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Herzogtum Lauenburg
Besenthal

Hellbach Boardwalk Crossing – Hellbach Valley Nature Reserve loop from Besenthal

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Herzogtum Lauenburg
Besenthal

Hellbach Boardwalk Crossing – Hellbach Valley Nature Reserve loop from Besenthal

Moderate

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Hellbach Boardwalk Crossing – Hellbach Valley Nature Reserve loop from Besenthal

03:56

15.1km

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: May 15, 2026

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Hellbachtal mit Lottsee, Krebssee und Schwarzsee

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4.12 km

Hellbach Boardwalk Crossing

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Here a beautiful, winding boardwalk crossing leads over the Hellbach. It gives us a great insight into the valley, the crystal clear water of the stream and the reeds along the stream with many great egrets.

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7.21 km

Hellbach Bridge at the south shore of Drüsensee

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An idyllic wooden bridge with a wooden plank path leads over the Hellbach stream.

Next door is a good place for a rest in this beautiful natural landscape.

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8.73 km

Swimming spot at Krebssee

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Brilliant lake, idyllically situated with many bathing spots, so people spread out.

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9.64 km

View of Lottsee

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The nutrient-rich circular Lottsee offers endangered plant species a home. From the path that surrounds it, it can only be seen in a few places because the bank is overgrown. …

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10.0 km

Hellbach Valley Nature Reserve

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The nutrient-poor Krebssee is one of the cleanest lakes in northern Germany with a visibility of up to seven meters. A very beautiful piece of nature. When I'm in the area, I always like to stop by here.

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10.6 km

Bench Overlooking the Moor in Hellbachtal

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Nice place to soak up some sun and watch the birds.

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10.9 km

Schwarzsee Viewing Platform

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Nice, quiet place that invites you to linger. Good seating with a view of the lake.

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12.3 km

View of Hellbachtal

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The stable bench along the way spontaneously invites you to take a break with great views of the Hellbachtal.

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15.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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8.38 km

5.27 km

751 m

684 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.62 km

4.38 km

3.97 km

1.12 km

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