Best historic site trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
The Usedom Island Nature Park covers almost the entire area of Germany's most popular holiday island, Usedom. The diversity of habitats provides suitable living conditions for numerous (endangered) animal and plant species. Hardly anywhere else can you find so many different types of landscape in such a small area: Baltic Sea beaches and inland coasts, lakes and moors, beech forests and dune pines combine with small villages in an old cultural landscape to create a mosaic that surprises with its diversity.
Top sights
Top trails
- 4.0 (16)·Moderate·22.4 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPicturesque circular route near Heringsdorf in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This picturesque tour along the coastal promenade leads from the Baltic seaside resort of Heringsdorf to the Polish town of Swinoujscie. The splendid colours of the maritime landscape, the scent of the flora on the dunes and the numerous promenade cafés alone make this tour particularly attractive. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshment stops
- 4.7 (10)·Moderate·24.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPanoramic circular trail in the Usedom Island Nature Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This cross-border hiking, running or cycling tour starts in Heringsdorf on the German island of Usedom. The turning point is the Mühlbake in the Polish town of Swinemünde (Świnoujście). The landmark of the spa town on the Baltic Sea was built back in 1874. Both the city centre and the spa district of Świnoujście are home to all kinds of sights, such as the historic town hall (with fishing museum) and...
- 4.7 (7)·Easy·11.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrFrom the start, the route leads through the Gnitz nature reserve to the Weißer Berg viewpoint. From there you have a wonderful view of the cliffs and the Achterwasser. Through the forest to the megalithic passage grave at Lütow and from there to the brick church at Netzelkow. Return along the dyke with a view of the Achterwasser.
- 4.0 (7)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming circular walk near Mellenthin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The loop begins at Mellenthin moated castle, which was built in the 16th century. After a chequered history, the castle now houses a hotel with gastronomy, its own brewery and a coffee roastery. The route leads from there into the forest around the castle, called Borgwald, which is a beautiful place for a short break in nature. Highlights: - Mellenthin moated castle - Borgwald
- 4.5 (5)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is a beautiful loop on the island of Usedom. It starts in Benz and leads through Mellenthin, Balm and Neppermin. The moated castle is located in Mellenthin. The Borgwald forest lies between Mellenthin and Balm. Between Balm and Neppermin you can see Lake Balm and Lake Neppermin.
- 4.2 (6)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThere is a free car park at the start of the path. Then continue along the restricted area until you reach the coast. The restricted area was established because there are still so many Allied bombs in the forest. You are right next to a bird sanctuary. Continue along the coast until you cross the railway tracks in Karlshagen. Then you come to a wonderfully developed path through an area contaminated with munitions. If you take this path, you will pass many historical buildings from the time...
- 3.7 (3)·Moderate·32.3 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route explores a large part of the Peenestrom, half on the island of Usedom and half on the German mainland. As shown here, the trail starts near Karlshagen, but you can also start it in other towns such as Wolgast or Peenemünde. The route also requires taking a ferry from Peenemünde to Freest.
- 3.3 (9)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrIdyllic lake tour on Usedom, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This is a beautiful circular route around the idyllic Schmollensee lake, with plenty of opportunities to rest and relax away from the crowded beach resorts. The trail passes through several small villages surrounding the lake, including Sellin, Stoben, and Pudagla, where lovely places exist to stop and rest. There are also a few places to camp. Caution! Part of the route runs alongside the main road. Highlights: - Bathing spots -...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best historic site trail to hike in Usedom Island Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best historic site trail to hike in Usedom Island Nature Park is Heringsdorf-Swinemünde, which has a 4.0 star rating from 16 reviews. This trail is 22.4 km long with an elevation gain of 212 m.
What is the longest historic site trail in Usedom Island Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Usedom Island Nature Park is Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck. This trail is estimated to be 90.0 km long.
How many historic site trails are in Usedom Island Nature Park?
There are 19 historic site trails in Usedom Island Nature Park.These historic site trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 95 AllTrails community reviews.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Usedom Island Nature Park?
Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck has the most elevation gain for historic site trails with 807 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Radfernweg Berlin-Usedom Etappe 5: Usedom (Stadt) - Peenemünde, which has 785 m of elevation gain.
Activities
Attractions
- Beach trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
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- Lake trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
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- River trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
- Trails with historic sites in Usedom Island Nature Park
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- Wildflower trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
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Points of interest
- Möwenort
- Weißer Berg
- Krumminer Wiek
- Achterwasser
- Aussichtsturm
- Schmollensee
- Größter Strandkorb der Welt
- Rieke Stein
- Natur Camping Usedom
- Streckelsberg
- ehem. Sauerstoffwerk II
- Hauptwache Heeresversuchsanstalt Peenemünde
- Nandalee Camping
- Spandowerhagener Wiek
- DLRG Wasserrettungsstation Zempin - Hauptwache
- Tauchgondel Zinnowitz
- Hauptwache Zinnowitz
- Großsteingrab Lütow 1
- Pommi’s Traumoase am Hünengrab
- Waldparkplatz Bansin