Best trails in Schlei Nature Park
The Schlei region is a true natural paradise and a hotspot of biodiversity. The Schlei Nature Park is the northernmost nature park in Germany.
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- 4.4 (39)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop around Haddebyer Noor, Schleswig-Holstein. From the car park, the route goes anti-clockwise via Loopstedt around the beautiful Haddebyer Noor. The hike not only leads into the vastness of nature, but also back in time. Lots of interesting things can be learned about the vikings on the way! The start is at the car park on Kirchenweg, where there is also a bathroom and places to stop for refreshments nearby. Highlights: - Haithabu Viking Museum - ring wall - Beautiful views
- 4.3 (25)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail on the Schlei, Schleswig-Holstein. Beautiful views of the Schlei and romantic little villages await hikers on this loop trail. The starting point is in Kappeln, where a visit to the museum harbor is a real must. Near the Schlei you hike to Arnis, idyllically situated on a peninsula and officially the smallest town in Germany. After exploring the Noorwiesen, shipyards and Schifferkirche, you walk back north via Groedersby. Highlights of the hike: - Groedersbyer Noor -...
- 4.6 (19)·Moderate·20.9 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrA beautiful day tour on the Baltic Sea coast of Schleswig-Holstein. The tour leads along the banks of the Schlei and is well suited as a family outing. It goes to Grödersby and Arnis. There is a marina here with places to stop for refreshments, from where the shipping traffic can be observed. It is mostly on paved bike paths, but also on dirt roads and side roads. The route has a few hills, but overall not very steep. In Kappeln, the museum harbor awaits, where old, functioning boats are...
- 4.4 (21)·Easy·5.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop in the Schlei Nature Park, Schleswig-Holstein. The starting point of this hike is the parking lot at Gut Oehe. You walk along the coast of Kiel Bay and then turn off towards Maasholm. There you can take a break in one of the restaurants or ice cream parlors and enjoy the view. Highlights: - Nature experience center
- 4.6 (23)·Easy·5.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly loop in Schleswig-Holstein. A relaxing walk along the beach, suitable for the whole family. It starts in Exhöft at the nature experience center hiking car park, a bus also goes here. The beautiful dune landscape is home to many different bird species. There is a restaurant near Gut Oehe to stop off for refreshments. Highlights: - Schleich Bays - Nature experience center near the route
- 4.9 (7)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrDiverse loop in Schleswig-Holstein. The 20 km long Viking hike of the DVV Hiking consists of two partial hikes. The lap recorded here is the city route through Schleswig at the western end of the Schlei. Highlights: - Historic old town of Schleswig - Königswiesen city park - District of the Holm with small fishermen's houses and the St. Johannis monastery - Baroque garden with globe house, Hercules pond and temple
- 4.7 (8)·Moderate·33.3 mi·Est. 11–12 hrNice loop on the Baltic Sea, Schleswig-Holstein. The route leads from Kappeln mostly along the Baltic Sea coast and to the beautiful landscape in the Geltinger Birk nature reserve. On the way there are numerous bathing opportunities and (for dog owners) dog beaches. There is a café at Goldhöftberg. Highlights: - Birk-Nack lookout point
- 4.4 (6)·Easy·7.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail around the Schlei, Schleswig-Holstein. Nature and culture await hikers on this loop trail along the Schlei. The tour starts in Kappeln, where a stopover at the museum harbor is also worthwhile. Arnis is also located directly on the banks of the Schlei. The romantic little town is officially the smallest town in Germany. The way back is via Kopperby and Luettfeld. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the Schlei - Museum harbor in Kappeln - Arnis ("smallest town in Germany")
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrScenic loop hike in Schleswig-Holstein. From the parking lot it goes clockwise to the Haddebyer and the Selker Noor. Noore are a unique habitat for many unique animals and plants and you can watch birds and enjoy the fresh coastal air along the way. There is a place to stop for refreshments in Selk. Highlights: - Runestones from Haithabu - Haithabu Viking Museum
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Schlei Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Schlei Nature Park is Haddebyer Noor, which has a 4.4 star rating from 39 reviews. This trail is 3.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 252 ft.
