Best short trails in Schleswig-Holstein

Panoramic hike across the "green, red and white" North Sea island of Heligoland This is a fantastic and easy tour of the only German high seas island with a few stops at the long Anna, the fish stalls and the duty-free shops. At a good 50 metres above sea level, there are sweeping views over the sea from almost everywhere in good weather. With a bit of luck, harbour seals and grey seals at close range can be spotted. The wealth of flora and fauna is impressive. Highlights: - Local flora...

Family-friendly loop trail near Harrislee, Schleswig-Holstein. The Harrisleer loop trail 5 starts in Kupfermuehle and leads in a relaxed manner through the German-Danish border area. On the Danish side you walk through the Kollunder Forest. Back in Kupfermuehle, it is worth visiting the industrial museum (note seasonal opening times). Highlights of the route: - Industrial Museum Kupfermuehle - Tumulus Raeuberhauptmannsberg - Kollunder Forest - View of the Flensburg Fjord - Krusau

Beautiful route along the Kiellinie, Schleswig-Holstein. A short route along the Kiellinie, which is ideal for strolling and discovering the cultural sights. There are refreshment stops along the way where you can take a break and enjoy the beautiful view. Highlights: - Maritime museum - Kiel Castle - Castle garden - Kiellinie bathing jetty

Varied circular hiking trail in the Hanseatic city of Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein. From the car park at Mühlendamm, the route heads north into the beautiful old town of the Hanseatic city of Lübeck. Passing the cathedral and the Museum of Nature and the Environment, you walk on to St Jacob's Church and the historic castle gate in the north of the old town. The castle gate was built in the late Gothic style and is one of the town's two remaining city gates. From here you walk in an arc back...

Popular circular route on Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein. The Morsum cliff, which is up to 21 metres high, is considered geologically unique. In the nature reserve dominated by brown dunes and heathland, you can see 8 million years of the earth's history with your own eyes thanks to the differently coloured weathered layers. In addition to the view of the ground, the view into the distance is also worthwhile: the panoramic circular route offers great views of the Wadden Sea National Park. The walk...

This relaxed circular route leads through the "green lung" in the east of the fjord town of Flensburg. The trail opens up the diverse park area on the Mürwiker Rücken and runs along wide, flat and well-surfaced park paths, which are lined with old mixed woodland and wide meadows. A central highlight is the striking Mürwik water tower, which towers majestically over the park and is visible from afar as a landmark. The consistently flat route and the uncomplicated nature of the path make this...

Beautiful route on the Prinzeninsel in Schleswig-Holstein. The route starts at the Prinzeninsel car park and leads through a small wooded area to Uranus and on to Neptune. Finally, you reach Empress Auguste's favourite spot with an incredibly beautiful view of the Großer Plöner See. At the southern tip, you can stop for a bite to eat and then walk back along the green western shore. There is a bathing area on the way, which you can use if the weather conditions are favourable. On the way...

Circular hiking trail around the Glücksburg castle pond, Schleswig-Holstein. This beautiful, short walk takes you completely around the castle pond in Glücksburg. Glücksburg Castle was built in the 16th century and can optionally be visited at the start or end of the tour. With no significant differences in altitude, the route is relaxed and easy to walk along paths, past the Rude monastery and through the picturesque castle park. Highlights: - Glücksburg Castle - Castle park with...

Popular circular hiking trail in inland Schleswig-Holstein. The relaxed circular route around the Kleiner Schierensee lake is an experience at any time of year. The circular route starts at the car park near the Wrohe nature campsite on Westensee. There is also a refreshment stop there. The route goes around the lake along idyllic forest paths. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Small Schierensee lake