Eberswalde, a town in the Barnim district in Germany, offers numerous opportunities for hiking and walking. Eberswalde's geographical location is characterised by its proximity to the Barnim Nature Park and the idyllic Finow Canal.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Eberswalde
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Around the Schorfheide
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Difficulty
T1
moderate
138.1 km
34:34 h
494 m
508 m
135 km through the Schorfheide: forests, lakes, Grumsin beech forest, Werbellinsee and the historic Chorin Monastery – nature and culture perfectly combined for one or more days.
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Winter hike through the Schorfheide-Chorin: From Britz to Chorin
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.6 km
2:55 h
31 m
37 m
The route goes from Britz train station to Chorin train station along a stunning moor and lake landscape as well as the Chorin Monastery, thus passing through part of the Schorfheide-Chorin biosphere reserve.The route is based on https://www.viareise.de/reisefuehrer/die-besten-wanderungen-rund-um-berlin/
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Nonnenfließ June 2021
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
12.8 km
3:08 h
51 m
52 m
NSG Nonnenfließ-Schwärzetal - Spechthausen - Memorial for the victims of fascism - War memorial - Wullwinkel - Rüdnitz - Church Rüdnitz - Swan pond - Old cemetery - Turner 1914-18 - Rehberge
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
From Melchow to the Niederfinow boat lift
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
27.1 km
6:39 h
40 m
70 m
From Melchow to the Niederfinow boat lift
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
From Britz to the Cistercian Monastery Chorin
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Difficulty
T1
easy
11.3 km
2:40 h
59 m
50 m
Highlight of Gothic Monastic ArchitectureThe destination of this hike is the Cistercian monastery Chorin, located north of Eberswalde in a forested end moraine landscape, which was one of the last to be founded in Germany. The partly ruined complex near the small Amtssee is a popular destination due to its significant brick architecture, attracting many visitors each year. In summer, popular concerts take place here (Choriner Musiksommer).
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
On the towpath in the Barnim region
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
21.3 km
5:07 h
10 m
20 m
Always along the Finow Canal from Zerpenschleuse to Eberswalde or vice versa.
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Lanke – Hellmühle - The forests around Hellsee
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Difficulty
moderate
10.2 km
2:15 h
30 m
30 m
The Hellsee is a very popular hiking area with numerous swimming opportunities during the right season. The first highlight is the manor house, built from 1668, which was redesigned in the style of the French Renaissance in the 19th century. The park adjacent to the southwest towards Hellsee was already designed before the castle's renovation according to plans by Peter Joseph Lenné in the style of an English landscape park. Since 2006, the castle has been privately owned and can be rented for events. At the northern tip of the lake, we cross the swampy area with the Krummelankegraben and further the Hellmühler-Fließ, which drains the lake. At the Hellmühle manor house, access to the mill is not permitted as it is privately owned. The mill was already mentioned in documents as early as 1347 when Martin Count Ludwig transferred the mill, then owned by Arnold von Bredow, together with the mill race to the Provostry of Bernau. The mill operation was finally discontinued only in the 1920s. At the southern tip of the lake, the path continues along the romantically wild swampy area through which the Upstallfließ finds its way.
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Eberswalde-Chorin
Difficulty
moderate
17.5 km
4:15 h
95 m
84 m
The hike goes through the Chorin Biosphere Reserve, first through Eberswalde, then a good stretch along the Oder-Havel Canal. A nice first stop can be made at Bachsee, which offers many seating options but is also very overgrown and rustic. Then it continues straight ahead through beautiful and partly overgrown forestry and forest paths. We are not far from the village of Sandkrug. Towards the end, one walks on some old wooden/industrial paths covered with cobblestones. Then we turn left onto the Denglerweg. This leads to the historical/cultural highlight of the hike: the Chorin Monastery, which is beautiful enough from the outside without having to pay admission. Passing the Amtssee on the left, the tour ends heading towards Chorin.
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Walk at Nonnenfließ
Difficulty
moderate
5.4 km
1:21 h
33 m
33 m
Entertaining, approximately two-hour walk through the idyllic Nonnenfließ valley with numerous beautiful discovery opportunities for the whole family
Hiking Trail
· Barnimer Land
Hiking along the Nonnenfließ
Difficulty
moderate
14.9 km
3:36 h
90 m
88 m
From Eberswalde station via Spechthausen to the stone bridge and back on the other side of the stream. From Spechthausen by bus to Eberswalde station (on a Friday)
For nature lovers, there are many tourist attractions to discover in Eberswalde. One of the best-known attractions is the Schorfheide Wildlife Park, which impresses with its extensive grounds and a variety of native animal species. Here you can not only hike but also experience the animals up close.
Another highlight for hiking enthusiasts is the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve. With its extensive forests and lakes, this area offers countless hiking opportunities. The routes around Lake Werbellin or along the Finow Canal are particularly recommended.
Families with children also get their money's worth in Eberswalde. The Eberswalde family garden has an adventure playground and various themed and adventure gardens. Here, little explorers can play and romp to their heart's content while their parents take a leisurely stroll.
The best seasons for hiking in Eberswalde are spring and summer, when nature is in full bloom or presents itself in warm sunlight. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests around Eberswalde are transformed into a colourful spectacle of colour - ideal, then, for a leisurely autumn walk.
All in all, Eberswalde offers a variety of hikes and hiking routes that are suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. Whether in the Schorfheide Wildlife Park, the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve or the Eberswalde Family Garden - everyone will find their own personal favourite route for hiking in nature. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque landscape around Eberswalde!
Another highlight for hiking enthusiasts is the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve. With its extensive forests and lakes, this area offers countless hiking opportunities. The routes around Lake Werbellin or along the Finow Canal are particularly recommended.
Families with children also get their money's worth in Eberswalde. The Eberswalde family garden has an adventure playground and various themed and adventure gardens. Here, little explorers can play and romp to their heart's content while their parents take a leisurely stroll.
The best seasons for hiking in Eberswalde are spring and summer, when nature is in full bloom or presents itself in warm sunlight. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests around Eberswalde are transformed into a colourful spectacle of colour - ideal, then, for a leisurely autumn walk.
All in all, Eberswalde offers a variety of hikes and hiking routes that are suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. Whether in the Schorfheide Wildlife Park, the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve or the Eberswalde Family Garden - everyone will find their own personal favourite route for hiking in nature. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque landscape around Eberswalde!
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