Best backpacking trails in Kiel
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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Kiel 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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- 4.7 (26)·Easy·8.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful hike on the Kiel Fjord, Schleswig-Holstein. The route leads along the banks of the Kiel Fjord and through picturesque villages and ports, along sandy beaches and past wonderful vantage points. It is suitable for a hike and can also be ridden by bike. A section along the Laboe naval ammunition depot may be temporarily closed during ammunition transport. Information on this can be found on information boards directly on the Fördewanderweg or via an information hotline. Sections...
- 4.8 (8)·Hard·76.8 km·Est. 15–16 hrVaried route on the Kiel Fjord, Schleswig-Holstein. This beautiful route starts at Kiel Central Station and leads along the Kiel Fjord to Laboe. Here you can visit the U 995 submarine memorial, for example. There are places to stop for refreshments in the villages. Highlights: - U-boat memorial U995 - Möltenort submarine memorial - Heikendorf seaside bathing establishment - Heikendorf Art Museum near the route
- 3.4 (4)·Moderate·84 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrBeautiful cycle tour along the coast in Schleswig-Holstein. The varied route starts in the state capital of Kiel, right by the main railway station, and leads through the harbour area to the north-east of the city. There are good views of the Kiel Fjord along the way. From Laboe, the route runs close to the Baltic Sea coast for a long time. In good weather, the beach sections invite you to take a refreshing dip in the sea. Once you arrive at the Seelendorf inland lake, the route continues...
- Moderate·29.6 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried tour in Schleswig-Holstein. This KulturSpur leads from the Kiel area to the north of the city. It takes you to the "Danish Wohld" area - where you can discover many traces of Danish-German history. The tour also focuses on contemporary places, for example the meeting houses of the Sydslesvigsk Forening (SSF, South Schleswig Association), where you can learn about community life and Danish culture in the Kiel region. Highlights: - Canal pack house - Knoop Manor House - Friedrichsort...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Kiel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Kiel is Kiel - Hohwacht - Lensahn. This trail is estimated to be 84.2 km long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Kiel?
Kiel: With an ascent of 449 m, Kiel - Hohwacht - Lensahn has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is From Kiel to Eckernförde Bay with 337 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Kiel?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Kiel is Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 3: Kiel - Oldenburg with a 4.8-star rating from 8 reviews.
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