Best wildlife 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 (72)·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
- 4.5 (86)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular 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...
- 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
- 4.3 (30)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed circular hike near Lake Plön, Schleswig-Holstein. The route is an excellent little alternative to the nearby Plöner See. The starting point is the parking lot north of Bosau. It is mostly on easily walkable paths. If you don't just want to experience the idyllic area on a day hike, you can camp at one of the campsites on Lake Lucerne. The trail is popular and, therefore, often crowded with people. Highlights of the hike: - wonderful nature - Bench overlooking the Vierersee -...
- 4.4 (16)·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
- 4.7 (10)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrNice loop in Schleswig-Holstein. The hike is easily accessible by bus and train. It goes through the Bergengehölz and the Dodauer forest as well as to the beautiful Dodauer lake. There are refreshment stops near the Bad Malente-Gremsmühlen train station. Highlights: - Bridegroom oak - Dodauer See
- 4.7 (7)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrWooded loop in Schleswig-Holstein. This beautiful loop leads the hikers right at the beginning to the Bridegroom Oak - a tree in the Dodau Forest, around which stories and legends entwine and which for a long time was the only tree in the world with its own postal address. It got its name at the end of the 19th century when the wedding of a young couple took place here, whose relationship was initially forbidden by the bride's father and who secretly exchanged letters through a knothole in...
- 4.4 (13)·Moderate·17.4 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular loop in the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park, Schleswig Holstein. This beautiful loop around the Kellersee and Dieksee lakes is always accompanied by water. The start and finish point is Bad Malente-Gremsmühlen railroad station, so you can travel there comfortably by bus or train. Of course, the route can also be shortened and only one of the lakes circumnavigated. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way and there are always viewpoints and sights to discover. ...
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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 wildlife trail to hike in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife 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 wildlife trail in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park is Bosau am Grossen Plöner See Radtour. This trail is estimated to be 37.8 mi long.
How many wildlife trails are in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
There are 27 wildlife trails in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 433 AllTrails community reviews.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Holstein Switzerland Nature Park?
Bosau am Grossen Plöner See Radtour has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 3,940 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Berlin, Großer Plöner See, Dieksee, which has 3,677 ft of elevation gain.
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