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The pretty hiking trail mostly leads directly along the lake... benches invite you to linger along the way.

The town center of Ratzeburg is completely surrounded by three lakes... there is plenty of nature to discover on all sides.

Remarkable city location on the lake with many sights and good infrastructure.

The Ratzeburg Cathedral (also: Cathedral of St. Mary and St. John the Evangelist) is an outstanding example of Romanesque brick architecture in Northern Germany.

It lies picturesquely before us, the 180 hectare Küchensee near Ratzeburg. A fantastically beautiful circular hiking trail leads around the lake for around 8 kilometers. Along the way, there are magical rest areas with a view of the water, some on footbridges that extend into the lake. The Küchensee hike is a wonderful tour for the whole family. The sights include the Farchauer Mill in the south of the Großer Küchensee and of course the old town of Ratzeburg on the Dominsel, which can be reached via the narrow-gauge railway embankment. There are several bathing spots along the way. The shady forest sections on this hike also offer cooling off on hot days.

The Ratzeburg Cathedral stands in an elevated position on the western shore of the Domsee and can be seen from all directions, even from a distance. Here, directly opposite the eastern shore of the Domsee, you have some of the best views of the cathedral across the lake.

A trip to Ratzeburg is definitely worth it. History in the old town and nature by the lake.

The lake has very clear water and is ideal for many water sports.