What is the longest trail in Schlei Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Schlei Nature Park is Bratwurst Brevet des RBC - 225 route. This trail is estimated to be 139.6 mi long.
How many trails are in Schlei Nature Park?
There are 63 trails in Schlei Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 321 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Schlei Nature Park?
Bratwurst Brevet des RBC - 225 route has the most elevation gain with 7,847 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Permanente RTF RV-Schleswig: Zum Aschberg, which has 4,133 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Schlei Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 21 camping trails in Schlei Nature Park and the most popular is Haddebyer Noor with an average 4.4 star rating from 39 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Schlei Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 17 biking trails in Schlei Nature Park and the most popular is SchleiUferTörn with an average 4.8 star rating from 2 community reviews.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 3 trails with waterfalls in Schlei Nature Park, including In the Footsteps of the Vikings Hike: City Route, Idstedter Forest and Schlei Nature Park, and Schlei-Eider-Elbe Etappe 1: Schleswig - Dörpstedt.
Are there any trails with lakes in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 13 trails with lakes in Schlei Nature Park, including In the Footsteps of the Vikings Hike: City Route, Idstedter See zum Langsee, VikingTörn, Ochsenweg-Ostroute Etappe 2: Schleswig - Rendsburg, and Schleswig nach Süderbrarup.
Are there any trails with rivers in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 7 trails with rivers in Schlei Nature Park, including VikingTörn, Fleckeby - Güby - Borgwedel, Fleckeby to Holzbunge, From Fleckeby to Rendsburg, and Noor-Tour von Eckernförde.
Are there any trails with castles in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 12 trails with castles in Schlei Nature Park, including Gut Oehe - Maasholm, Maasholm Loop, In the Footsteps of the Vikings Hike: City Route, Kappeln - Geltinger Birk, and Schleirunde between Büstorf and Stubbe.
Are there any trails with beaches in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with beaches in Schlei Nature Park, including Kappeln - Geltinger Birk, VikingTörn, HeringsTörn, Schönhagen around Holm to Drasberg, and Brodersby - Burg - Geel.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 7 trails with scenic viewpoints in Schlei Nature Park, including Gut Oehe - Maasholm, Maasholm Loop, Kappeln - Geltinger Birk, VikingTörn, and OstseeDeichTörn.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 15 trails with archaeological sites in Schlei Nature Park, including Haddebyer Noor, Haddeby - Wikinger Museum, Haddebyer Noor and Selker Noor, Viking Country Hike, and SchlemmerTörn.
Are there any trails with ponds in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 10 trails with ponds in Schlei Nature Park, including In the Footsteps of the Vikings Hike: City Route, VikingTörn, HeringsTörn, Ochsenweg-Ostroute Etappe 2: Schleswig - Rendsburg, and Schleswig nach Süderbrarup.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a cliff in Schlei Nature Park: Paddle tour: Kappeln - Schubystrand.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a weather shelter in Schlei Nature Park: Ochsenweg-Ostroute Etappe 1: Flensburg - Schleswig.
Are there any trails with bays in Schlei Nature Park?
Yes, there are 8 trails with bays in Schlei Nature Park, including Kappeln - Geltinger Birk, SchlemmerTörn, Ostseeresort Olpenitzdorf, Von Ulsnis zum Gunnebyer Noor, and KreisbahnTörn.
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Points of interest
- Ringwall
- Wohnmobil-Stellplätze Wassersportgemeinschaft Arnis/Grödersby
- Heringszaun Kappeln
- Sankt-Petri-Dom zu Schleswig
- Sankt-Johannis-Kloster vor Schleswig
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Ancker Yachting
- Reisemobilplatz Maasholm
- Campingplatz Haithabu
- Langsee
- Wassermühle
- Gottorf Castle
- Verbindungswall
- Herrenhaus Gut Stubbe
- Badestrand Brodersby-Burg
- Weidefelder Strand
- Hunde-Strand
- Füsinger Au
- Großsteingrab Missunde
- Schloss Schönhagen
- Campingplatz Schleimünde