Best trails near Weststrand
4.4(195 reviews)
Weststrand: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 14 trails will get you there, including camping, hiking, and birding trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Weststrand: Explore this area from one of 6 easy hiking routes or discover child friendly routes for your next family trip. Weststrand: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Weststrand are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (61)·Easy·12.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrWonderful circular route in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This is a great family hike. Beginning in Prerow, the route leads in the direction of "Baustelle der Natur" to the Darßer Ort circular route. It then runs through the enchanted Darßwald up to the lighthouse. Here the natural power of wind and waves can be felt during a walk along the beautiful sandy beach. In the Darßer Ort, the Natureum can be explored for a fee, there is also a café and a toilet here. Highlights: - viewing...
- 4.4 (35)·Moderate·13.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular, scenic hiking trail in the Vorpommerische-Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The hike leads along the lighthouse trail to the famous lighthouse. On this hike, you walk through the rustic Darßwald forest, along the cliffs, always with a view of the Baltic Sea. Highlights of the hike: - Dunes - Baltic Sea view - Western edge of the Darß
- 4.8 (9)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrWonderful circular route on the Darß, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The starting point for the short hike is the Natureum at the Darßer lighthouse. Here is lots to learn about the marine world and the habitats of the national park and its inhabitants. The lighthouse offers a breathtaking view over the national park and anyone who visits the Natureum can also stop off at the café there. The hike leads through alder forests, over boardwalks through the dunes and to several viewpoints. With a...
- 4.7 (16)·Easy·30.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrScenic circular tour across the Darß, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. After a relaxing drive over the dyke along the Bodden, you reach the village of Wieck a. Darß. The centre of the village invites you to linger in the National Park Information and Guest Centre Darßer Arche, which presents an exhibition about the National Park to interested visitors. The Darß tour leads past the Wieck harbour and over the Südkaten and through the meadow landscape on paved paths back to the starting point,...
- 4.5 (16)·Easy·8.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hike in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania This is a very easy hike through the Darss primeval forest, which is worthwhile both on foot and by bike. From the car park at Hotel Bernstein in Prerow, the route follows the middle path to Darßer Weststrand. Return along the same route. This route is also suitable for families with children. Highlights of the hike: - Prerow Baltic seaside resort - Darss west beach - Darß primeval...
- 4.6 (14)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This beautiful route links some of the Darß's top attractions. From the Baltic seaside resort of Prerow, you walk through the Darß primeval forest to Darßer Ort. The Natureum is well worth a visit here. Afterwards, follow the popular Darßer Ort circular hiking trail and then return to Prerow along the path you have already taken. Highlights of the hike: - Darß primeval forest - Darßer...
- 4.6 (5)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular and picturesque circular route trail through the Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park near Born A. Darss in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. Let's start at the "Drei Eichen" car park near Ahrenshoop. The route leads through the Darßwald (wild boars live here) via a clearing directly to an upstream dune to the west beach. Now the route goes back to the starting point on the coast. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshments
- 4.2 (12)·Moderate·31.4 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrScenic, natural cycle tour near Zingst, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This wonderful cycle tour to the lighthouse on the Darßer Weststrand beach always offers beautiful views of the region. The route leads through a large part of the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park and the Darß primeval forest. Every now and then you pass smaller villages with local cultural and historical sights. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Lighthouse on...
- 4.2 (9)·Easy·9.5 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe starting point is the Drei Eichen car park. The walk takes you through the Darßwald forest along the old Mecklenburg path, past alder groves and beech forests. Further north, you cross the old sea shore via the Großer Stern. Where 7,000 years ago there was still a beach, today the land area of Neudarß begins with the striking alternation of reefs (old beach ramparts) and reefs (old beach lake and moors). After about 500 metres, turn onto the Müllerweg and walk west towards the beach. A...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·25.7 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular cycle tour in the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This cycle tour leads from Born am Darß to the Darßer Ort lighthouse and back again. If you would like to shorten the tour, you can skip the detour on the Mittelweg to Süder Bramhakensee. After the tour, you can stop off at the Walfischhaus organic restaurant (booking is recommended). Highlights of the tour: - Sea views - Darß primeval forest - Lighthouse - Darßer Ort Nature Centre (optional)
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Weststrand?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Weststrand. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Weststrand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Weststrand is Prerow - Darßer Ort, which has a 4.3 star rating from 61 reviews. This trail is 12.4 km long with an elevation gain of 61 m.
What is the longest trail near Weststrand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Weststrand is Runde ab Prerow durch Darßer Wald. This trail is estimated to be 46.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Weststrand?
Weststrand: With an ascent of 395 m, Runde ab Prerow durch Darßer Wald has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Wald und Wiesen with 270 m of elevation gain.