Mönchgut, a picturesque peninsula in the south-east of the island of Rügen, is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location and the special features of this region make it an attractive destination for nature lovers and active holidaymakers alike.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Mönchgut
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Caspar David Friedrich - Fifth Rügen Journey, 1815
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
112.7 km
28:45 h
615 m
610 m
The 5th Rügen route starts with a ferry crossing to Thiessow, continuing through Mönchgut, the Seedorf hilly landscape, along the Jasmund cliff trail to the Wittow peninsula.
Hiking Trail
· Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Caspar David Friedrich - Fourth Rügen hike, 1806
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
137.3 km
34:05 h
669 m
651 m
With magnificent views and historical sights, this route offers an unforgettable experience. The diversity of the island of Rügen becomes clear on this journey by Caspar David Friedrich from 1806. From flatlands to cliffs, from bodden to Baltic Sea, from meadows to forests, this route has it all. This route roughly follows the coast from the east to the north of the island.
Hiking Trail
· Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Caspar David Friedrich - Second Rügen Hike, 1801
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
80.5 km
19:30 h
228 m
250 m
The impressions of his first Rügen hike were very intense for Casper David Friedrich. Thus, he hiked the island again just seven weeks later, in August 1801, for the second time – the route led him from Greifswald to Göhren.
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Circular route Zicker Mountains
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9 km
2:25 h
115 m
115 m
The hike over the hilly landscape of the Mönchgut peninsula is a real highlight! It takes you through impressive vegetation and to numerous viewpoints such as Bakenberg.
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Across the Zicker Alps
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Difficulty
easy
16.8 km
4:48 h
253 m
253 m
Forests, water, beach – panoramic Mönchgut Peninsula.
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Rundweg Zicker Berge on Rügen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.9 km
2:30 h
111 m
111 m
A dreamlike hike in the "Rügen Alps." Gentle hilly landscapes with fantastic views, remarkable coastal sections, and an impressive variety of vegetation and species await us.
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Hike to Reddevitzer Höft
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.9 km
2:15 h
31 m
31 m
Surrounded by water - idyllic hike between Having and Hagenscher Wiek
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Gager on Rügen - What a beautiful landscape
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
22.5 km
5:46 h
119 m
118 m
- Circular hike from Gager to Klein Zicker and back -
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Zicker Berge circular route on Rügen
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Difficulty
moderate
8.9 km
2:30 h
113 m
113 m
A dreamlike hike in the "Rügen Alps." Gentle hilly landscapes with fantastic views, scenic coastal sections, and remarkable vegetation and biodiversity await us.
Hiking Trail
· Rügen
Panoramic circular hike around Gager over the Zickerberg in the Southeast Rügen Biosphere Reserve on November 27, 2025
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.2 km
1:50 h
60 m
62 m
A unique hilly landscape with magnificent views!
The Mönchgut peninsula extends over about 30 square kilometres and impresses with a varied landscape of rolling hills, dense forests, idyllic villages and kilometre-long sandy beaches. This diversity offers ideal conditions for unforgettable hikes in the midst of nature.
There are numerous beautiful hiking tours on Mönchgut that will delight both experienced hikers and families with children. One of the most popular trails leads along the coast from Göhren to Thiessow. On this route you can enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and breathe in the fresh sea air. Another highlight is the route from Sellin to Baabe through the granite forest - here you walk in the footsteps of times gone by and experience the mystical atmosphere of the forest up close.
For families with children, the "Pirate Trail", an exciting themed hiking trail between Lobbe and Groß Zicker, is particularly suitable. Here, little explorers can quench their thirst for adventure and learn a lot about life by the sea at the same time.
The best seasons for hiking in Mönchgut are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is pleasantly mild, nature comes to life or presents itself in colourful autumn colours and the hiking trails are less crowded.
In addition to the places already mentioned, there are many other attractive destinations for hiking on Mönchgut. These include the Granitz hunting lodge with its impressive view, the picturesque fishing village of Groß Zicker and the idyllic Reddevitzer Höft.
No matter which route you choose - when hiking in Mönchgut you will not only be physically active, but also find peace and relaxation as well as unforgettable impressions of a unique natural landscape. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on an unforgettable journey through this enchanting spot on earth!
There are numerous beautiful hiking tours on Mönchgut that will delight both experienced hikers and families with children. One of the most popular trails leads along the coast from Göhren to Thiessow. On this route you can enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and breathe in the fresh sea air. Another highlight is the route from Sellin to Baabe through the granite forest - here you walk in the footsteps of times gone by and experience the mystical atmosphere of the forest up close.
For families with children, the "Pirate Trail", an exciting themed hiking trail between Lobbe and Groß Zicker, is particularly suitable. Here, little explorers can quench their thirst for adventure and learn a lot about life by the sea at the same time.
The best seasons for hiking in Mönchgut are spring and autumn. During these months, the weather is pleasantly mild, nature comes to life or presents itself in colourful autumn colours and the hiking trails are less crowded.
In addition to the places already mentioned, there are many other attractive destinations for hiking on Mönchgut. These include the Granitz hunting lodge with its impressive view, the picturesque fishing village of Groß Zicker and the idyllic Reddevitzer Höft.
No matter which route you choose - when hiking in Mönchgut you will not only be physically active, but also find peace and relaxation as well as unforgettable impressions of a unique natural landscape. So lace up your hiking boots and set off on an unforgettable journey through this enchanting spot on earth!
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