Best backpacking trails in Schleswig-Holstein

Relaxed loop in Holstein Switzerland, Schleswig-Holstein. This beautiful hike can easily be started at the Plön train station, and those arriving by car can find a parking space in town. In the summer months you can cool off at the Prinzeninsel bathing area and enjoy the soothing atmosphere at the Empress’s favorite spot at the southern tip of the hike. Highlights: - Plön Castle and Castle Park - Information center of the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park - Plön old apple orchard

Beautiful hike on the Kiel Fjord, Schleswig-Holstein. The route leads along the banks of the Kiel Fjord and through picturesque villages and ports, along sandy beaches and past wonderful vantage points. It is suitable for a hike and can also be ridden by bike. A section along the Laboe naval ammunition depot may be temporarily closed during ammunition transport. Information on this can be found on information boards directly on the Fördewanderweg or via an information hotline. Sections...

This beautiful circular trail leads along the coast of the Holnis peninsula and, depending on the season, offers the opportunity to observe special species of wild birds. The trail leads across meadows and fields, along the beach and into the forests of Friedeholz near Windelberg. There are resting places in Schausende, Bockholm and Holnis. You can also take a trip to Glücksburg and explore the town.

Scenic loop on Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein. This wonderful loop leads once around Fehmarn. Depending on speed, the varied landscapes can be enjoyed. The NABU information centre and the Wallnau waterfowl reserve are well worth a visit. There are numerous refreshment stops to take a break. A perfect tour to get to know the coastal landscape of the island of Fehmarn. Highlights: - Lemkenhafen mill museum near the route - Lighthouses - Surf museum - NABU waterfowl reserve

Varied loop trail in Schleswig-Holstein. The Eidertal hiking trail can be discovered both on foot and by bike. As a hike, the route should best be divided into two days, with an overnight stay in Bordesholm. Several information boards along the way provide information about the history of the landscape and its biodiversity. There are also numerous benches and shelters where you can take a break. There are places to stop for refreshments in Schmalstede and Techelsdorf. Highlights: - Au...

The Trans Euro Trail is a wide network of sustainable dirt roads on which you can explore Europe's remote and varied landscapes with the appropriate motorcycles. This is one of the German sections, which runs from Puttgarden in Schleswig-Holstein to the Dutch border in the west. In total, the TET leads through 34 countries on over 73,000 kilometers.

Great circular hike in the Lanker See nature reserve, Schleswig-Holstein. Preetz train station is the starting and ending point of the route. Of course you can also travel by car. This picturesque path around the Lake of Lanker is a highlight in itself. On the way it is worthwhile to observe the wild animals at the Kührener ponds at the NABU observation hut. The paths are consistently flat and easy to walk on. Highlights: - Peninsulas and bays in Lake Lanker - NABU observation hut Kührener...

Varied loop in Holstein Switzerland, Schleswig-Holstein. The hike can also be started easily from Plön train station and for those who find the trip to Gut Ruhleben on the Großer Plöner See too long, just walk around the Trammer See. There are numerous places to stop for a break in Plön. Highlights: - Parnaß Tower - Gut Ruhleben - Fegetasche bathing area

Nice circular hike in Schleswig-Holstein. This relaxed circular hike starts at Mölln (Lauenburg) train station - so you can easily arrive and depart by train. First it goes through the wildlife park, admission is free, but if you want, you are welcome to leave a donation. You walk through the forest and once around the southern tip of the Lütauer See, then along the east bank of the Schmalsee to the north and through the old town back to the starting point. There are several places to stop...