Best river 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
- 4.6 (8)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic hike on the island of Usedom to Swinemünde. Ahlbeck lies on the Polish border. From the Albeck Grenze railway station, the route leads through the forest and town to the unique Mühlenbake lighthouse. It stands on the western pier in Swinemünde and was opened in 1873. Since then, it has served as a signal for all ships entering the harbour of Swinoujscie. From there, you can walk back along the beach. Highlights: - Mühlenbake lighthouse - Beautiful view of the Baltic Sea
- 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...
- 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.
- 3.5 (3)·Easy·9.2 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrWe start at the harbour in Freest. Once across the meadows on a country lane to Kröslin, take a look at the old church. A marina has been built in Kröslin, which you can take a look at. The route then follows a dyke back to Freest. From the dyke you had a very good view of the power station in Peenemünde. After all, it's just opposite.
- 4.0 (3)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis trail starts in Buggenhagen and loops around the castle lake. The castle to which the lake refers is Buggenhagen Castle, which houses the Till Richter Museum, which is well worth a visit. The trail also crosses the Jamitzow Canal, which connects the castle lake with the Peene River.
- 3.0 (7)·Moderate·24.1 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrWater-rich circular tour at the Baltic seaside resort of Bansin on Usedom, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The beautiful route starts at the Baltic seaside resort of Bansin. The trail circles the Gothensee, Thulbruch and Kleiner Krebsee nature reserves. Relaxed paths through idyllic nature round off the nature experience. At the end, you can round off the day on the beach. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Baltic Sea beach - Gothensee and Thulbruch nature reserve - Small crab lake
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best river trail to hike in Usedom Island Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best river 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 river trail in Usedom Island Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Usedom Island Nature Park is Am Peneestrom entlang: Karlshagen - Freest - Wolgast. This trail is estimated to be 32.3 km long.
How many river trails are in Usedom Island Nature Park?
There are 11 river trails in Usedom Island Nature Park.These river trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 57 AllTrails community reviews.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Usedom Island Nature Park?
Muehlenbake from Heringsdorf has the most elevation gain for river trails with 278 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Gothensee Rundfahrt, which has 218 m of elevation gain.
Activities
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- Beach 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