Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf
12.2kmLength
250mElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Picturesque, idyllic circular route near Schwerin in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
This idyllic circular route starts at the railway station or in Schwerin city centre and leads past the famous Schwerin Castle to the castle gardens, along the Schwerin Lake to Zippendorf. On the way back, you pass the Fauler See lake and then return to the starting point of the tour via Schwerin Castle.
Highlights:
- Schwerin's old town centre
- Schwerin Castle and castle gardens
- Local flora and fauna
- Varied natural landscapes
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Top sights
Siegessäule
Attraction
Schwerin Castle
Castle
Felsengrotte
Attraction
Große Karausche
Pond
Pfaffenteich
Lake
Arsenal am Pfaffenteich
Attraction
Fauler See
Lake
Schleifmühle
Attraction
Altes Palais
Castle
Schwerin Cathedral
Attraction
Stachelschweine
Attraction
Schweriner See (Innensee)
Lake
Neues Gebäude
Attraction
Heckengarten
Attraction
Sternwarte & Planetarium
Attraction
Großherzoglicher Küchengarten
Garden
Kapuzineraffen
Attraction
Flachlandtapiere, Alpakas, Wasserschweine
Attraction
Breitmaulnashorn
Attraction
Zebras
Attraction
Braunbären & Wölfe
Attraction
Giraffen
Attraction
Löwe
Attraction
Zippendorfer Strand
Beach
Hexenberg
Peak
Präriehunde (freilebend)
Attraction
Standbild Paul Friedrich
Attraction
Wildschweine & Rehe
Attraction
Damhirsche / Mufflon
Attraction
Maushaus
Attraction
Humboldtpinguine
Attraction
Bärenhaus
Hut
Uhu
Attraction
Marabuhaus
Attraction
Gibbons
Attraction
Schlangen / Frösche
Attraction
Froschhaus
Attraction
Frösche
Attraction
Katta
Attraction
Rothunde
Attraction
Pelikan
Attraction
Fischotter & Roter Panda
Attraction
Sibirische Tiger
Attraction
Mähnenspringer
Attraction
Emus / Kängurus
Attraction
Top sights
Siegessäule
Attraction
Schwerin Castle
Castle
Felsengrotte
Attraction
Große Karausche
Pond
Pfaffenteich
Lake
Arsenal am Pfaffenteich
Attraction
Fauler See
Lake
Schleifmühle
Attraction
Altes Palais
Castle
Schwerin Cathedral
Attraction
Stachelschweine
Attraction
Schweriner See (Innensee)
Lake
Neues Gebäude
Attraction
Heckengarten
Attraction
Sternwarte & Planetarium
Attraction
Großherzoglicher Küchengarten
Garden
Kapuzineraffen
Attraction
Flachlandtapiere, Alpakas, Wasserschweine
Attraction
Breitmaulnashorn
Attraction
Zebras
Attraction
Braunbären & Wölfe
Attraction
Giraffen
Attraction
Löwe
Attraction
Zippendorfer Strand
Beach
Hexenberg
Peak
Präriehunde (freilebend)
Attraction
Standbild Paul Friedrich
Attraction
Wildschweine & Rehe
Attraction
Damhirsche / Mufflon
Attraction
Maushaus
Attraction
Humboldtpinguine
Attraction
Bärenhaus
Hut
Uhu
Attraction
Marabuhaus
Attraction
Gibbons
Attraction
Schlangen / Frösche
Attraction
Froschhaus
Attraction
Frösche
Attraction
Katta
Attraction
Rothunde
Attraction
Pelikan
Attraction
Fischotter & Roter Panda
Attraction
Sibirische Tiger
Attraction
Mähnenspringer
Attraction
Emus / Kängurus
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Try this 12.2-km circular trail near Schwerin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 2 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are January through September.
What is the expected weather this week for Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Expected weather for Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 21 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 21.6 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 22.5 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 20.7 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 21 degrees/showers
Where is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf located?
Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is a trail located in Schwerin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany.
How hard is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is considered a moderate hike that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 250 m. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is considered a moderate hike that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 250 m. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf a circular?
Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is a circular trail that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 250 m. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is a circular trail that covers 12.2 km, with an elevation gain of 250 m. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Dogs may be allowed on Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
January to September is the most popular time of year to visit Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf.
How busy is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
According to trailgoers, Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is usually somewhat busy. January to September is the most popular time of year to visit Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf.
Are there lakes at Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Are there beaches at Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Yes, Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is near Zippendorfer Strand.
Is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is partially paved.
Are there forests at Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf?
Yes, Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is a forest trail.
Is Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf a city walk?
Yes, Schwerin Altstadt - Zippendorf is a city walk in Schwerin, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 04:25 GMT+0