Kappeln Fishing Harbor – Kappeln pedestrian zone loop from Kappeln, (Schlei)

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Kappeln Fishing Harbor – Kappeln pedestrian zone loop from Kappeln, (Schlei)

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Kappeln Fishing Harbor – Kappeln pedestrian zone loop from Kappeln, (Schlei)

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3.92km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

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Schlei

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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728 m

Kappeln Fishing Harbor

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The fishing port of Kappeln is one of the only rare intact fishing ports on the east coast. Part-time fishermen and large cutters go out on the loop every day …

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1.41 km

Kappeln pedestrian zone

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The pedestrian zone in Kappeln is really great. Lots of small and nice shops, restaurants and cafés invite you to visit.

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1.57 km

Herring Plaques in Kappeln Town Center

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The herring plates, originally an idea of the Kappeln Rotary Club, bear not only the stylized fish but also the names of their owners. For some, the brass herring was …

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1.98 km

Amanda Windmill, Kappeln

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Even today, the historic sawmill below the mill is temporarily in operation. In addition, there are also guided tours.

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3.02 km

Kappeln Town Hall Market

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Great pedestrian zone and great little town

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3.30 km

Aal & Fish Smokehouse Föh Kappeln

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As was the case over 100 years ago, eel & Co. are smoked over beechwood and alder shavings. This happens according to old tradition in Altona stoves.

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3.46 km

Kappeln Harbour Promenade

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The harbor promenade of Kappeln runs along the Schlei and offers a beautiful view of the water, the boats, and the historic harbor facilities. Along the promenade, cafés and restaurants …

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3.58 km

View of the Kappeln bascule bridge (Schleibrücke Kappeln)

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The bascule bridge was built in 1992 and has a height of 15 meters. In the past, there was a swing bridge that led directly over the herring fences.

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3.92 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.42 km

1.11 km

261 m

124 m

Surfaces

3.58 km

231 m

108 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Wednesday 21 October

12°C

7°C

45 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Comments

October 5, 2024,Kappeln - Altstadt, Mühle "Amanda", Hafen und mehr…

Today @Jennifer and I took a trip to Kappeln and walked around the harbor, the old town and the "Amanda" windmill.

With the paddle steamer and many interesting buildings, there are great highlights in Kappeln 🤩

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July 12, 2024,Kappeln Rundgang

A lovely trip to Kappeln. The large bascule bridge over the Schlei, which opens once an hour for ships, is impressive. There are even real fishing boats in the harbour. And in the middle of the Schlei is the last remaining herring fence. Its origins go back to the 15th century, when there were several herring fences here. They guided …

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June 22, 2022,Rundgang in Kappeln

Kappeln is a town on the peninsula of Fishing, lies on the Schlei and reaches up to the Baltic Sea near Olpenitz. In addition to a small port, Kappeln has several pleasure craft harbors and a number of companies that serve to supply and maintain pleasure craft.

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