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: January 14, 2026

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Naturpark Westensee

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3.25 km

Cranes at the Shore of Naturpark Westensee

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You can hear them from afar. And when you see them, they often fly away because they are very shy birds – cranes.

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4.31 km

Mushrooms in Schönbeker Moor

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In late summer, after the rains begin, there are many colorful mushrooms here:
One striking example is the violet chanterelle (midnight mushroom).

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4.94 km

In 2008, after 100 years of peat extraction, the moor's restoration began. The pumping stations were dismantled, the peat dumps cleared, and the drainage ditches and extraction areas were extensively …

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6.46 km

Bench with a view of the pond in Naturpark Westensee

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There's a bench with a view of the pond in just one spot. But you'll definitely want to share your picnic time with plenty of mosquitoes.

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7.25 km

Bridge Over the Höllenau

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The Höllenau connects the NP Westensee with the NP Aukrug. There she is very impressive.

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8.08 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.54 km

463 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.56 km

1.44 km

1.28 km

718 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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