Stormarn is a region in northern Germany characterised by its picturesque landscape and charming villages. The geographical location of Stormarn offers ideal conditions for hiking in nature. With numerous forests, lakes and rivers, there are countless opportunities here to discover the beauty of the surroundings.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Stormarn
Hiking Trail
· Hamburg
Circular hike in the Bergedorf woodland
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
6.6 km
1:40 h
44 m
44 m
Who would have thought that in Hamburg there is a "mountain" right next to another on such a dense area? Truly a village full of mountains, as the name "Bergedorf" suggests?
Hiking Trail
· Schleswig-Holstein inland
Höltigbaum Eight: In the Land of the Wild Meadows
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
8.2 km
2:00 h
43 m
43 m
Circular hike through the Höltigbaum nature reserve.
Hiking Trail
· Schleswig-Holstein inland
Hamburg premium route "North"
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
20 km
5:00 h
12 m
13 m
A circular hiking route from the Ohlstedt subway station leads through the Duvenstedter/Hansdorfer Brook back through the Wohlsdorfer Forest to the starting point. A landscape-wise easy route but particularly interesting due to wildlife such as cranes, storks, and deer at the appropriate times of day.
Hiking Trail
· Baltic Coast of Schleswig-Holstein
4 in 1 hiking route
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
12.2 km
3:05 h
50 m
49 m
On this approximately 13 kilometer long beautiful route from Bad Oldesloe to Reinfeld, you partly walk simultaneously on four supraregional hiking trails: the Via Baltica (pilgrimage route Usedom-Osnabrück), the Hanseatenweg (Hamburg-Stettin), the Travewanderweg, and the Stormarnwanderweg (Reinbek - Lübeck) - simply wonderful!
Hiking Trail
· Baltic Coast of Schleswig-Holstein
Bad Oldesloe - Brenner Moor - Nütschau Monastery - Altfresenburg - Bad Oldesloe
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
11 km
2:45 h
19 m
21 m
Circular route from Bad Oldesloe along the Trave through the Brenner Moor nature reserve to Nütschau Monastery and back to Bad Oldesloe via the Altfresenburg estate
Hiking Trail
· Baltic Coast of Schleswig-Holstein
Grabau Forest
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
4.3 km
1:04 h
18 m
18 m
Walk through the Grabau Forest near Bad Oldesloe.
Hiking Trail
· Baltic Coast of Schleswig-Holstein
Brenner Moor
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.5 km
1:30 h
35 m
35 m
Circular route through the Brenner Moor nature reserve.
Hiking Trail
· Schleswig-Holstein inland
Hike in the Wittmoor Nature Reserve
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Difficulty
easy
8.8 km
2:00 h
7 m
7 m
A roughly two-hour hike in the Wittmoor, the last raised bog in the north of Hamburg
Hiking Trail
· Schleswig-Holstein inland
Alster hiking route - Kayhude to Poppenbüttel
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
16.4 km
3:45 h
112 m
104 m
Beautiful route along the Alster. The start and end points are wonderfully accessible by HVV.
Hiking Trail
· Schleswig-Holstein inland
Mönchteich circular route
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
3.6 km
1:15 h
13 m
13 m
Along the idyllic Mönchteich, where two swans make their home, the route leads through the Trittauer Staatsforst.
One of the most beautiful walking tours in Stormarn leads along the idyllic Baltic Sea resort of Ahrensburg. Here, visitors can take a walk along the shore and enjoy the view of the glittering water. For families with children, a trip to the nearby Eekholt Wildlife Park is particularly suitable. There they can not only marvel at various animal species, but also hike along a special children's trail.
Another highlight for hiking enthusiasts is the tour around Lake Großensee. This lake is nestled in a beautiful natural landscape and offers a variety of hiking options. There are several rest areas along the lake where you can take a break and enjoy the tranquillity of nature.
The Hoisdorf manor house is also a popular starting point for hikes in Stormarn. From here you can explore various routes, including the famous "Hoisdorfer Rundweg". On this trail you pass historical buildings such as churches or manor houses as well as breathtaking viewpoints over the surrounding landscape.
The best seasons for hiking in Stormarn are spring and autumn. During this time, nature is in full bloom or shows itself in the most beautiful colours of the year. The temperatures are pleasantly mild and invite you to take long walks.
In total, Stormarn offers a variety of hiking opportunities for nature lovers and families with children. Whether along the Baltic Sea coast, around a lake or through picturesque villages - every hiking enthusiast will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore beautiful Stormarn!
Another highlight for hiking enthusiasts is the tour around Lake Großensee. This lake is nestled in a beautiful natural landscape and offers a variety of hiking options. There are several rest areas along the lake where you can take a break and enjoy the tranquillity of nature.
The Hoisdorf manor house is also a popular starting point for hikes in Stormarn. From here you can explore various routes, including the famous "Hoisdorfer Rundweg". On this trail you pass historical buildings such as churches or manor houses as well as breathtaking viewpoints over the surrounding landscape.
The best seasons for hiking in Stormarn are spring and autumn. During this time, nature is in full bloom or shows itself in the most beautiful colours of the year. The temperatures are pleasantly mild and invite you to take long walks.
In total, Stormarn offers a variety of hiking opportunities for nature lovers and families with children. Whether along the Baltic Sea coast, around a lake or through picturesque villages - every hiking enthusiast will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore beautiful Stormarn!
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