunting rights. The price of a private hunting ground is therefore composed of the value of the land—usually forest, farmland, or grassland—and the hunting value, which is determined by the game population, hunting grounds infrastructure, and location.
Examples of typical private hunts
Classic Forest Hunting Ground
Purely forested hunting grounds typically contain roe deer, wild boar, and other small game species such as foxes and hares. In some hunting grounds, there are also red deer, fallow deer, or mouflon, which significantly increases demand. At the same time, the forestry operation generates revenue from forest management.
Exclusively Small Game Hunting Ground
Areas dedicated exclusively to small game are generally part of agricultural land or entire farms large enough to serve as private hunting grounds (> 75 ha). Ownership provides a wide range of opportunities to shape and improve the habitat of our small game species, such as hares, pheasants, partridges, and foxes. At the same time, these areas generate income from the owners’ own agricultural operations or from leasing the land.
Mixed field-and-forest hunting grounds with hunting lodge
In mixed hunting grounds consisting of forests, fields, and, in some cases, bodies of water, other small game and, where applicable, waterfowl are also found. If the property includes a hunting lodge, a forester’s house, or a spacious hunting estate, the hunting ground also becomes a (second) residence—as was the case with a spacious mill estate featuring extensive private hunting grounds that we brokered in 2026.
What Determines the Value of a Private Hunting Ground
Two hunting grounds of the same size can differ in price by a factor of several times, because in addition to the value of the forests and fields, four hunting-related factors come into play.
Wildlife Species and Populations
Red deer, fallow deer, and wild boar make a hunting ground particularly attractive to big-game hunters, while roe deer and small game can be found almost everywhere. A healthy population, as evidenced by the hunting quotas from recent years, attests to the quality of the hunting ground.
Area and Parcel Consolidation
A contiguous, well-defined hunting ground is worth more than a scattered area that is just slightly larger than the minimum size. The proportions of forest, fields, and water also determine which game is present.
District Facilities
Existing hunting stands, hunting platforms, game fields, a game room, and a hunting or forest lodge save the buyer years of construction work, which is why their condition is also factored into the appraisal.
Location and Peacefulness
Proximity to metropolitan areas increases demand, but also the pressure on the area from hikers and horseback riders. A quiet hunting ground without heavily trafficked trails is therefore more valuable for hunting.
There are more people looking for private hunting grounds than there are available ones.
Sell Your Own Hunting Grounds
If you’d like to sell your hunting grounds, we’ll use our many years of experience and professional expertise to assess the value of your agricultural and forested land, as well as its hunting potential. We’ll then present the hunting grounds to financially sound prospective buyers who are a good fit—such as local hunters, business families, forestry operations, or foundations. We can also handle this confidentially upon request. Thanks to our 30 years of market presence, we maintain an extensive database of pre-registered prospective buyers for private hunting grounds.
Frequently Asked Questions About Private Hunting
Here, we answer the questions we're asked most often. If you'd like to know more, please call us or send us a message.
A private hunting ground is a hunting district owned by a single individual. According to Section 7 of the Federal Hunting Act, the requirement is that the land consist of contiguous areas suitable for agricultural, forestry, or fisheries use totaling at least 75 hectares. The owner may hunt on the property himself, provided he holds a hunting license, or may lease the hunting ground.
The Federal Hunting Act requires a minimum of 75 hectares of contiguous land under a single owner. The states may increase this minimum size; in Bavaria, it is approximately 82 hectares, and in high-altitude mountain regions, 300 hectares. Public trails, roads, and railroad lines generally do not break up the contiguity of the land.
The majority of the price is accounted for by the value of the land—that is, the forests, farmland, and grasslands. Added to this is the hunting-related value derived from the game population, facilities, and location. Because the minimum size required for purchase is 75 hectares, private hunting grounds typically cost in the seven-figure range. For a specific hunting ground, we can provide you with a realistic price range.
Yes, ownership of the land is not tied to a hunting license. To hunt, you need a valid hunting license; otherwise, you must lease the hunting grounds or hire someone authorized to hunt. In any case, hunting must take place on the hunting grounds because hunting rights are tied to the obligation to manage the game population.
Private hunting grounds are rarely listed publicly because many sellers prefer discretion. If you submit your search profile to us—including your preferred region, size, game species, and whether you’d like a hunting lodge included—we’ll notify you as soon as a suitable hunting ground comes up for sale. One example of such an offering was a 141-hectare hunting ground with forests and lakes located ten minutes from the outskirts of Cologne.
Greif & Meyer arranges private hunting leases throughout Germany and in neighboring countries. Our properties include, for example, hunting grounds in the Eifel, the Harz Mountains, the Sauerland, and the Uckermark. We have also arranged hunting grounds in the Allgäu, the Heathlands, and Schleswig-Holstein.
Analysis of Private Hunting Grounds
Buying agricultural and forested land the size of a private hunting ground means keeping track of many factors. An analysis we prepare for you will reveal what a hunting ground actually has to offer:
- Quality, usability and profitability of forest stands and agricultural land
- Habitat Quality for Local Wildlife Species
- Type, Scope, and Condition of Hunting Facilities
- Legal frameworks such as nature conservation regulations
- Accessibility, infrastructure and connections
- Recreational Pressure and Visitor Frequency
Support from Site Assessment to Management
Purchasing your own hunting property requires knowledge of the hunting potential, the legal framework, and long-term management options. That’s why we guide you from the initial site assessment through ongoing management, and we’ll be candid with you about what’s feasible and what isn’t.
We analyze all relevant factors for you so that your decision is based on a solid foundation, both financially and in terms of substance. Together, we’ll find the hunting grounds that are right for you—whether as a private retreat for hunting or as a prestigious property with a social function.
A Network of Hunting, Forestry, and Nature Conservation
A private hunting ground can only reach its full potential with clear procedures and direct access to the right expertise. Over the years, we have built up a network of experts in hunting, forestry, and nature conservation—including wildlife biologists for population analyses, lawyers for hunting law issues, and planners for hunting ground design.
We bring these experts together so that your idea can be turned into a fully functional, comprehensive concept, with clear processes and direct access to specialized knowledge.
Hunting and Nature Experiences
Private hunting grounds are biodiverse habitats and places where you can experience nature in ways that will stay with you forever. Greif & Meyer shares your enthusiasm for hunting and develops solutions that take both hunting and ecological needs into account—whether revitalizing existing hunting grounds, creating new habitats, or implementing sustainable game management.
Responsibility for Your Territory
By managing your own hunting grounds, you take responsibility for the game population and the natural areas associated with it. A hunting ground intended for long-term use must take future requirements into account from the very beginning.
We’ll help you develop a hunting territory that meets your expectations and complies with both environmental and legal standards—from planning through to implementation in full compliance with the law.
Our Services for Your Private Hunting Grounds
For your hunting grounds, we’ll assist you with a valuation and site analysis, develop a plan for purchase or lease, and support you with permits and regulatory procedures. We’ll guide you through negotiations and the transaction process until completion, and we’ll work with you to develop a long-term strategy for managing your hunting grounds.
We will be happy to help you!
Do you have any questions about your property or would you like a market value assessment? We are here for you! Greif & Meyer provides you with professional support for the sale and all matters relating to your property. Use our contact form or get in touch with us directly - we look forward to hearing from you!