Best historic site trails in Aukrug Nature Park
The Aukrug Nature Park covers an area of 380 square kilometres in the centre of Schleswig-Holstein. Away from the tourist centres of the North Sea and Baltic Sea, you can enjoy nature to the full here. Tranquil villages, idyllic forest and meadow landscapes, small streams and cattle pastures, and in particular the man-made hedgerows typical of this region now provide an excellent habitat for a wide variety of creatures.
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- 4.5 (56)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis relaxed circular route leads through the Aukrug Nature Park and explores the Boxberg, one of the region's highest points. The route follows well-maintained forest roads and sandy paths through a diverse mix of dense mixed forests and open heathlands. A major highlight is the observation tower atop the Boxberg, which, on clear days, offers expansive views across the gently rolling "Knick" landscape of Schleswig-Holstein. The trail is technically simple and, due to the minimal elevation...
- 4.5 (44)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Aukrug Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. Circular trail 17 is a signposted hiking route near Aukrug. The route runs continuously through the forest and past many small ponds and pools. You can stop for refreshments near the car park. Highlights of the hike: - Quiet forest paths - several ponds
- 4.8 (12)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful circular hike in the Aukrug Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. The starting point is the car park at the Am Boxberg restaurant - so you can stop off and rest here after the hike. The route along the Hälterteiche ponds and through the Tönsheider Wald nature reserve leads through lush forests that provide shade in the warm summer months. Highlights: - Tönsheide spa gardens
- 4.9 (18)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrNatural circular hike in Schleswig-Holstein. A wonderful hike through more than 100 years old mixed coniferous forest. In addition to older oak and red beech stocks, it is also home to coniferous forest. Smaller streams meander through the forest, lined with pools and ponds and home to many species of amphibians. Protected animals such as the crested newt and the black stork live here. Part of the Schierenwald is designated as a natural forest cell and has not been managed by humans for...
- 3.9 (2)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrGreat walk in the municipality of Aukrug, Schleswig-Holstein Anyone looking for unspoilt nature in northern Germany will sooner or later end up in the Aukrug Nature Park. Small lakes and rivers, forests, flowering meadows and rare flora and fauna can be found there. Aukrug railway station is the starting point for this walk through and around Innien. Some beautiful highlights such as idyllic ponds, the witches' forest and the remains of a medieval hilltop castle await you. Highlights: -...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·28.3 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Aukrug Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. The Ochsenschleichweg is one of the longest routes in the Aukrug Nature Park. Over 28 kilometres, you get to see a lot of beautiful nature and magnificent views. In principle, the route can be started almost anywhere - if you come by car, you can use the car park on Itzehoer Straße or at the restaurant on Boxberg. If you are travelling by train, you can get off at Hohenwestedt station.
- 3.0 (3)·Hard·44.1 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrNear-natural route hike in the Aukrug Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. This route through the nature park can easily be divided into two parts. You can hike the first section from Brammer to Aukrug-Innien on the first day and the second section from Aukrug-Innien to Brokstedt on the next. There are refreshment stops in Aukrug. A yellow arrow signposting the route accompanies you all the way.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best historic site trail to hike in Aukrug Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best historic site trail to hike in Aukrug Nature Park is Boxberg-Waldhütten, which has a 4.5 star rating from 56 reviews. This trail is 9.0 km long with an elevation gain of 193 m.
What is the longest historic site trail in Aukrug Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Aukrug Nature Park is Pilgerroute (D-Route 7) Etappe 2: Rendsburg - Hamburg. This trail is estimated to be 101.4 km long.
How many historic site trails are in Aukrug Nature Park?
There are 13 historic site trails in Aukrug Nature Park.These historic site trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 142 AllTrails community reviews.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Aukrug Nature Park?
Pilgerroute (D-Route 7) Etappe 2: Rendsburg - Hamburg has the most elevation gain for historic site trails with 1,153 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Naturparkweg, which has 674 m of elevation gain.
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