Schinkel is a municipality in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, situated west of Kiel on the northern bank of the Kiel Canal. This region is characterized by its diverse landscapes, including the "Danish Wold" (Dänischer Wohld) peninsula and the prominent Kiel Canal, the world's busiest artificial waterway. The area offers varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, gravel biking, road cycling, hiking, and more, within a setting that emphasizes natural preservation as part of the "Öko-Region Schinkel."
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4.7
(27)
155
riders
46.4km
02:40
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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71
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20.5km
01:10
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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19.5km
01:08
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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47
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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52
riders
26.4km
01:10
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19
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32.0km
01:44
150m
150m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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17
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26.2km
01:07
130m
130m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

15
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34.2km
01:30
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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129
riders
42.7km
02:22
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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85
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51.5km
03:12
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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38
riders
68.3km
04:14
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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33
riders
66.6km
04:03
360m
360m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.5
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13
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
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6.30km
01:37
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
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3.04km
00:47
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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14
riders
34.0km
02:24
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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39.9km
02:19
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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45.1km
02:25
180m
170m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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6
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42.8km
02:44
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
5.28km
00:33
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
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9.24km
00:57
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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7.19km
00:45
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
runners
10.2km
01:07
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Schinkel offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, gravel biking, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and jogging. The region features more than 60 routes, with options suitable for different skill levels and preferences. These activities take place amidst the landscapes of the Danish Wold and along the Kiel Canal.
Touring cycling routes in Schinkel often follow the Kiel Canal and explore the Danish Wold. There are 28 touring cycling routes available. For detailed information and route suggestions, consult the guide Cycling around Schinkel.
Yes, Schinkel provides opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing the varied terrain of the Danish Wold. The landscape includes a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces suitable for gravel bikes. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Schinkel, offers route suggestions.
Road cycling in Schinkel is popular, with routes often found along the Kiel Canal and through the surrounding countryside. There are 8 road cycling routes available. The guide Road Cycling Routes around Schinkel provides specific routes and information for road cyclists.
Hiking trails in Schinkel can be found along the Kiel Canal and within the Danish Wold, offering diverse natural scenery. There are 14 hiking routes available. The guide Hiking around Schinkel details various trails for different preferences.
Schinkel offers mountain biking trails that explore the region's varied terrain. While specific numbers are not provided, the area's natural features support this activity. The guide MTB Trails around Schinkel provides information on available routes.
Schinkel is characterized by the Kiel Canal, the world's busiest artificial waterway, and the Danish Wold peninsula. The region is also part of the Öko-Region Schinkel, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices and natural preservation. These features provide diverse landscapes for outdoor activities.
Schinkel is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 39,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, Schinkel offers traffic-free cycling routes suitable for various cycling types. These routes provide a safer and more relaxed experience away from vehicle traffic. Guides such as Traffic-free bike rides around Schinkel provide specific options.
Komoot offers several guides for Schinkel, covering various sports. These include guides for Cycling around Schinkel, Gravel biking around Schinkel, Road Cycling Routes around Schinkel, Hiking around Schinkel, MTB Trails around Schinkel, and Running Trails around Schinkel.
Schinkel provides 11 dedicated jogging routes for runners. These routes offer opportunities to explore the region's natural environment on foot. The guide Running Trails around Schinkel offers detailed information for joggers.
The official website for the municipality of Schinkel is www.gemeindeschinkel.de. For general tourism information regarding Schleswig-Holstein, the Tourismus-Agentur Schleswig-Holstein can be contacted.

