Best wildlife trails in Fehmarn
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- 3.9 (11)·Easy·8.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrClose-to-nature hike in Flügge on Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein. A wonderful hike along the coast and through the Wallnau/Fehmarn nature reserve. You will pass the NABU water bird sanctuary Wallnau, where there is also a bistro. Highlights: - NABU Waterfowl Reserve Wallnau - Views of the sea - Höpner woods - Beach - Refreshment stop
- 5.0 (7)·Easy·9.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrCircular route close to nature on Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein. A wonderful hike below and above the cliffs on Fehmarn - the cliffs are also known as the stone box of Fehmarn and are subject to constant change. In the summer months, can of course also plan a stop for a swim. Highlights: - Urdolmen from Katharinenhof - Great views of the Baltic Sea
- 4.4 (7)·Moderate·16.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVersatile hike on the island of Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein. The hike, which requires sturdy footwear, starts at the campsite in Katharinenhof. At the forest pavilion, the route leads through the coastal Norderholz to the beach. The Fehmarn ground moraine, formed by the last ice age glaciers, can be seen here in the form of the cliffs. Tarraston lenses are embedded in the cliff. The route will reach the 72-metre-high radar tower of the naval station near the beach. A bit further south is a...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·34.3 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrNature-oriented circular walk in the bird reserve, Schleswig-Holstein. A wonderful circular walk in the Wallnau waterfowl reserve - this is the right place for anyone who loves wild birds and open landscapes. Over 280 different bird species can be observed here throughout the year, including little terns and red-necked grebes. The tour starts at the information centre, where you can also view an exhibition. You can stop for a bite to eat in the NABU bistro and in Orth. Highlights: - NABU...
- 4.0 (3)·Easy·10.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe hike begins in Teschendorf. At the southern end of the village, first turn right. Instead of following the road to Westerbergen, you walk along narrow grass paths towards the beach. When you reach the dyke, turn left and after approx. 1 km you will reach Gold. After another kilometre, you can visit the Alwerstein, a megalithic tomb. Continue along the dyke past the campsite and you will reach the Strukkamphuk beacon. After another 400 metres along the dyke, you reach a tarmac path...
- 3.0 (1)·Easy·24.5 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrStarting point: St Peter's Church in Landkirchen The vaulted, three-aisled brick hall of St Peter's Church in Landkirchen was built as a seafaring church in the mid-13th century in the early Gothic style. The free-standing, wooden bell tower from the 17th century is particularly worth seeing. The pulpit and the model of a warship (around 1617) hanging from the ceiling are also striking. Below the nave is an octagonal, goblet-shaped baroque font from 1735, decorated with cherubs' heads, angel...
- 2.6 (2)·Moderate·26.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrScenic circular tour on Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein. Starting from the village pond in Petersdorf, the route leads along well-maintained farm tracks on the northern edge of the village past Kopendorf towards Bojendorf. Here you can make a detour to the Wallnau waterfowl reserve. Over 60 bird species find their habitats in the scenic diversity of the beach, copses, meadows, reed beds and ponds. A nature reserve has been developed from the cultural landscape of a pond estate through intensive...
- Moderate·18.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried round tour on Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein. The starting point is the village pond in Petersdorf. Leave Petersdorf to the north-east and follow the tarmac road at signpost 4/2, turning south via Gollendorf and Neuhof to Lemkenhafen. Take care when crossing the main road. Lemkenhafen used to have its own town charter. The town coat of arms at the time showed a lamb striding to the left with a Holstein nettle leaf. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Lemkenhafen was a lively trading...
- Easy·23.2 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrStarting point: village square in Lemkendorf Lemkendorf is a typical example of the type of village that is common on Fehmarn, the so-called fortress village. This is a compact street village, in the centre of which the street widens into a rectangular square. The villages were originally surrounded by a low fieldstone wall. There were gates at the entrance and exit to the village (hence the name "Forta") so that cattle could be kept in the square at night. Street names ending in "-dor",...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest wildlife trail in Fehmarn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Fehmarn is Tour in the water bird reserve. This trail is estimated to be 34.3 km long.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Fehmarn?
Fehmarn: With an ascent of 219 m, Tour in the water bird reserve has the most elevation gain of all of the wildlife trails in the area. The next highest ascent for wildlife trails is Bike tour no. 1 - Dike Tour with Detour to Wallnau with 179 m of elevation gain.
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- Orther Bucht
- Großsteingrab Albertsdorf
- Schutzhütte
- Strandcamping Wallnau
- Salzteich
- Burger See
- Camping Flügger Strand
- Burgruine Glambek
- Tümmler
- Liegeplatz "Princess of Schwanitz"
- Urdolmen von Katharinenhof
- Minicamping Kleingarn
- Strand Fehmarnsund
- Flügger Watt
- Orth-Hütte
- Südstrand
- FKK Strand Wallnau
- Fastensee
- Sulsdorfer Wiek
- FKK Strand Avendorf