Walking Tour of Rügen Island Of Hag Stones, Thunderbolts and Royal Thrones
Germany's largest island offers a wealth of varied scenery: rugged coastlines, steep chalk cliffs, national parks, lagoons and inland lakes, and lush beech forests. On this walking tour you will also be enchanted by the Baltic seaside resorts with their distinctive architecture, dreamy fishing villages and fine white sandy beaches.
Dates and prices
- 2027
| 26.05. - 02.06.2027 | Mi. - Mi. | from CHF 1'790.- | |
| 16.06. - 23.06.2027 | Mi. - Mi. | from CHF 1'790.- |
Day 1: Switzerland - Hanover
Journey via Frankfurt to Hanover.
The last boarding point in Switzerland is Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse, at 09.10.
Day 2: Lüneburg Heath - Rügen
Walk through the charming Lüneburg Heath. Fine sandy soil with birch trees, gentle hills, dense heather and thatched heath farmsteads shape the landscape. Onward journey to Rügen. (Walking time approx. 2 hrs)
Day 3: Cape Arkona
On the north coast of Rügen, you follow a clifftop path with views over the Baltic Sea. At Rügen's northernmost point, the famous Cape Arkona, you can visit a lighthouse (not included). The route then continues to the small fishing village of Vitt and on to Putgarten. (Walking time approx. 2.5 hrs)
Day 4: Jasmund National Park
You walk along the chalk coast from the Königsstuhl to Sassnitz through ancient beech forests and enjoy the breathtaking views. Short stroll through the port town of Sassnitz. (Walking time approx. 2.5 hrs)
Day 5: Bodden - Panorama Trail
Today you will experience Rügen's bodden landscape, an insider tip among walkers! Picturesque and varied scenery, dreamlike views, villages typical of Rügen and wonderful walking trails await you. With a little luck, you may spot sea eagles or otters, which are native here.
(Walking time approx. 3 hrs)
Day 6: Clifftop Trail - Baltic Seaside Resorts
Coach journey to Putbus and a visit to the palace park. On the historic narrow-gauge railway "Rasender Roland" you travel to the popular Baltic seaside resort of Binz. After a tour of the town, you walk to Binz fishing beach. This path through the Granitz repeatedly opens up dreamlike views over the coast. (Walking time approx. 2.5 hrs)
Day 7: Rügen - Jena
Journey via Waren on the Müritz with a lunch stop in Potsdam to Jena, where you can enjoy a city tour.
Day 8: Jena - Switzerland
Return journey to Switzerland.
Deluxe-Bus
33 edle Ledersessel – nur 3 statt der üblichen 4 Sitze pro Reihe – bieten viel Platz. Geniessen Sie den grossen Sitzabstand und den Luxus, der keine Wünsche offen lässt. Die exklusive Ambiance wird Sie überzeugen.
- 33 breite, verstellbare Leder-Fauteuil-Sitze
- Grosszügige Dreierbestuhlung mit grossem Sitzabstand
- Sicherheitsgurten an jedem Sitzplatz
- Freistehender Klapptisch pro Sitz, Bewegliche Fussstützen
- 220-Volt Steckdose pro Sitzplatz *
- Klimaanlage, Toilette und Waschraum, Kühlschrank / Kaffeemaschine
- Spurassistent und Abstandtempomat *
- Gratis WLAN/Internet in Europa (ab 2018)
* die meisten Fahrzeuge der EUROBUS Flotte sind damit ausgerüstet
INCLUDED
- Journey by Deluxe coach
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Accommodation in 4* hotels, based on
double room
- 7x half board (dinner/breakfast buffet)
- Walking tour guide in the Lüneburg Heath
- Buckwheat cake tasting
- Narrow-gauge railway Rasender Roland
- Guided city tour of Jena
- Walking excursions as per programme
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Local walking tour guide from day 3
to day 6 - EUROBUS audio system §
Hotels
You will stay in selected 4* hotels (official national rating). On the island of Rügen, you will enjoy 5 nights at the 4* Parkhotel Rügen (official national rating). The hotel is surrounded by parkland and is only a few minutes' walk from the centre of Bergen. The spacious rooms are equipped with bath/WC, hairdryer, TV and minibar. In the Orchidee restaurant, you can enjoy traditional regional dishes. Hotels of equal standard if unavailable.
Additional information
REQUIREMENTS
LEISURELY WALKING
On mostly easy walks, occasionally somewhat more demanding, you will discover the true charm of your holiday destination together with like-minded people. A varied combination of coach travel and rambles through nature awaits you.
GROUP SIZE
The maximum number of participants is 36. Larger groups are generally divided into 2 ability levels, each with its own walking tour guide, taking the fitness of the guests into account. We only split into 2 groups from approximately 20 people (this varies depending on the walking tour and region). On some walking tours, no division is made even for larger groups.
WALKING TOUR GUIDES AND ROUTES
All tours are accompanied by local, German-speaking walking tour guides. The routes have been carefully selected and the individual stages checked on site to ensure everything runs smoothly. Walks and routes may be adapted depending on the weather. Programme changes reserved.
ACCOMPANYING COACH
Our coach driver will take you safely and reliably to your destination and accompany you with the coach on the daily tours. If you become tired during the excursions, you have the option of boarding the coach at various points along the way.
EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATION
To enjoy your walking tour to the full, comfortable clothing is recommended. Rain protection should also not be missing from your luggage. You will find further equipment tips in your travel documents.