Best river trails in Schleswig-Holstein
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- 4.1 (91)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried loop in Holstein Switzerland, Schleswig-Holstein. The route first heads west along the Malente Wildlife Park - this will be enjoyable especially with children. The sunny northern shore of the Dieksee lake is particularly beautiful, with wonderful views over the lake. The surrounding nature, the Holm forest, is also worth seeing. The Holmweg is followed and, with a bit of luck, grazing sheep can be seen. About halfway along, the path leads between two typical Holstein villages along...
- 4.3 (47)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrVaried 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...
- 4.6 (61)·Moderate·16.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried round trip in Schleswig-Holstein. It's all about the Great Ratzeburger. See-through a varied shore landscape. The route has a few small climbs on the east side of the lake. Again and again, small places and several campsites are passed for those who want to stay a little longer. There are also places to stop for refreshments, especially in the island town of Ratzeburg, surrounded by the Domsee Lake. You can park in the city center of Ratzeburg or optionally travel to the Ratzeburg...
- 4.3 (73)·Moderate·10.6 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular circular hike in Schleswig-Holstein. This circular hike starts and ends at Bad Malente/Gremsmühlen train station - which makes it easy to get there by public transport. Most of the time the route leads along the shore of the Kellersee and offers beautiful views again and again. On the way and in Malente there are opportunities to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Wonder world of water - Glassblowing workshop Malente
- 4.6 (50)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful loop in Schleswig-Holstein. It starts in the north of the lake where you can park. Most of the time it goes directly along the shore of the beautiful Segeberger See. If you want, you can rent a boat on the southern shore of the lake and discover the lake from the boat. The brasserie by the lake is a nice place to stop off. Highlights: - Goldmarie am See - View from the promenade - View over the Segeberger See
- 4.6 (56)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrComfortable 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
- 4.4 (29)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-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
- 4.6 (32)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed 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
- 4.2 (34)·Moderate·13.3 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried loop in Schleswig-Holstein. From Wrohe it goes east and once around the beautiful Westensee. It also passes the smaller neighbors of the lake. If you want, you can also take the train to Felde and start the tour from there. It goes through forests, over fields and the places around the lake. In the Gasthaus Westensee you can stop off and take a break. Highlights: - idyllic lake landscape - natural green banks
- 4.6 (54)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular 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...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Schleswig-Holstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Schleswig-Holstein is German-German cycle path. This trail is estimated to be 705.3 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Schleswig-Holstein?
Schleswig-Holstein: With an ascent of 72,746 ft, German-German cycle path has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Pilgerroute: D-Route 7 with 46,512 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Schleswig-Holstein?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Schleswig-Holstein is Plöner See Loop with a 4.1-star rating from 21 reviews.
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