Landscape exploration route

3:15 h
48.67 km
45 m
45 m
-1 m
14 m
15 m

Unique in Germany: Only here in Dangast and Varel do the various landscape types geest, moor, mudflat, marsh, and forest come together so closely.

8 artistically designed stations provide information about these landscape areas.

Signposted bike and hiking route around Varel

The landscape exploration route Varel – the somewhat different bike(hiking) route. Only here in Dangast and Varel do the various landscape types geest, moor, mudflat, marsh, and forest come together so closely that, according to the National Park House Dangast, it is unique in Germany. At eight stations you will receive information about the individual landscape themes. The special thing about the landscape exploration route is that it was developed and is maintained solely by volunteers.

Best to visit

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Directions

The circular route leads off the main roads on paved paths along the World Heritage National Park Wadden Sea. The Varel harbor, in addition to some sights like the curiosity museum Spijöök and the smallest pub in the world, also offers a lot in terms of cuisine. From Varel harbor, it continues to the city center.

Equipment

windproof rain jacket, drinks, sunscreen, head covering/bike helmet

Directions & Parking facilities

If you want to start in Dangast, take exit "Varel/Bockhorn" on the A29. From there, follow the road for about 6 km to Dangast.

A paid parking option is available in Dangast directly at the beach.

Additional information

More information about the landscape exploration route: https://www.agenda-varel.de/agenda-varel/landschafts-erkundungspfad/

East Friesland cycling information service (rest areas, public toilets, bike repair shops, etc.): https://radapp.grenzenlos-aktiv.de/

License (master data)

Agenda Varel