Best walking trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
The Usedom Island Nature Park covers almost the entire area of Germany's most popular vacation island, Usedom. The diversity of habitats provides suitable living conditions for numerous (endangered) animal and plant species. Hardly anywhere else can you find so many different types of landscape in such a small area: Baltic Sea beaches and inland coasts, lakes and moors, beech forests and dune pines combine with small villages in an old cultural landscape to create a mosaic that surprises with its diversity.
Top sights
Top trails
- 4.4 (20)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe Streckelsberg is an approx. 58 meter high cliff edge dune on Usedom. The way to the "summit" leads through an old beech forest with a beautiful view of the Baltic Sea. For those interested in history, there was an observation facility on the summit to observe the trajectory of the V2 rockets fired by the Peenemünde Army Research Center at the time of World War II.
- 3.9 (14)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrWild steep banks, wooded ridges and open dunes characterize the coastal strip on the holiday island of Usedom. Away from the holiday pools, you can experience a true paradise here in the nature reserve. The Gnitz peninsula is home to some sea eagles and rare sand martins. Particularly noteworthy is the White Mountain, from which you have a great view of the Peene River.
- 5.0 (1)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrAn easy hike around Mahlzow. There are parking spaces almost everywhere, so this tour can be started from anywhere. Especially when the Wolgast lift bridge is being pulled up, you can relax here along the Peene. Ideal for a walk or a run with a wonderful view of the Peene River.
- 3.2 (2)·Easy·4.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPanoramic walk on the Baltic Sea, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. This is a wonderful and very relayed loop trail around the Baltic Sea resort of Karlshagen. Great sea views accompany you and of course there is a trail section directly along the beach. Highlights of the route: - Baltic Sea resort of Karlshagen - Beach - Views of the Baltic Sea
- 4.0 (3)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis path begins in Buggenhagen and makes a loop around the castle lake. The castle that the lake refers to is Buggenhagen Castle, which is home to the Till Richter Museum, which is well worth a visit. The path also crosses the Jamitzow Canal, which connects the Schlosssee with the Peene River.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail for walking in Usedom Island Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Usedom Island Nature Park is Streckelsberg, which has a 4.4 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 2.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 206 ft.
What is the longest walking trail in Usedom Island Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Usedom Island Nature Park is Karlshagen Baltic Sea Resort Loop. This trail is estimated to be 4.3 mi long.
How many walking trails are in Usedom Island Nature Park?
There are 5 walking trails in Usedom Island Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 40 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Usedom Island Nature Park?
Streckelsberg has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 206 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Usedoms Südspitz Gnitz, which has 173 ft of elevation gain.
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- Beach trails in Usedom Island Nature Park
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Points of interest
- Möwenort
- Weißer Berg
- Krumminer Wiek
- Achterwasser
- Aussichtsturm
- Schmollensee
- Größter Strandkorb der Welt
- Rieke Stein
- Natur Camping Usedom
- Streckelsberg
- ehem. Sauerstoffwerk II
- Hauptwache Heeresversuchsanstalt Peenemünde
- Nandalee Camping
- Spandowerhagener Wiek
- DLRG Wasserrettungsstation Zempin - Hauptwache
- Tauchgondel Zinnowitz
- Hauptwache Zinnowitz
- Großsteingrab Lütow 1
- Pommi’s Traumoase am Hünengrab
- Waldparkplatz Bansin