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View of the Schaalsee – Seedorf Castle loop from Salem

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Schleswig-Holstein

View of the Schaalsee – Seedorf Castle loop from Salem

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View of the Schaalsee – Seedorf Castle loop from Salem

04:43

18.3km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Schaalsee mit Niendorfer Binnensee, Priestersee und Großzecher Küchensee, Phulsee, Seedorfer Küchensee und Umgebung

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

7.78 km

Schaalsee

Highlight • Lake

Circumnavigating the Schaalsee was one of the highlights of this year's hiking season. The fog enveloped the lake in an almost mystical way, giving it a very special charm.

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2

8.06 km

Bridge between Pfuhlsee and Schaalsee

Highlight • Bridge

Between the Ratzeburg Lake and the Küchensee, there is a connection with the Schaalsee via the Schaalseekanal with Salemer See, Pipersee and Puhlsee.

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3

8.77 km

Seedorfer Küchensee (Schaalsee Nature Reserve)

Highlight • Lake

There are several places where you have a beautiful view of the lake.

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4

10.2 km

Scenic viewpoint over the Schaalsee near Seedorf

Highlight • Viewpoint

During the hike on the Werder you automatically pass these great places to take a break and enjoy the fantastic view of the lake.

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10.5 km

View of the Schaalsee

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful circular route over the Seedorfer Werder with many beautiful vantage points.

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6

11.4 km

Seedorf Castle

Highlight • Castle

Seedorf Castle is a great photo opportunity. It's privately owned, and therefore neither tours nor entry to the entire complex are permitted. It's a shame, but also understandable.

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7

11.7 km

Shore forests on the Küchensee

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Beautiful forests line the shores of Lake Küchensee. The lake is quite deep and popular for rowing – the Ratzeburg Rowing Club hosts a regatta there every year.

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17.7 km

Schaalsee Canal Bridge in Salem Seekamp

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The old, narrow Schaalsee Canal Bridge crosses the canal here in Salem Seekamp. The concrete bridge isn't particularly worth seeing, but it's important and functional. From the bridge, you also …

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18.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.6 km

2.22 km

1.68 km

817 m

Surfaces

9.12 km

5.60 km

3.20 km

316 m

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