Best scenic driving trails in Germany
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Explore the most popular scenic driving trails in Germany with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 5.0 (29)·Moderate·21.1 kmAdventurous, prestigious car tour in Nürburg, Rhineland-Palatinate. This beautiful tour is a driving route that takes you around the Nürburgring near Nürburg. Highlights of the tour: - Driving on the iconic Nürburgring - detour to the Nürburg - Unique race track in wooded areas
- 5.0 (9)·Hard·34 km·Est. 9–10 hrVaried circular tour near Schwerin. The tour starts at Schwerin's main railway station. From here, you can continue your journey by train after the tour. Cycle anti-clockwise around Lake Schwerin. You cycle past Schwerin Zoo to Zippendorf and also pass castles and palaces. The route continues via Leezen and Rampe. Take care on the main road on the northern shore! Back in Schwerin, you can discover the beautiful old town and find a restaurant or café to relax in. Highlights: - Reppin...
- 4.7 (16)·Easy·30.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrScenic circular tour across the Darß, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. After a relaxing drive over the dyke along the Bodden, you reach the village of Wieck a. Darß. The centre of the village invites you to linger in the National Park Information and Guest Centre Darßer Arche, which presents an exhibition about the National Park to interested visitors. The Darß tour leads past the Wieck harbour and over the Südkaten and through the meadow landscape on paved paths back to the starting point,...
- 4.6 (13)·Moderate·32.2 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrFrom the village of Zingst, the path leads over the dyke north of the Osterwald forest into the national park. The Baltic Sea peeks through the coastal dune forest from time to time. A short detour is possible at the Wieker Weg beach crossing. The small national park exhibition in the Sundische Wiese is a must-see. It provides information about the habitats of the national park and gives an insight into the life of the crane. Afterwards, follow the dyke eastwards to Pramort with a constant...
- 4.3 (9)·Moderate·15.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrExtensive circular route on the Wadden Sea, Schleswig-Holstein This beautiful, easy tour is suitable for young and old. The route starts in Husum where the old town there can be explored. Then it's across the outer harbour and over the dykes to the Holstein Wadden Sea. The route continues via Schobüll, Halebüll, Wobbenbüll and Hattstedt to Hockensbüll and back to the starting point. There are good public transport connections to and from Husum. Highlight: - Husum Castle - Castle park -...
- 3.5 (12)·Hard·31.9 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis picturesque journey begins in the historic fishing village of Neuendorf and stretches across the car-free Söte Länneken Hiddensee. The route provides a holistic overview of the island's diverse landscapes, from the salt marshes in the south to the hilly dune heath in the centre. You can expect a change from paved village roads to soft sandy paths through the dunes and firm forest paths near the coast. Hiddensee has an eventful history as a retreat for famous intellectuals such as Albert...
- 4.0 (6)·Moderate·33.6 km·Est. 9–10 hrPopular and scenic mountain bike tour near Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatinate. The MTB tour starts from Vogelweh to Nanstein Castle. Technical single trails, challenging climbs and rapid descents make this tour particularly varied. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment stops
- 4.4 (9)·Moderate·21.1 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThe archaeological circular trail is a signposted circular cycle route covering around 23 kilometres and leads to important sites and archaeological monuments from prehistoric and early historical periods in the municipality of Seeon-Seebruck. Parts of the trail can also be hiked. The start and finish is the Bedaium Roman Museum in Seebruck. The archaeological circular route leads along quiet roads and paths through beautiful countryside. There are 11 stations at archaeological sites along...
- 4.7 (7)·Easy·11.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFrom the start, the route leads through the Gnitz nature reserve to the Weißer Berg viewpoint. From there you have a wonderful view of the cliffs and the Achterwasser. Through the forest to the megalithic passage grave at Lütow and from there to the brick church at Netzelkow. Return along the dyke with a view of the Achterwasser.
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What national parks in Germany have scenic driving trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in Germany. Lower Oder Valley National Park is home to 1 scenic driving trails with an average 5.0 star rating from 4 community reviews. Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park has 6 scenic driving trails with an average 3.4 star rating from 51 community reviews. Saxon Switzerland National Park has 2 scenic driving trails with an average 3.6 star rating from 14 community reviews.
Which scenic driving trail has the most elevation gain in Germany?
Germany: With an ascent of 13,602 m, Von Tieringen nach Wunstorf has the most elevation gain of all of the scenic driving trails in the area. The next highest ascent for scenic driving trails is Hochtannbergrunde ab Sonthofen with 11,204 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult scenic driving trail in Germany?
The most popular and difficult scenic driving trail in Germany is Loop around Lake Schwerin with a 5.0-star rating from 9 reviews.
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