Best wildlife trails in Jasmund National Park
The Jasmund National Park is located on the Jasmund peninsula in the north-east of the island of Rügen in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The protected area stretches from Sassnitz in the south to Lohme in the north. It is famous for the largest chalk cliffs in Germany, the Königsstuhl, which rise 118 metres into the air, and a 500-metre-wide area of the Baltic Sea directly in front of the beach.
With an area of 3,070 hectares, the national park is the smallest national park in Germany and is characterised by its chalk-white cliffs and beech forests. These quaint old beech forests in the heart of the national park have been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The forests partly enclose moors and springs. Many partners support and ensure that this unique nature is preserved for future generations.
Due to its location on the Baltic Sea, it is an excellent place to observe various bird species. The Hochuferweg trail is particularly popular with hikers, offering magnificent views of the cliffs and the Baltic Sea and allowing you to immerse yourself in the beautiful beech forest. Cycling through the shady forest is also a pleasure with some beautiful cycle path options.
Top sights
Top trails
- 4.7 (97)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular panoramic hiking trail in the Jasmund National Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This much-visited hiking trail follows the blue bar markings. It starts in Sassnitz at the end of Weddingstraße at the entrance to the park and leads northwards along the beautiful Baltic Sea coast to Lohme. There are spectacular views of the Baltic Sea and the famous chalk cliffs. The route crosses ancient, magnificent beech forests, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is possible to descend...
- 4.6 (76)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular circular route in the Jassmund National Park on Rügen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The circular route through the UNESCO World Heritage Jasmund National Park on the largest and most popular Baltic Sea island of Rügen offers some of the most beautiful views in Germany. From Sassnitz, you can take the bus to the park entrance or travel by car. From there, the trail leads through beautiful beech forest with some impressive views of the chalk cliffs of the unique steep coast (be...
- 4.5 (82)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrIdyllic hike in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Jasmund Nature Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Hagen car park bus stop). For those arriving by car, there are paid parking facilities at the starting point. There are also places to stop for refreshments. The route starts in the east of Hagen and heads east towards the beautiful Victoria View and the famous Königstuhl (entrance fee for sightseeing) on the Baltic coast of Rügen. The route...
- 4.7 (21)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrCharming circular hike from Hagen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This hike starts in Hagen at the "Königsstuhl National Park Centre" car park, which is subject to a charge, and makes a beautiful loop. It goes past the old peat bog in a northerly direction until shortly before Ranzow. From there, the trail leads to the Hochuferweg and with magnificent views of the Baltic Sea to the famous Königsstuhl chalk cliff, which can be visited for a fee. From there, continue along the Hochuferweg past the...
- 4.9 (34)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular and scenic circular route in the Jasmund National Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This circular trail first leads along the Hochuferweg trail from Lohme and then back to Lohme via a different route. You won't get bored here. The Hochuferweg, which leads through the World Heritage beech forest, offers marvellous views of the Baltic Sea and the chalk cliffs. Finally, the Stubbenkammer is reached and with it the National Park Centre. The park's landmark, the Königsstuhl, can be...
- 4.6 (18)·Hard·26.2 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrPopular hike in the Jasmund National Park on the Baltic Sea island of Rügen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The Jasmund National Park is known for its unique chalk cliff formations and the natural beech forests, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The entire route from Lohme to Sassnitz leads along the cliffs through marvellous beech forest with several beach options. The most famous views are the Königstuhl, the Wissower Klinken and the Auguste-Victoria view. In Sassnitz, it is...
- 4.9 (7)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic section of the Rügen coast route tour, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Stage 2 of the great long-distance hiking trail leads from Sassnitz to Lohme. It goes along the Hochuferweg, following the blue bar as a marker. It offers a spectacular view of the Baltic Sea and the famous chalk cliffs. Ancient, magnificent beech forests are traversed, which are part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage. The famous Königsstuhl is also on the route. To visit the most famous chalk cliff, you have...
- 4.6 (14)·Hard·20.6 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPanoramic circular route in the Jasmund National Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This is a truly magnificent hike through the Jasmund National Park. The route not only leads along some of Rügen's most popular attractions, such as the famous chalk cliff "Königsstuhl", but also enchants with great views of the Baltic Sea and a route through the Stubnitz beech forest in Jasmund National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the Königsstuhl National Park Centre car park, which is...
- 3.8 (4)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular cycle route through the Jasmund National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The cycle path through the national park begins in Sassnitz at the paid car park "Kreidefelsen". The well-maintained path is easy to cycle through the beautiful shady beech forest. From Buddenhagener Stern, you can take a detour to the UNESCO World Heritage Forum on the designated cycle path. Otherwise, continue towards Hagen and the Königsstuhl National Park Centre (admission charge applies). To enjoy more...
- 4.1 (4)·Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly hike near Gummanz, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. From the parking lot it is only a few meters to the Chalk Museum Rügen. The interactive exhibition conveys interesting facts about the origin, structure and use of chalk. An interesting nature trail runs along the protected biotope to the "Kleinen Königsstuhl". The natural development in the disused chalk quarries can be followed along the circular route from the Chalk Museum. From the "beautiful view" you have the best view of...
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Visitor info
Accessibility
Facilities
The National Park Centre is located at the famous Königsstuhl in the Stubbenkammer. Here, an adventure exhibition and a World Heritage cinema provide up-close impressions of the national park. The centre is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm from November to March. April, May, September and October the centre is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm. From June to August the centre is open from 9 am to 7 pm. The last admission to the multivision cinema is 20 minutes before closing time and the last admission to the exhibition is 1 hour before closing time. The visitor centre costs admission.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Jasmund National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail to hike in Jasmund National Park is Hochuferweg Jasmund, which has a 4.7 star rating from 97 reviews. This trail is 11.9 km long with an elevation gain of 371 m.
What is the longest wildlife trail in Jasmund National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Jasmund National Park is Lohme - Weltnaturerbe Buchenwälde - Sassnitz. This trail is estimated to be 26.2 km long.
How many wildlife trails are in Jasmund National Park?
There are 12 wildlife trails in Jasmund National Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.5-star ratingfrom 361 AllTrails community reviews.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Jasmund National Park?
Lohme - Weltnaturerbe Buchenwälde - Sassnitz has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 723 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hagen - World Natural Heritage Beech Forests of the Stubnitz - Sassnitz, which has 600 m of elevation gain.
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Points of interest
- Wissower Klinken
- Karin-Christiane-Sicht
- Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Aussicht
- Herthaburg
- Skywalk Königsstuhl
- Victoria-Sicht
- Großsteingrab Sassnitz-Waldhalle 1
- Auguste-Viktoria-Sicht
- Wissower Klinken
- Königsstuhl
- Großsteingrab Hagen-Stubnitz 1
- Königsstuhl
- Opferstein Quoltitz
- Lenzberg
- Herthabuche
- Ehemaliges Leuchtfeuer Ranzow
- Großsteingrab Sassnitz-Waldhalle 2
- Naturcamping Rügen
- Kleiner Königsstuhl