Best river trails in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park
Covering an area of 75,000 hectares, visitors will find many watercourses, rolling hills and sparse deciduous forests. The landscape was mainly shaped by the last ice age. From canoeing, sailing and swimming to walking and cycling tours, there is plenty to experience and do, including art and culture.
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- 4.2 (92)·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...
- 4.5 (71)·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 (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
- 4.1 (21)·Hard·31.8 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrBike tour around the Great Plöner See. On this tour, you can make a detour to the Stockseehof winery, where you can pick raspberries and cherries. Highlights: - Museum of the district of Plön near the route - Old Castle Gardens and Castle Park Plön - Princes Island - Small Gardens Stocksee ------------------------------ Want to explore more routes that are by the water? Then take a look at the following hikes and bike tours: -...
- 4.7 (28)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful 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...
- 4.4 (15)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrWatery hike in the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. This wonderful hike leads through the picturesque lake landscape between Ploen and Bad Malente. The first kilometers run through the nature reserve Suhrer See and the surrounding area. When you arrive in Malente, you can end the day with a visit to the wildlife park, which is very close to the train station. Highlights of the hike: - Behlersee - Dieksee - Lake Langen - Diekseeholm - small ponds - Malente Wildlife Park
- 3.9 (7)·Moderate·9.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrFantastic loop around the Behler See in Schleswig-Holstein. This route starts at the train station in Plön on the Großer Plöner See and leads - past the Schöhsee - to Behl am Behler See, then along the fields and meadows to Timmdorf on the east bank. After the Schwentine has been crossed between the headlands, the route now runs a piece directly on the bank, which is overgrown here with an enchanting heather landscape. Between the Great Madebröken and Edeberg lakes, the route then continues...
- 3.2 (10)·Moderate·16.7 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular cycle route in the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. This loop around Lake Selent mainly runs along roads with little traffic. Again and again you pass small villages, some of which have bus stops. The northern part of the Selenter See, which was formed during the last ice age, is a nature reserve. Highlights of the route: - Lake Selent - Adelinen valley - Small villages
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The Nature Park House (Clock House) is open Tuesdays to Sundays from 12 - 5 pm from March to October. In February and November on Saturdays and Sundays 12 - 5 pm. The Nature Park House is closed in December and January. Admission costs €1 for adults, €0.50 for children aged 6 and over and €2 for families. School classes of up to 30 pupils pay €5.
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Where is the best river trail to hike in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best river trail to hike in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park is Dieksee Circular Route, which has a 4.2 star rating from 92 reviews. This trail is 6.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 547 ft.
What is the longest river trail in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park is Permanente RTF Eutin des RST Lübeck. This trail is estimated to be 60.4 mi long.
How many river trails are in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
There are 53 river trails in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park.These river trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 439 AllTrails community reviews.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
Permanente RTF Eutin des RST Lübeck has the most elevation gain for river trails with 5,380 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Bosau am Grossen Plöner See Radtour, which has 3,940 ft of elevation gain.
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