Zwischenahn Meer Trail

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Zwischenahn Meer Trail

Moderate

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Zwischenahn Meer Trail

03:11

12.5km

40m

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One of the most attractive hiking trails in Northern Germany leads you around the inland waters of the spa town of Bad Zwischenahn. An easily accessible hiking trail, covered with gravel, awaits you, offering beautiful views of the lake. In addition, a unique culinary offer awaits you with numerous traditional…

Last updated: September 12, 2026

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152 m

Boardwalk through the floodplain at Zwischenahner Meer

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To the right and left of the footbridge, there is a lot of flora and fauna to discover.

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Meadow by the Delf in Bad Zwischenahn

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Here the floodplain flows quietly between the tree-lined banks. Just a few meters further it flows into the Zwischenahner Meer.

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11.4 km

Lake Zwischenahn

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I'm glad we made a stop here on our way back from the coast. Simply beautiful with great walking paths along the "sea", plenty of benches, cafés, a well-kept spa park, and a beautiful shopping street.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.72 km

1.64 km

1.00 km

137 m

Surfaces

8.33 km

1.81 km

550 m

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Weather

Saturday 10 October

13°C

7°C

56 %

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Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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Comments

May 1, 2025,Bad Zwischenahner Meer ☀️😎👫

Today we took a leisurely hike around Lake Zwischenahner Meer, with a few breaks. It was very crowded, but that didn't spoil our fun. At the end, we finished with a delicious fish sandwich and an ice cream sundae. 😋

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June 7, 2025,Regentour Zwischenahner Meer ☔️

This route is always a good option when you want to stretch your legs but don't have much time. 🌦️

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January 19, 2025,Runde ums Zwischenahner Meer

Unfortunately the sun didn't want to show itself today but the round was still beautiful with a very special atmosphere and silence

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January 4, 2026,❄️☃️Winterliche Umrundung des Zwischenahner Meeres

Last night, there was heavy snowfall at Lake Zwischenahn; the paths and surrounding landscape were mostly covered in snow and correspondingly beautiful to behold. The snow muffled the sounds, the lake lay calm, and overall, the hiking conditions were pleasant without severe frost or wind. This wonderful circular hike is certainly highly recommended at any time of year; in summer, …

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January 20, 2024,Runde Bad Zwischenahner Meer ab Fähranleger Bad Zwischenahn

The classic in Bad Zwischenahn: Once around the sea. Great views of the water and a varied route characterize the round. There are plenty of places to stop for refreshments along the way.

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January 20, 2024,Um's Zwischenahner Meer

Nice round with mild winter sun and little wind. However, the path was still frozen or muddy for about two thirds of the way, which limited the enjoyment a little. But the light and fresh air were good for us. ☺️

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April 21, 2024,von Bahnhof Bad Zwischenahn zum Bahnhof Bad Zwischenahn

The Zwischenahner Meer is also known as the pearl of the Ammerland - and rightly so. Nestled in a beautiful natural landscape, the third largest inland lake in Lower Saxony is a popular destination. The 526 hectares of lake surface are also an El Dorado for water sports enthusiasts. The name "sea" comes from the North German language.

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March 24, 2026,Runde um das Zwischenahner Meer 🌊🐟🌫️

The Zwischenahner Meer is the third largest inland lake in Lower Saxony. The Meer is 550 hectares in size and averages 3.50 m in depth. The shore is almost continuously overgrown with reeds, which offer a habitat for many bird species. Today we circled the Meer, taking our time to read the information boards and observe birds. Past villas and …

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September 2, 2026

One of the most attractive hiking trails in Northern Germany leads you around the inland waters of the spa town of Bad Zwischenahn. An easily accessible hiking trail, covered with gravel, awaits you, offering beautiful views of the lake. In addition, a unique culinary offer awaits you with numerous traditional

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