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Schleswig-Holstein

Schaalsee Canal – Avenue of Old Trees loop from Salem

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Schleswig-Holstein

Schaalsee Canal – Avenue of Old Trees loop from Salem

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4.6

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Schaalsee Canal – Avenue of Old Trees loop from Salem

01:26

23.7km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

14 m

St. Bartholomäus Chapel Salem

Highlight • Religious Site

The St. Bartholomew's Chapel in Salem stands on a small hill and is therefore easy to see from afar. At the top of the church you have beautiful views of Salem and the lake from the elevated position.

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2

2.02 km

Lindenallee

Highlight • Natural

3

7.57 km

Ancient Tree Avenue

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

After many paving stone paths, this section was a recovery for butts and eyes.

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4

15.8 km

Asphalt Path Between Schmilau and Ratzeburg

Highlight • Cycleway

Good route and connection to Schmilau, or towards Farchau.

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5

16.1 km

Schaalsee Canal

Highlight • River

So beautiful there! The path leads off to the Farchauer Mill!

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6

16.2 km

Schaalsee Canal

Highlight • River

The approximately 6 km long Schaalseekanal is a popular water hiking trail, as it connects the Ratzeburg lake with the Schaalsee. It is also a power plant canal for the Farchau hydropower plant.

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7

19.2 km

Salemer Weg — tree-lined cycle path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

On the way to Berlin a nice car-free route between trees and in the forest, highly recommended!

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8

22.2 km

Avenue of Old Trees

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

This avenue leads to the forest 🌳 and is almost car-free

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23.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

4.91 km

4.05 km

3.38 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.1 km

4.46 km

1.62 km

1.45 km

< 100 m

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Monday 20 July

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