Best trails near Kniepsand
4.4(43 reviews)
Kniepsand: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 10 trails will get you there, including hiking and birding trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Kniepsand: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kniepsand are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 5.0 (10)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail on Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein. Fresh sea wind is a constant companion on this hike in the wild north of Amrum. Untouched dune landscapes, kilometers of beaches and wonderful views of the neighboring islands sweeten the hike to the northern tip of Amrum. Those interested in ornithology like to stay in the Norddorfer Marsch and the Amrumer Odde. Exciting bird species such as barnacle geese, ringed plovers and widgeons romp about here, especially during the breeding and...
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic hike on Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein. This relaxed hike explores almost the entire length of the east coast of Amrum. The tour can be started at the Carl Zeiss Nature Center. Via Norddorf you hike to Wittduen. Here you can stop for refreshments and walk back to the starting point on the same way. Alternatively, the bus takes you back to the nature center in the north of Amrum. Highlights of the hike: - Carl-Zeiss Nature Center Amrum - Views of the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea...
- 4.5 (10)·Moderate·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPicturesque walk in the Amrum dunes nature reserve. In Nebel, at the car park in Uasterstigh Street, the route first passes through the charming village and then leads through the nature reserve until you reach the North Sea. The village is located on Amrum, a North Frisian island. It has a marvellous Kniepsand and is the 4th largest of this group of islands. Highlights: - In the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park - Through the Amrum dunes nature reserve - Kniepsand beach with a...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·13.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrCircular walk close to nature on Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein. A great tour for the whole family. If you don't want to walk the whole loop, you can also cycle from Norddorf to the Vogelkoje and back again. The Vogelkoje used to be a trap for migrating wild ducks; today there is a kiosk, benches to take a break, a playground and an enclosure with fallow deer. There are places to stop for refreshments in Norddorf on Amrum. Highlights: - Viewing dune - Bird hide - Iron Age house - Mound bed of fog
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·19.3 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrA hike to explore the northern half of the island of Amrum. Starting in Nebel, you quickly reach the Amrum dunes nature reserve. A large part of the hike then leads along the beach, where you can get your feet wet or stay closer to the dunes. You have a beautiful view of the North Sea and can observe many seabirds.
- 2.5 (4)·Easy·4.8 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful circular route on Amrum in Schleswig-Holstein. The tour starts in Wittdün at the southern tip of Amrun and leads along the coastal path around the village. In good weather, the sandy beach on the north side invites you to take a refreshing dip in the sea. At the marina, the route runs inland through the beautiful dune landscape to Wriakhörnsee and from there back to the starting point. There are numerous places to stop for refreshments along the beach promenade.
- Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful circular hike on Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein. From the viewing platforms, such as at the Norddorf lighthouse and the viewing dunes, you can look out over the island's beautiful landscape with its salt marshes and dunes. There are also information boards with interesting facts about the island's breeding birds and biocoenoses. Highlights: - Nebel viewing platform - Bird hide - Iron Age house - Large stone grave - North Village Lighthouse
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kniepsand?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kniepsand. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kniepsand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kniepsand is Norddorf on Amrum Loop, which has a 5.0 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 9.8 km long with an elevation gain of 65 m.
What is the longest trail near Kniepsand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kniepsand is Amrum North. This trail is estimated to be 19.3 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kniepsand?
Kniepsand: With an ascent of 142 m, Amrum North has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Amrum: Nebel - Wriakhörnsee - Kniepsand with 87 m of elevation gain.