Best historic site trails in Schleswig-Holstein

Varied city walk in Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein. This tour guides through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lübeck's Old Town. In addition to many other beautiful places, the Holsten Gate, St Peter's Church and the cathedral can be discovered. The New Mosque (Yeni Cami) and the Lübeck Synagogue are also located between the cathedral and St Aegidien's Church. The route returns to the starting point via the Muk Bridge. There is always the opportunity to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - St...

Popular loop in Schleswig-Holstein. The Great Eutin Lake is located directly next to the district town of Eutin. Like many other lakes in Holstein Switzerland, it is fed by the Schwentine river and is ideal for long hikes and cycle tours. The nature park hiking trail leads around the lake. There are always benches along the way that invite you to take a rest. There is a tourist information centre in Eutin as well as numerous cafés and restaurants. The hike can be started from the castle...

Diverse loop in Schleswig-Holstein. The loop is suitable for the whole family and can be run in both summer and winter. You can also start the route from Ratzeburg train station if you want to travel by train. On the west bank of the lake there is a rest area with fire pits, toilets and bathing facilities. In Ratzeburg you can find refreshment stops. Highlights: - Island town of Ratzeburg - Farchau Castle, Marienhöhe

Exciting hike on the Angeln Peninsula, Schleswig-Holstein. This 10 km long route leads around Gluecksburg, the Twedterholz and along the Flensburg Fjord. Highlights of the hike: - beautiful forest trails in the Twedterholz - Westerwerker See - Roikier lake - Gluecksburg Castle - Gluecksburg spa center with rose garden and historic old town

Fantastic hike in Glücksburg (Baltic Sea), Schleswig-Holstein. From the car park at Osteecamp Glücksburg-Holnis, head to the promenade along the beautiful sandy beach with a wonderful view of the Baltic Sea. On this path you have the opportunity to make a small detour to the Höftsee. Hiking highlights: - Great views of the sea - Sailor's grave - Little Noor - Schausende boat harbor - Refreshments

This relaxed loop leads through the Aukrug Nature Park and explores the Boxberg, one of the region's highest points. The route follows well-maintained forest roads and sandy paths through a diverse mix of dense mixed forests and open heathlands. A major highlight is the observation tower atop the Boxberg, which, on clear days, offers expansive views across the gently rolling "Knick" landscape of Schleswig-Holstein. The trail is technically simple and, due to the minimal elevation changes,...

Comfortable loop trail near Aumuehle, Schleswig-Holstein. This is a relaxed loop trail that leads from Aumuehle along the Bille to Sachsenwaldau. Through the forest you walk back to the mill pond near the train station. Highlights of the hike: - Hiking trail along the Bille - Mill pond - Quiet forest trails - Megalithic tomb Sachsenwald Fahrenhorst 3

Family-friendly loop trail near Harrislee, Schleswig-Holstein. The Harrisleer loop trail 5 starts in Kupfermuehle and leads in a relaxed manner through the German-Danish border area. On the Danish side you walk through the Kollunder Forest. Back in Kupfermuehle, it is worth visiting the industrial museum (note seasonal opening times). Highlights of the route: - Industrial Museum Kupfermühle - Tumulus Raeuberhauptmannsberg - Kollunder Forest - View of the Flensburg Fjord - Krusau

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

Popular loop on the Priwall peninsula, Schleswig-Holstein. This beautiful walking and hiking trail leads through the southern Priwall nature reserve. It runs alongside the water for some distance, along both the Trave and the Pötenitzer Wiek. There is something adventurous about discovering everything on this peninsula: in the north there is a bathing beach between the sea and dunes, and on the Trave the passing ships can be watched. This is a natural jewel and in spring and autumn a resting...