Best lake trails in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park
The Western Pomerania Lagoon National Park includes Baltic Sea and lagoon waters as well as land areas in Western Pomerania. With an area of 78,600 hectares, it is officially the largest national park in Germany. The two islands of Rügen and Darß-Zingst are probably the best-known regions within the national park.
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- 4.4 (35)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular, scenic hiking trail in the Vorpommerische-Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The hike leads along the lighthouse trail to the famous lighthouse. On this hike, you walk through the rustic Darßwald forest, along the cliffs, always with a view of the Baltic Sea. Highlights of the hike: - Dunes - Baltic Sea view - Western edge of the Darß
- 4.8 (9)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrWonderful circular route on the Darß, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The starting point for the short hike is the Natureum at the Darßer lighthouse. Here is lots to learn about the marine world and the habitats of the national park and its inhabitants. The lighthouse offers a breathtaking view over the national park and anyone who visits the Natureum can also stop off at the café there. The hike leads through alder forests, over boardwalks through the dunes and to several viewpoints. With a...
- 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,...
- 4.8 (20)·Moderate·42.3 kmThis is the route of the Dar Marathon. Please note the road traffic regulations. It is possible that some parts of this route have been closed especially for the marathon and are now integrated back into normal road traffic. The marathon route leads through the Darß primeval forest, but also through Born a Darß, Ahrenshoop and Prerow.
- 4.6 (14)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This beautiful route links some of the Darß's top attractions. From the Baltic seaside resort of Prerow, you walk through the Darß primeval forest to Darßer Ort. The Natureum is well worth a visit here. Afterwards, follow the popular Darßer Ort circular hiking trail and then return to Prerow along the path you have already taken. Highlights of the hike: - Darß primeval forest - Darßer...
- 5.0 (7)·Hard·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe hike begins north of Kloster, at the Dornbusch National Park access area. Bicycles should be left in the bicycle parking area. Up the hill, a paved road leads to the legendary Inselblick, which offers views from the Bodden across the southern part of the island to the open Baltic Sea. The church spires of the Hanseatic city of Stralsund greet you from the horizon. Shortly afterwards, you reach the lighthouse. From the gallery you have a breathtaking view over the national park, as far as...
- 3.9 (8)·Easy·31.5 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPicturesque cycle tour around the car-free island of Hiddensee in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The route starts in Vitte and leads through the villages of Grieben, Kloster and Neuendorf, offering beautiful views of the region time and again. From the lighthouse in Hiddensee, you can enjoy a unique panoramic view of the entire island, the Bodden and the Baltic Sea. There are numerous rest and refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Vitte with Gerhart Hauptmann House - Monastery -...
- 4.4 (10)·Moderate·34.1 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrScenic cycle tour in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. On this beautiful cycle tour, the Baltic Sea is (almost) always in view. From the Baltic seaside resort of Prerow, the route leads through the Darß primeval forest and then along the coast to Graal-Müritz. This route is also suitable for jogging. There are refreshment stops along the way. The course can be reached by bus and train (bus stop "Darßmuseum" in Prerow, railway station in...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·25.7 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular cycle tour in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This cycle tour leads from Born am Darß to the Darßer Ort lighthouse and back again. If you would like to shorten the tour, you can skip the detour on the Mittelweg to Süder Bramhakensee. After the tour, you can stop off at the Walfischhaus organic restaurant (booking is recommended). Highlights of the tour: - Sea views - Darß primeval forest - Lighthouse - Darßer Ort Nature Centre (optional)
- 4.3 (9)·Moderate·21.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route is a longer option for those who want to explore more of the Darss primeval forest and also reach the lighthouse and the beach. Great for birdwatching, of course! Highlights: - Path through the dunes - Plank path circular path lighthouse - Darßer Ort harbour - Western Pomerania Lagoon National Park - Beach off Prerow
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best lake trail to hike in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park is Darßer Ort via Leuchtturmweg, which has a 4.4 star rating from 35 reviews. This trail is 13.5 km long with an elevation gain of 87 m.
What is the longest lake trail in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park is Zingst - Stralsund - Barth. This trail is estimated to be 95.6 km long.
How many lake trails are in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park?
There are 19 lake trails in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park.These lake trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 161 AllTrails community reviews.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Western-Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park?
Runde ab Prerow durch Darßer Wald has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 395 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Darss Marathon, which has 331 m of elevation gain.
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