Best short trails in Schleswig-Holstein

Panoramic hike across the "green, red, and white" North Sea island of Heligoland This is a fantastic and accessible tour of the only German high seas island with a few stops at the long Anna, the fish stalls, and the duty-free stores. At a good 50 m above sea level, there are sweeping views over the sea from almost everywhere in good weather. Seals and gray seals at close range can be spotted with a bit of luck. The wealth of flora and fauna is impressive. Highlights: - Local flora and...

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

Nice hike on the keel line, Schleswig-Holstein. A short stretch always along the keel line, which is ideal for strolling and discovering the cultural sights. On the way you will find refreshment stops where you can take a break and enjoy the beautiful view. Highlights: - Maritime Museum - Kiel Castle - Castle garden - Bathing jetty keel line

Varied loop in the Hanseatic city of Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein. From the car park at Mühlendamm, head north to the beautiful old town of the Hanseatic city of Lübeck. Past the cathedral and the museum for nature and the environment, you continue to the St. Jaobi church and the historic castle gate in the north of the old town. The castle gate was built in the late Gothic style and is one of the two still preserved city gates of the place. Here you walk in a curve back along the St. Marien...

Popular loop trail on Sylt, Schleswig-Holstein. The Morsum Cliff, which is up to 21 m high, is considered to be geologically unique. In the nature reserve, which is dominated by brown dunes and heath, you can impressively see 8 million years of geological history with your own eyes thanks to the differently colored layers of weathering. In addition to the view of the ground, the view into the distance is also worthwhile: the panoramic route offers great views of the Wadden Sea National...

Beautiful route on the Prinzeninsel in Schleswig-Holstein. The route starts at the Prinzeninsel parking lot and leads through a small wooded area to Uranus and on to Neptune. Finally, you reach Empress Auguste's favorite spot with an incredibly beautiful view of the Großer Plöner See. At the southern tip, you can stop for a bite to eat and then walk back along the green western shore. There is a bathing area on the way, which you can use if the weather conditions are favorable. On the way...

This relaxed loop leads through the "green lung" in the east of the fjord town of Flensburg. The trail opens up the diverse park area on the Mürwiker Rücken and runs along wide, flat and well-surfaced park paths, which are lined with old mixed woodland and wide meadows. A central highlight is the striking Mürwik water tower, which towers majestically over the park and is visible from afar as a landmark. The consistently flat route and the uncomplicated nature of the path make this loop an...

Circular hiking trail around the castle pond in Glücksburg, Schleswig-Holstein. The beautiful, short walk leads completely around the castle pond in Glücksburg. Glücksburg Castle was built in the 16th century and can be optionally visited at the beginning or end of the tour. Without significant differences in height, it is easy to walk ahead on easily walkable paths, past the Rude monastery and through the picturesque castle park. Highlights: - Glücksburg Castle - Castle Park with...

Popular loop in inland Schleswig-Holstein. The relaxed loop goes around the Kleiner Schierensee is an experience at any time of year. The loop starts at the parking lot near the Wrohe nature campsite on Westensee. There is also a refreshment stop there. The route goes around the lake along idyllic forest paths. Highlights: - Local flora and fauna - Small Schierensee