Best beach trails in Greifswald
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Explore the most popular beach trails near Greifswald with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 3.9 (19)·Easy·7.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrA round trip all the way along the Ryck River. It begins near the center of Greifwald and leads to Wieck. It's fun to cross the bridge and walk to the top of the pier with a view of the Danish Wiek. Ideal for a run or a bike ride with plenty of places to rest or eat if desired.
- 4.0 (5)·Easy·1.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThe ruins of Eldema Monastery and its remains give an idea of how big the original monastery actually was. The ruin is in a public park. Information boards have been set up at various points that provide information about the location of the walls and parts of the building and show the floor plan of the monastery with historical details. An impressive monastery as a witness of history today.
- 4.8 (3)·Easy·6.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque circular route near Greifswald in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Explore the eastern part of Greifswald on this idyllic circular route. The route runs along the towpath on the Ryck and leads through the Eldena nature reserve with the Eldena monastery ruins and through the city park. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Monastery ruins Eldena - Refreshments
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPicturesque, idyllic circular hike around Wieck near Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This idyllic circular hike starts at the neo-Romanesque Bugenhagen Church in Wieck, leads over to the banks of the Dänische Wiek, out onto the pier and through the small town center back to the starting point of the tour. On the way you can expect many wonderful views of the Ryck and the port of Wieck. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Picturesque town of Wieck - Refreshments
- 4.1 (3)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPicturesque and idyllic circular route near Greifswald, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. This idyllic circular hike starts at the Wiecker Bridge in the Eldena district of Greifswald and leads through the Eldena nature reserve, which borders directly on the city - a beautiful mixed forest with impressive old and tall trees. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Greifswald?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Greifswald is Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck. This trail is estimated to be 55.9 mi long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Greifswald?
Greifswald: With an ascent of 2,647 ft, Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Großes Naturshutzgebiet Eldena Schleife with 469 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult beach trail in Greifswald?
The most popular and difficult beach trail in Greifswald is Ostseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 2) Etappe 13: Greifswald - Ahlbeck with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.