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Schleswig-Flensburg
Selk

Gottorf Castle – Haithabu Viking Village loop from Selk

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Germany
Schleswig-Holstein
Schleswig-Flensburg
Selk

Gottorf Castle – Haithabu Viking Village loop from Selk

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Gottorf Castle – Haithabu Viking Village loop from Selk

00:59

14.7km

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 31, 2025

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6.12 km

Old District Railway Line Schleswig–Station Cycle Path

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Old railway line between the castle and the train station. Gravel surface relatively easy to drive on and sufficiently wide. Muddy if wet.

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7.57 km

Gottorf Castle

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A beautiful castle that should be seen. A visit is highly recommended. Even as a child, I was particularly fascinated by the bog bodies and the Nydam boat.

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9.81 km

A nice view of Schleswig and the Schlei.

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10.3 km

View of Schleswig Cathedral

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Great view, recommended at any time of year...with mustard☺️

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11.0 km

Haithabu Viking Museum

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Here, at the narrow point between the Schlei branch of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, the important Viking sea trading center Haithabu flourished between the 8th and 11th …

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11.7 km

Haithabu Viking Museum and the Danevirke

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The Haithabu Viking Museum is not only architecturally attractive, but also a real cultural institution in Schleswig-Holstein. As a visitor, you immerse yourself in Viking history. Rune stones, jewelry, coins …

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12.1 km

Haithabu Viking Houses

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The Viking settlement costs entry, I think 9 euros, but the museum is included. It's really worth it

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12.1 km

Haithabu Viking Village

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Very interesting reconstruction of seven Viking houses, parts of which were found during excavations. The reconstruction was carried out taking into account the historical handicraft techniques and materials. You can …

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14.7 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.39 km

3.84 km

2.29 km

2.24 km

1.97 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.19 km

2.71 km

2.12 km

1.28 km

413 m

< 100 m

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