Best beach trails in Greifswald
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Explore the most popular beach trails near Greifswald with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 3.9 (19)·Easy·11.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrAn outward and return journey along the River Ryck. It starts near the centre of Greifwald and leads to Wieck. It's fun to cross the bridge and walk to the top of the pier overlooking the Danish Wiek. Ideal for a run or bike ride with plenty of places to rest or eat if desired.
- 4.0 (5)·Easy·1.8 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrThe ruins of Eldema Monastery and its remains give an idea of how large the original monastery actually was. The ruins are located in a public park. Information boards have been set up at various points to provide information about the location of the walls and parts of the building and show a schematic layout of the monastery with historical details. An impressive monastery as a witness to history in the present day.
- 4.8 (3)·Easy·10.9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque circular route near Greifswald in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Explore the eastern part of Greifswald on this idyllic circular route. The route runs along the towpath on the River Ryck and leads through the Eldena nature reserve with the Eldena monastery ruins and the town park. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Eldena monastery ruins - Refreshment stops
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·3.7 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrPicturesque, idyllic circular walk around Wieck near Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This idyllic circular walk starts at the neo-Romanesque Bugenhagen church in Wieck, leads over to the banks of the Dänische Wiek, out onto the pier and through the small town centre back to the starting point of the tour. Many wonderful views of the Ryck and Wieck harbour await you along the way. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Picturesque little town of Wieck - Refreshment stops
- 4.1 (3)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPicturesque and idyllic circular route near Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This idyllic circular walk starts at the Wiecker Brücke bridge in the Greifswald district of Eldena and leads through the Eldena nature reserve, which borders directly on the town - a beautiful mixed forest with impressively old and tall trees. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Greifswald?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Greifswald is Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck. This trail is estimated to be 90.0 km long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Greifswald?
Greifswald: With an ascent of 807 m, Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Großes Naturshutzgebiet Eldena Schleife with 143 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult beach trail in Greifswald?
The most popular and difficult beach trail in Greifswald is Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.