66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart
11.7miLength
1,026ftElevation gain
4.5–5hrEstimated time
Point to point
Historical section near Potsdam, Brandenburg.
The first stage of the 66-lake loop begins in Potsdam at Luisenplatz. Along Sanssouci Palace and through parks, the path leads alternately on paved roads and forest and meadow paths to Jungfernsee and Holy See. Here you can discover the New Garden and Cecilienhof Palace. We continue to Schlänitzsee and the stage destination, Marquardt Castle.
Highlights:
- Marble Palace
- Pfingstberg with observation towers
- Wooden house settlement "Alexandrowka"
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Top sights
Sanssouci Palace
Attraction
Kapellenberg
Peak
Small Fountain
Attraction
Felsentor
Attraction
Landhaus Schloessmann
Building
Jungfernsee
Lake
Ionische Säulen
Ruins
Glocken-Fontaine
Attraction
Heiliger See
Lake
Schloßküche
Building
Marmor Palace
Castle
Ruinenberg
Peak
Schloss Cecilienhof
Castle
Orangerieschloss
Castle
Pfingstberg
Peak
Dorfkirche Marquardt
Church
Historische Mühle
Attraction
Muschelgrotte
Building
Brandenburger Tor
Attraction
Bornstedt Crown Estate
Attraction
Belvedere auf dem Pfingstberg
Attraction
Schloss Marquardt
Castle
Rabbit Hill
Peak
Portierhaus
Building
Chinesisches Parasol
Weather shelter
Turmpavillon
Building
Landhaus Martens
Building
Villa Henckel Garten- und Parkanlage
Garden
Monopteros
Ruins
Circuswand
Ruins
Wasserbecken
Reservoir
Normannischer Turm
Viewpoint
Eiskeller "Pyramide"
Building
Villa Finkenstein
Building
Great Fountain
Attraction
Friedenssaal
Building
Weinbergterrasse
Attraction
Waschhaus
Building
Landhaus Pfister
Building
Landhaus Kempff
Building
Les Étables Royales
Building
Landhaus Schmidt-Dahlenburg
Building
Garten des Borchert-Stifts
Garden
Landhaus Gericke
Building
Natur- und Kulturcamp Treibgut
Campsite
Trauerhalle
Building
Top sights
Sanssouci Palace
Attraction
Kapellenberg
Peak
Small Fountain
Attraction
Felsentor
Attraction
Landhaus Schloessmann
Building
Jungfernsee
Lake
Ionische Säulen
Ruins
Glocken-Fontaine
Attraction
Heiliger See
Lake
Schloßküche
Building
Marmor Palace
Castle
Ruinenberg
Peak
Schloss Cecilienhof
Castle
Orangerieschloss
Castle
Pfingstberg
Peak
Dorfkirche Marquardt
Church
Historische Mühle
Attraction
Muschelgrotte
Building
Brandenburger Tor
Attraction
Bornstedt Crown Estate
Attraction
Belvedere auf dem Pfingstberg
Attraction
Schloss Marquardt
Castle
Rabbit Hill
Peak
Portierhaus
Building
Chinesisches Parasol
Weather shelter
Turmpavillon
Building
Landhaus Martens
Building
Villa Henckel Garten- und Parkanlage
Garden
Monopteros
Ruins
Circuswand
Ruins
Wasserbecken
Reservoir
Normannischer Turm
Viewpoint
Eiskeller "Pyramide"
Building
Villa Finkenstein
Building
Great Fountain
Attraction
Friedenssaal
Building
Weinbergterrasse
Attraction
Waschhaus
Building
Landhaus Pfister
Building
Landhaus Kempff
Building
Les Étables Royales
Building
Landhaus Schmidt-Dahlenburg
Building
Garten des Borchert-Stifts
Garden
Landhaus Gericke
Building
Natur- und Kulturcamp Treibgut
Campsite
Trauerhalle
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 11.7-mile point-to-point trail near Potsdam, Brandeburg. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.
What is the expected weather this week for 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Expected weather for 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 64 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 61 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 59 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 66 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 72 degrees/clear
Where is 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart located?
66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is a trail located in Park Sanssouci.
How hard is 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is considered a moderate hike that covers 11.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,026 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is considered a moderate hike that covers 11.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,026 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart a point to point trail?
66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is a point to point trail that covers 11.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,026 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is a point to point trail that covers 11.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,026 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Yes, dogs are allowed on 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart. Double check regulations about going off leash.
When is the best time of year to hike 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
According to trailgoers, 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is usually busy. 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there lakes at 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Yes, 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is near Jungfernsee and Heiliger See.
Are there scenic views at 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Yes, Normannischer Turm is located on 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart.
Is camping allowed at 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Camping is allowed on 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart in Park Sanssouci. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is backpacking allowed at 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Backpacking is allowed on 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is partially paved.
Are there forests at 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Yes, 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart is a forest trail in Park Sanssouci.
Are there wildflowers at 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on 66-Seen-Rundweg Stage 1: Potsdam - Marquart, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 22, 2026 at 12:05 am GMT+0