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Best trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park

Best trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park

3.8(72 reviews)

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Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
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#4 of 7 nature parks

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The Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park is located off the beaten track in the largest contiguous forest area in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It is home to some of the most beautiful clear water lakes in Central Europe, which provide a great habitat for white-tailed eagles, cranes and chattering grey geese. In addition to unforgettable nature observations, this sparsely populated area is also a wonderful place to watch the starry sky, as the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide Nature Park is one of the regions with the least light pollution in Germany.

Top sights

Bergsee
Bergsee
Lake
Paschensee
Paschensee
Lake
Langhagensee
Langhagensee
Lake
Krakower See
Krakower See
Lake
Campingoase Waldsee
Campingoase Waldsee
Campsite
Drewitzer See
Drewitzer See
Lake

Top trails

  1. #1 - Um den Bergsee Alt Gaarz

    4.4 (15)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Loop around the mountain lake starting in Alt Gaarz. After working up a sweat, you can refresh yourself at the bathing area. The mountain lake lies within the boundaries of the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide Nature Park. There are also plenty of opportunities to extend the route into the forest if you want a longer route.

  2. #2 - Alt-Schwerin - Quetzin - Plau am See

    3.4 (8)·Moderate·34.1 km·Est. 8–8.5 hr
    Scenic cycle tour on Lake Plau, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This beautiful cycle tour leads from Alt-Schwerin railway station on the north-western shore of Lake Plau to Plau am See. Once here, you can either take the train back to Alt-Schwerin or cycle back along the familiar route after a leisurely stop for refreshments. Highlights of the tour: - Views of Lake Plau - Plau Castle - Stop for refreshments in Plau am See - Nature reserve on the northern shore of Lake Plau

  3. #3 - Paschensee Circular

    4.4 (7)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    This relatively short route starts in Wooster-Teerofen, where there are places to camp, and explores the Paschensee nature reserve, which is located in the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide nature park. The trail is quite heavily wooded and offers views of the lake. The nature is quite unspoilt and not very busy.

  4. #4 - Krakower See Runde

    4.0 (4)·Moderate·30.6 km·Est. 7–8 hr
    Picturesque circular route around Lake Krakow in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This route leads around the whole of Lake Krakow. It starts in Krakow am See. The trail leads south past Möllen into the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide nature park. On the eastern side of the river, the route leads through Dobbin-Linstow and Serrahn. Ideal for a day trip by bike. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes

  5. #5 - Mildenitztal

    4.7 (6)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Relaxing hike in the Mildenitz Valley in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This 5 km circular trail starts near Dobbertin and is located in the beautiful Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide nature park. Suitable for both runners and walkers, part of the trail runs alongside the "Schwarzer See" lake and you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere here. The starting point is reached again after about an hour. Worth seeing: Dobbertin Monastery (still used today as a deaconry)

  6. #6 - Langhagensee and Paschensee

    4.3 (5)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    A beautiful loop in the shape of a figure 8, which can be travelled by bike or discovered on foot. On this route you can see both the Langhagensee lake and the Paschensee nature reserve. The paths are easily recognisable. There is free car parking.

  7. #7 - Dobbin-Linstow - Glave - Walkmöhl

    3.9 (4)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    This trail begins in the municipality of Dobbin-Linstow. The first half is mostly forest. After passing through Glave, there is a section that leads directly along Lake Krakow, from where you can see the islands in the centre of the lake. The hike lies within the boundaries of the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide Nature Park.

  8. #8 - Sparow Loop to Drewitzer See

    4.2 (4)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Picturesque, idyllic circular hike near Alt Schwerin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This idyllic circular walk starts in Sparow and leads along the Nossentiner Weg through the forest down to the shore of Lake Drewitz without any significant inclines. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural landscapes - Quiet forest sections

  9. #9 - Schwinzer Heide - Krakower See

    5.0 (1)·Moderate·55.5 km·Est. 13.5–15 hr
    Nature trail in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania Start at the Wooster-Teerofen car park, near the Waldsee camping oasis. The route heads eastwards to Schwinzer Heide, past the Paschensee lake. The tour leads along the "Mecklenburg Lakes Circular Trail" for a while and you will also come across the "Berlin-Copenhagen" cycle path during the ride. The route continues along forest, meadow and field paths and trails until you reach Lake Krakow. There are three observation towers in this natural...

  10. #10 - Paschensee Lake

    4.3 (3)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Idyllic route near Neu Poserin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This route is located in the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide nature park. It starts in Sandhof and leads along the road to Wooster-Teerofen up to the Paschensee nature reserve. This is followed by a short detour to Langhagensee, where you will also find access to a small bathing area. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Swimming opportunities
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park is Um den Bergsee Alt Gaarz which has a 4.4 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 5.3 km long with an elevation gain of 119 m.

What is the longest trail in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park is Linstow - Alt Schwerin- Plauer See. This trail is estimated to be 90.0 km long.

How many trails are in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

There are 21 trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park.These trails have an average 3.8-star ratingfrom 72 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

Linstow - Alt Schwerin- Plauer See has the most elevation gain with 1,533 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Ostsee - Oberbayern (D-Route 11) Etappe 2: Gustrow - Waren, which has 1,372 m of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 camping trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park and the most popular is Alt-Schwerin - Quetzin - Plau am See with an average 3.4 star rating from 8 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 running trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park and the most popular is Um den Bergsee Alt Gaarz with an average 4.4 star rating from 15 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 biking trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park and the most popular is Alt-Schwerin - Quetzin - Plau am See with an average 3.4 star rating from 8 community reviews.

Are there any trails with lakes in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

Yes, there are 15 trails with lakes in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park, including Um den Bergsee Alt Gaarz, Alt-Schwerin - Quetzin - Plau am See, Paschensee Circular, Krakower See Runde and Langhagensee and Paschensee.

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with archaeological sites in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park, including Sparow Loop to Drewitzer See and Sparow - Nossentiner Hütte.

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with scenic viewpoints in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park, including Krakower See Runde and Schwinzer Heide - Krakower See.

Are there any trails with historical ruins in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with historical ruins in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park, including Dobbin-Linstow - Glave - Walkmöhl and Schwinzer Heide - Krakower See.

Are there any trails with beaches in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with beaches in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park, including Alt-Schwerin - Quetzin - Plau am See and Dobbertin Abbey - Jager Tannen.

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