Best wildlife trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park
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.
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- 4.4 (15)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrLoop 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.
- 4.4 (7)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis 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.
- 3.9 (4)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis 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.
- 4.2 (4)·Easy·6.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPicturesque, 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
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·55.5 km·Est. 13.5–15 hrNature 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...
- 4.3 (3)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic 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
- 4.1 (2)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis hike starts in Sparow and then turns northwards onto the Nossentin Trail. Lake Drewitz is on the left-hand side with several access points near the shore. Most of the hike is heavily wooded, but eventually you reach the village of Nossentiner Hütte, where there are places to stop for refreshments.
- 3.5 (3)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is 7 kilometres longer than the route that only goes around Langhangener See. Perfect for those who want to spend a little more time exploring the forests of the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide. There are many different paths through the forest, so be aware of where you are in the forest!
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail 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 wildlife trail in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park is Schwinzer Heide - Krakower See. This trail is estimated to be 55.5 km long.
How many wildlife trails are in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?
There are 11 wildlife trails in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 45 AllTrails community reviews.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Nossentiner / Schwinzer Heide Nature Park?
Schwinzer Heide - Krakower See has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 1,036 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Goldberger See and Langsee Loop, which has 649 m of elevation gain.
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