Best historic site trails in Putgarten
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Putgarten with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.5 (70)·Easy·4.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop with great views on Rügen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This beautiful route on the Wittow peninsula leads from Putgarten via Cape Arkona on paved paths. The car can be parked at the starting point at the Kap Arkona car park. From there it goes along fields first to the fishing village Vitt and then hikes along the coast with wonderful views over the Baltic Sea to the famous Cape Arkona and the historic lighthouses. A little further along the coast we return to the starting...
- 4.2 (21)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPromising and refreshing hiking route in Putgarten, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. This popular and above all beautiful tour takes place on Rügen. It goes from Putgarten to the Arkona lighthouse. There you can explore a lot or just relax and enjoy the great view. Highlights of the tour: - Marine sounding tower - Lighthouse Cape Arkona - weather station
- 4.3 (18)·Easy·8.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, varied hiking trail on the island of Rügen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This hike on the Wittow peninsula begins in Varnkewitz and leads along the coast via Cape Arkona, the fishing village of Vitt and via Putgarten back to the starting point. Highlights of the hike: - North beach at Cape Arkona - Arkona beacon - Steep coast between Cape Arkona and Vitt - Chapel in Vitt
- 4.7 (2)·Moderate·24.1 mi·Est. 8–9 hrPicturesque and idyllic circular route along the northernmost tip of Rügen near Putgarten in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This idyllic circular route is ideal for a day trip by bike. It starts in Putnam and passes through the picturesque island towns of Vitt, Cape Arkona (where the famous lighthouse is located), Dranske and Altenkirchen. The trail runs mostly along the forested shoreline and offers the widest views of the Baltic Sea that Germany has to offer. Highlights: - Beautiful...
- 4.5 (2)·Easy·5.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrLeisurely hiking trail from Putgarten to Juliusruh The hike starts and ends at a bus stop, so that the start and end points can be reached by public transport. This route reveals great distant views over beautiful coastal sections of the Baltic Sea and the open sea. The stretch of beach in front of Juliusruh is particularly relaxing.
- 2.2 (6)·Moderate·10.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrA varied and promising circular route near Putgarten in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This route begins at the Nordstrand car park. It leads along the coast with a view of the Baltic Sea and through Rügen's villages such as Vitt and Kap Arkona. Cape Arkona is known for its famous lighthouses. There are numerous places to stop and rest along the way. You can either walk along the sandy beach or on the slightly set back path. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Putgarten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Putgarten is Kap Arkona - Putgarten - Dransk. This trail is estimated to be 24.1 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Putgarten?
Putgarten: With an ascent of 1,053 ft, Kap Arkona - Putgarten - Dransk has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Nordstrand - Wollin - Vitt - Kap Arkona with 613 ft of elevation gain.