Best wildlife trails in Potsdam

Stage 4 of the long-distance cycle path "Havel-Radweg," Brandenburg. This is the fourth stage of the almost 400 km long Havel Cycle Path, which follows the river that gives it its name from the source near Ankershagen to the mouth near Gnevsdorf and is one of the most beautiful river cycle paths in Germany. The fourth stage of the Havelradweg begins in Potsdam and ends in Brandenburg an der Havel. In the NSG Ketziner Havelinsel area, you go through an extraordinary landscape. There are...

Varied loop on the Pfaueninsel, Potsdam. A visit to the Pfaueninsel is always worthwhile - the island is inhabited by peacocks and non-native trees and plants and offers a castle, a Meierei and other beautiful park buildings to discover. One of the oldest rose gardens in the region can also be found here. The whole island is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Highlights: - historical rose garden - castle - Meierei

Circular trail in the Sacrower See and Königswald nature reserve, Brandenburg. The tour starts at the Charlottenhof train station in Potsdam. Due to its length, it is best tackled by bicycle. It leads north out of Potsdam, past Neu Fahrland and circles the Krampnitzsee. On its east bank it goes back south, whereby the route then leads through the impressive Königswald until it follows the Havel at Sacrow to Pichelswerder. Via the beautiful Grunewald, the Wannsee and the Düppeler Forst it...

This route begins at the ferry terminal, from where you can cross over to the beautiful destination. The island takes its name from the free-roaming peacocks that can be found on the island. You can also explore the small castle, the llama fountain and some other historical sights here.

Varied loop in Potsdam This route leads around the Schwielowsee and through the state capital of Potsdam. The path is excellently developed and ideal for an extended bike or hiking tour. It goes along the natural shore of the lake, past beautiful pine forests and numerous fairytale castles. The starting point is the Griebnitzsee train station. There is also parking here. Since the tour is well connected to public transport, it can be started at different points. There are always restaurants...

Loop in the Döberitzer Heide nature reserve, Brandenburg. From Fahrland, the route initially leads extensively through the green nature around the iceberg. Then it goes over forest and field paths through the nature reserve Ferbitzer Bruch before finally circling the Spengelsberg. With a bit of luck you can see deer or rabbits. There are restaurants in the area.

Relaxed and refreshing paddling tour near Potsdam, Brandenburg. It starts in the Teltow Canal at the Kohlhasenbrück and then takes you via the Stölpchensee, the Pohlesee and the Kleiner Wannsee before you return to the starting point via the Großer Wannsee. Highlights of the tour: - Stolpchensee - Lake Pohle - Small & Large Wannsee

Wooded loop in Potsdam, Brandenburg. The Teufelssee dates back to the last ice age, so it is around 20,000 years old. You walk there through the forests south of Potsdam, circle the small lake (it is not suitable for swimming) and walk back to the starting point. The starting point is easily accessible by bus and train. Highlights: - Angel Spring - Devil's Lake

Circular route to Moritzberg in Berlin. This tour starts at the Hubertusbrücke south of the Stölpchensee and leads through the relaxing forest to the Moritzberg and after a detour to the Teltow Canal back again. With a little luck, you can spot some wild animals along the way. There is rarely so much green to see in Berlin and despite the proximity to the city, the route is relatively calm. There are restaurants in the area.