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Garz/Rügen

Welcome to Garz/Rügen, a charming destination in the north of Germany! As part of the island of Rügen, Garz impresses with its unique geographical location and its numerous special features. Whether as an excursion destination for one day or as a holiday destination for several weeks - there is always something to discover here.

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Hiking Trail · Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Caspar David Friedrich - Second Rügen Hike, 1801
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 80.5 km
Duration 19:30 h
Ascent 228 m
Descent 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 ...

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Island of Rügen
Long Distance Hiking · Rügen
Main hiking route Rügen
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 140.8 km
Duration 41:00 h
Ascent 621 m
Descent 654 m

The main Rügen hiking trail takes us 140 km from Cape Arkona at the very north of the island to Altefähr station on the Strelasund.

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Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route (D-Route 2)
Premium content Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 1,072.8 km
Duration 74:00 h
Ascent 2,438 m
Descent 2,457 m

The Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route or D-Route 2 runs along the entire German Baltic Sea coast from the Danish to the Polish border.

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Hiking Trail · Rügen
Rügen crossing
Premium content Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 94.6 km
Duration 23:07 h
Ascent 244 m
Descent 205 m

Chalk cliffs, sea breeze, and wide beaches: Hiking on Rügen becomes a journey of discovery. Every step opens up new views over the Baltic Sea, bays ...

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from Jarle Sänger,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route
Distance 97.4 km
Duration 24:40 h
Ascent 644 m
Descent 675 m

The seventh Rügen hike by Caspar David Friedrich ran through the inland of the island of Rügen from Sassnitz to Stralsund. During this route, the ...

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Island of Rügen
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route
Distance 159.9 km
Duration 40:15 h
Ascent 1,125 m
Descent 1,063 m

The first confirmed documented hike on Rügen was led by Caspar David Friedrich in June 1801, coming from Greifswald, from the Glewitz ferry in ...

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Island of Rügen
Long Distance Hiking · Rügen
E10 long-distance path on Rügen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 95.3 km
Duration 23:20 h
Ascent 287 m
Descent 331 m

Moränenweg - following glacial beauties

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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Tourist Board
Hiking Trail · Rügen
To Palmer Ort on Rügen
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 7.7 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 13 m
Descent 13 m

Lonely beaches, silence, waterfowl, and fields stretching to the horizon – these are the diverse impressions during this hike.

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Bicycle Rides · Stralsund
Great Strelasund route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 52.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 83 m
Descent 83 m

This route takes you along and over the Strelasund. From asphalt to gravel, here you get a bit of everything.

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from Tourismuszentrale Stralsund,   Tourismuszentrale Stralsund
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 4.6 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 11 m
Descent 11 m

This short but naturally and historically interesting route goes through the nature reserve at Kniepower Lake.

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Situated in the heart of Rügen, Garz is surrounded by picturesque landscapes such as forests, lakes and beaches. The town itself inspires with its historic architecture and idyllic market square. A special highlight are the numerous cycling and hiking trails, which are perfect for exploring the surrounding area.

Touristically relevant are above all Spyker Castle and the nearby Jasmund National Park with its famous chalk cliffs. Garz also has a lot to offer culturally: Concerts, museum exhibitions and theatre performances take place regularly.

Local specialities such as fish dishes or hearty meat variations from regional production provide culinary delights. Those who like to be active can look forward to water sports such as sailing or surfing or relax with a game of golf.

The best seasons for outdoor activities are spring to autumn; those who don't want to miss out on exercise even in rainy weather will find help in indoor sports facilities. For particularly beautiful views, we recommend a trip to Cape Arkona at the tip of Rügen - this is where the Baltic Sea and the Bodden meet!

Garz/Rügen is definitely worth a trip and offers something for everyone. Let our Travel Guide inspire you and plan your next holiday in this idyllic region of Germany!

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