Nature trips in Germany are the Germans' favorite. The versatile nature travel destinations show that you don't have to travel far to experience breathtaking moments. In this article, I have given you the ten most beautiful Nature travel destinations in Germany compiled. From north to south - in all directions you can discover beautiful nature in Germany.
The north - nature destinations in Germany
Especially the North Sea and the Baltic Sea are popular nature destinations in Germany. Here are my tips for your sustainable journey to the north of Germany.
Wadden Sea
In the north of the country lies Germany's largest national park: the Wadden Sea. The unique species-rich wetland with its flat, wide sandy beaches stretches over 450 km. The rough, stormy sea, shaped by the tides, dominates nature. Only some very adapted animal species can survive here. Especially bird lovers get their money's worth here. On numerous viewing platforms you can observe the animals in the bird sanctuaries.
The difference between high and low tide can be up to seven meters, so you can have a great swim at high tide and walk through the mudflats for hours at low tide.
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Neuwerk island
When the water recedes, a path leads from the North Sea town of Cuxhaven through the Wadden Sea to the small island of Neuwerk, which is about ten kilometers from the mainland. During the hike you can get to know the Wadden Sea from its most beautiful side: observe animals, sink into the mudflats or slither in the silt. Pure nature!
Within half an hour you can walk around the island once. If you want to follow the nature further, you can walk from Neuwerk to the island Scharhörn. The island is inhabited by a bird keeper all year round and can be entered only with prior notice.
An overnight stay in a hay hotel rounds off your nature adventure perfectly. If you don't want to walk back, you can take the boat or the wading car.
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Borkum
On the border with Holland, lies the East Frisian island of Borkum. On the island, with a few exceptions, cars are prohibited. Free from exhaust fumes and smog, you can enjoy the salt and iodine air, which has a positive effect on your health. It is not for nothing that Borkum is a North Sea spa.
In the eastern part of the island is a bird sanctuary, which may not be entered. In addition, there is the Tüskendörsee, which is a nature reserve.
On the dike, which protects the island from storm tides, you can walk and enjoy the peace and quiet. In the summer months the island is quite crowded, so you should rather come in the off-season. Besides a seawater wave pool, there are numerous sports and entertainment facilities.
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The East - nature travel destinations in Germany
Germany's east has a lot to offer! Especially in the mountains you can enjoy nature that you might not have expected in Germany. These are my tips for your nature trip to the east of Germany.
Fischland Darß
In the course of time, this 50 km long peninsula chain "Fischland Darß", connected by dikes, has grown together. It belongs to the "National Park Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft". Besides the typical dunes and beaches you can hike or cycle along the impressive cliffs and enjoy the view. The island is considered a bird paradise. In spring and autumn, huge flocks of cranes rest here.
The climate on the Baltic Sea is less harsh than on the North Sea and the difference between the tides is smaller, so you can really swim here. If you like water sports, Fischland Darß is your perfect nature destination.
The small resorts of Ahrenshoop, Prerow and Zingst, where there is a pier where you can virtually walk into the sea, are definitely worth a visit.
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Saxon Switzerland - Elbe Sandstone Mountains
Saxon Switzerland is the German part of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, which are home to a variety of bizarrely shaped sandstone rocks. In addition to hiking and biking tours, there are staircases such as the Rübezahlstiege or the Rotkehlchenstiege, where you can overcome large differences in altitude within a short time. If you are particularly brave, you can try rock climbing. The absolute highlight is spending the night on a rocky outcrop.
A tourist attraction is the rock formation Bastei. On a viewing platform you can look down 200 meters to the Elbe and marvel at the gorge system. In the town of Rathen there is an open-air stage made of stones, where plays are performed in the summer. Culturally interesting is also the open-air museum in the fortress Königstein.
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Mecklenburg Lake District - Fleesensee
In the middle of Mecklenburg-Vorpommer lies the Mecklenburg Lake District. The landscape is hilly and dotted with numerous lakes, such as the Kölpinsee, the Plauer See or the Krakower See. Lake Müritz is the second largest lake in Germany, but it is very shallow at 30 meters. On a boat tour you can get acquainted with the surrounding nature.
If you like it a bit fancier, then a stay in one of the hotels in the Fleesensee vacation reservoir on the lake of the same name is recommended. The hotels were built only a few years ago and offer a very large range of leisure and entertainment facilities.
Do you want to relax from the stressful everyday life, enjoy the seclusion and not give up a little luxury, then this place is perfect for you.
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The south - nature destinations in Germany
The nature in the south of Germany is unique and must not be missing in the list of nature travel destinations in Germany, of course.
Berchtesgadener Land
In the southeastern tip of Germany lies the Berchtesgadener Land, one of the most breathtaking nature destinations in Germany. Lush greenery, pristine landscapes and imposing mountains, such as the Watzmann, the two highest peak in Germany, await you here.
The Berchtesgadener Land is home to the Berchtesgaden National Park, which is characterized by many gorges and valleys as well as rare flora and fauna. In the middle of the national park lies the Königssee. With its picturesque scenery and super clean water, it is an absolute highlight.
With the cable car you can go up to the 1613 m high Predigtstuhl and enjoy the fantastic panorama from here.
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