Best lake trails in Halle

This hike leads around the Hufeisensee, a former mining pit in the east of Halle, which is now a popular local recreation area. The trail follows a well-maintained circular route, always within sight of the water. A particular highlight is the lake's eponymous horseshoe shape, which creates a varied backdrop with a central peninsula and wooded shoreline zones. Great crested grebes, coots and various species of gulls can be observed in the reed belts and on the water surfaces.

Family-friendly circular route in the Lower Saale Valley Nature Park. This tour leads around the Heidesee and starts at the Halle-Nietleben train station. There are parking spaces for cars near the train station. The tour offers many beautiful lake views and swimming opportunities for the summer. Refreshments are available on the route and near the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - rope course - playground - Bathing opportunity

10th section of the official long-distance cycle route through Germany from the Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria (D-Route 11) The D-Route D11 (Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria) runs along the entire route from Rostock to Freilassing in Bavaria. The route generally runs along tarmac roads with little traffic. The long-distance cycle route is partly signposted with the D11 logo (half a wheel and "11" on a red background), but in some places there are only signs for local cycle paths.

Scenic cycle tour in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt. This idyllic tour starts in Halle and leads to the Geiseltalsee. At almost 19 square kilometres, the Geiseltalsee is the largest artificial lake in Germany. There are many leisure and recreational facilities along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Lake Geiseltal ------------------------------------------------------- Further information: https://www.geiseltalsee.de.

Popular nature trail in the Lower Saale Valley Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt. The Dölauer Heide nature trail consists of two parts, which can be walked individually or together. Nature trail Dölauer Heide Part I starts at the Waldkater and ends at the Heidebahnhof Halle (Saale). Dölauer Heide nature trail part II starts at the Heide railway station and leads to the Heidesee lake. The nature trail does not only focus on natural attractions. The route leads past a stone cist grave from the...

This long connecting route between the baroque town of Weißenfels, the harbour of Mücheln and the tranquil surroundings of Schlettau shows the impressive transformation of the Geiseltal. The trail leads through a landscape that was once Europe's largest open-cast lignite mining area and is now home to the Geiseltalsee, Germany's largest artificial lake. Hikers and cyclists pass the "Most Beautiful Wine View 2020" with panoramic views over the vineyards that thrive on the former spoil tips....