Schmilau, a municipality in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, is characterized by its diverse natural landscape, making it suitable for various outdoor pursuits. The region's terrain, shaped by the last Ice Age, features dense forests, rolling hills, and expansive moors, including the Königsmoor and Bauernmoor. The southern shore of the Ratzeburger Küchensee and the Schaalseekanal further enhance the varied environment. This blend of natural features provides an ideal setting for several sports like touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, hiking, and more.
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4.9
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1,060
runners
32.5km
03:34
260m
260m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.03km
00:38
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.6km
01:20
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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357
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.2km
01:37
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150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.8km
01:45
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150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.9km
02:10
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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61
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.02km
01:49
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.02km
01:50
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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74
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44.9km
01:51
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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39.2km
01:33
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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21.3km
00:54
100m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29.8km
01:12
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110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.4km
02:40
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.26km
00:31
60m
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.3km
02:33
240m
240m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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35
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10.1km
00:46
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90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.1km
01:25
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
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23.8km
01:45
120m
120m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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28.5km
02:08
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Schmilau offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain with forests, rolling hills, and moors. Over 50 routes are available for exploration.
Schmilau's outdoor routes have been explored by more than 57,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars from over 11,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Schmilau offers 12 touring bicycle routes. These trails often follow the Schaalseekanal or explore the diverse terrain shaped by the Ice Age. For more information, refer to the Cycling around Schmilau guide.
Schmilau provides 31 hiking routes, traversing dense forests, rolling hills, and moors. The southern shore of the Ratzeburger Küchensee offers scenic waterside paths. Detailed information can be found in the Hiking around Schmilau guide.
Schmilau offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. The Family-friendly hikes around Schmilau guide provides specific routes suitable for families. These trails often feature accessible paths through varied landscapes.
Dog-friendly hiking routes are available in Schmilau. The Dog-friendly hikes around Schmilau guide lists suitable trails. It is advisable to check local regulations regarding leash requirements.
Schmilau's landscape includes the Ratzeburger Küchensee, the Schaalseekanal, and the Jutebektal valley. Expansive moors like Königsmoor and Bauernmoor, along with dense forest areas, contribute to the diverse natural environment. This varied topography is a result of Ice Age glacial activity.
Yes, Schmilau has specific routes for road cycling. The Road Cycling Routes around Schmilau guide provides details on suitable paths. These routes often utilize scenic roads through the region's varied terrain.
Schmilau offers mountain biking opportunities, including specific trails. The MTB Trails around Schmilau guide provides details on routes. The region's rolling hills and forests create suitable terrain for mountain biking.
Komoot offers several guides for Schmilau, including those for Cycling, Running, Road Cycling, and Hiking. Specialized guides for family-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy hikes are also available. Additionally, there are guides for MTB and Gravel biking.
For general inquiries regarding the administrative district that includes Schmilau, contact the Amt Lauenburgische Seen. The phone number is +49 4541 8002-0. More information about the municipality can be found on its official website.
Schmilau offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. The Easy hikes around Schmilau guide provides specific trails. These paths often traverse less challenging terrain, such as lakeside or forest trails.

