--- title: "Wingispfad" url: "https://www.niedersachsen-tourism.com/tour/wingispfad" description: "Along the circular hiking trail there are several entry points. We recommend the \"Deutscher Olymp\" as the starting point. From here, follow the orange direction arrows on white background through the Wingst Forest, past the stone grave and the Königseiche towards the Balksee nature reserve, where a short stop is worthwhile. From the observation tower, you have a great panoramic view and, with a bit of luck, can spot one of the rare white-tailed eagles.From the Balksee, the path follows the Neuhaus-Bülkauer Canal and leads through the western fringes of the Wingst. It continues on the Wingispfad into the Altkehdinger Forest nature reserve. Along this section in the east of the Wingst, there is a network of numerous hedgerows.The last part of the trail leads back into the Wingst Forest, past the old Jewish cemetery and the publicly accessible fountain at the waterworks. The observation tower at Deutscher Olymp marks the end of the 30 km long Wingispfad." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3233356/d4d020b38ee8e65d4ff71e1529200f719d7043fb4003de7b53d2d2797dfade8b/balksee-in-der-wingst-cuxland.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Wingispfad ========== - 30.66 km long - Round trip - Great panorama - Walking / hiking Balksee in der Wingst, Cuxland - 7:33 h - 30.66 km - 140 m - 140 m - -1 m - 59 m - 60 m - - Start: Deutscher Olymp observation tower, Am Olymp 7, 21789 Wingst - Destination: Deutscher Olymp observation tower, Am Olymp 7, 21789 Wingst The 30 km long circular hiking route opens up the Wingst in all its scenic diversity with forest, moor, and geest. Along the circular hiking trail there are several entry points. We recommend the "Deutscher Olymp" as the starting point. From here, follow the orange direction arrows on white background through the Wingst Forest, past the stone grave and the Königseiche towards the Balksee nature reserve, where a short stop is worthwhile. From the observation tower, you have a great panoramic view and, with a bit of luck, can spot one of the rare white-tailed eagles. From the Balksee, the path follows the Neuhaus-Bülkauer Canal and leads through the western fringes of the Wingst. It continues on the Wingispfad into the Altkehdinger Forest nature reserve. Along this section in the east of the Wingst, there is a network of numerous hedgerows. The last part of the trail leads back into the Wingst Forest, past the old Jewish cemetery and the publicly accessible fountain at the waterworks. The observation tower at Deutscher Olymp marks the end of the 30 km long Wingispfad. Read more Geocaching in der Wingst, Urlaubsregion Cuxland Wingster Wald im Cuxland, Urlaubsregion Wingst Good to know ------------ Pavements Trail (100%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions & Parking facilities **Parking** Free parking is available at the Wingst Forest Zoo car park. A limited number of less mobile visitors can also park directly at the tower. The access is also suitable for coaches. Read more **Public transportation** The hiking route is very well accessible by train. The nearest **Wingst station** is about one kilometer from the route. The station is served hourly from the directions of Cuxhaven and Hamburg. Timetable information at: Read more Additional information The path is marked with orange, open directional triangles on a white background with metal signs on the trees or, outside the forest, on posts. Read more Literature More information on hiking trails in the Wingst region at: Read more License (master data) Tourist-Information Wingst Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Near the Deutscher Olymp observation tower is the Wingst Forest Zoo. The small and lovingly designed zoo hosts a variety of different animal species, focusing on the global wildlife of forests. The zoo also includes a spacious wolf and bear enclosure. More information at: Read more Map The hiking map "WanderPfade" is available at the Wingst or can be ordered digitally . Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Operetta - Fitness - Fitness - Place of interest - Lookout tower - Theme park/Freizeitpark - Outdoor pool - Tours 3.44 km - Walking / hiking 2.29 km - Walking / hiking 2.82 km - Walking / hiking Contact 21789 Wingst Download GPX file - -