The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Germany, Germany

October 27, 2021 Enedina Augsburger

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1. Philosopher’s Walk

Philosophenweg, 69120 Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany http://www.tourism-heidelberg.com/explore/historical-sights/heiligenberg/philosophers-walk/index_eng.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,754 reviews

Philosopher’s Walk

This famous path along the Neckar River has been frequented by numerous famous philosophers throughout history.

Reviewed By AzzurroTiffany

Nice walk in the wonderful nature surrounding the city; different paths for different levels of exercise/panoramic spots, it fills your eyes with beauty in all seasons and weather conditions.

2. Zugspitze

Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria Germany +49 8821 7970 [email protected] http://zugspitze.de/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 4,079 reviews

Zugspitze

At nearly 10,000 feet, Germany's highest peak is a popular ski area during the winter and a challenging hiking trail during the rest of the year.

Reviewed By monideepad - Bangalore District, India

My son and I were visiting my sister and family at Erlangen. We planned a day-trip to Zugspitze. So, it was my sister, brother-in-law, niece,nephew, my son and me. We were joined by my sister’s friend, her husband and daughter... We took the train from Erlangen to Nürnberg as early as 7am. We then took the train from Nürnberg to München and changed to another train from München to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. After that, we took the cogwheel train from Zugspitzbahnhof to Gletscherbahnhof located at the height of 2,588 metres above sea level. We walked to the south part of the mountain which is the Zugsitzplatt, a high ‘karst’ (formed from the dissolution of soluble rocks such as limestone) plateau with many caves. Three glaciers, the two largest in Germany namely, Northern Schneeferner and Höllentalferner and the third namely, Southern Schneeferner lie on the flanks of Zugspitze. The highest mountain in Germany, Zugspitze was named after the “Zugbahnen” or avalanche paths down the mountain’s notoriously steep north face and summit. Less than two weeks prior to this trip to Zugspitze in the German Alps, my husband, my son and I, had been to two more glaciers, Mt. Titlis and Glacier 3000 in the Swiss Alps. On both occasions, we had met bright, sunny weather. However, at Zugspitze, there was not the faintest sign of the sun. It felt very different and was indeed a welcome change to have good snowfall instead. It felt more like a Winter Wonderland than any other snow clad peak I have visited and I felt very close to Nature. We climbed as high up as the Church Maria Heimsuchung, which stands at the height of almost 3000 metres above sea level, defying sun, storm, wind and snow. I felt that this house of God, standing in solitude, like a sentinel in the vast expanse of snow, provides peace and protection to the skiers and winter sports enthusiasts during their visits to the glacier. On enquiring, I learnt that Catholic and Protestant Mass are celebrated on a regular basis depending on weather conditions. I felt deep reverence, not only for the Creator but also for this tiny little place of prayer as I stood high up in the snow clad mighty mountain with snow flakes falling all over us. The children had put in their snow suits and they paid no heed to the constant drizzle of snowflakes. They were busy swooping down on slides and toboggans; climbing up and sliding down again. We were constantly alert about making it back in time for the train, but we did not want to miss out on going to the Zugspitze summit. So, we made a dash for the Gletscherbahn cable car station from where cable cars runs every 10 minutes between the Zugspitz glacier and the summit. We barely had about 20 minutes to spend at the summit in order to be able to catch the last cable car down. So we rushed out being careful to remain on the German side It is said that on a clear day, four countries : Germany, Austria, Italy and Switzerland can be seen from the Zugspitze. However, standing in the Zugspitze platform that offered a 360 degrees view, we looked north, south, east and west; but it was too foggy and musty and there coupled with snowfall, the view was totally obscured and we could see nothing beyond a couple of metres. The only regret I felt was that we could not spot the famous golden summit cross. Given a chance, I would have loved taking a picture standing by its side. For our return, we took the aerial tram right upto Garmisch-Partenkirchen and trains to München, Nürnberg and Erlangen respectively.

3. Zoo Leipzig

Pfaffendorfer-Strasse 29, 04105, Leipzig, Saxony Germany +49 341 5933385 [email protected] http://www.zoo-leipzig.de
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4.5 based on 2,664 reviews

Zoo Leipzig

Erkunden Sie eine faszinierende Wildnis – mitten in Leipzig. Bei uns erleben Sie Artenvielfalt pur und naturnah gestaltete Lebensräume in sechs aufregenden Erlebniswelten. Sie erfahren, warum Natur- und Artenschutz wichtig sind und können 365 Tage im Jahr auf Entdeckungstour gehen.

Reviewed By kirstenw235 - Bad Homburg, Germany

I just spent the day at Zoo Leipzig with my 3 daughters, ages 10, 13, and 17. What a fantastic place! It took us about 6 hours to get through the entire zoo. As with most city zoos, space is at a premium, but this zoo is laid out well, the animals seem very happy, and there are multiple viewing opportunities at each exhibit. Nearly every single plaque is fully translated in English too, which is really great. Also, there are many Coronavirus precautions in place. Lots of sanitizing stations, and masks are required in all the buildings. Definitely a great way to spend the day! Highly recommended!!

4. Erlebnis Zoo Hannover

Adenauerallee 1, 30175, Hannover, Lower Saxony Germany +49 511 280740 [email protected] http://www.zoo-hannover.de/
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4.5 based on 1,346 reviews

Erlebnis Zoo Hannover

Reviewed By 122tracyn - County Durham, United Kingdom

Lovely day out. Lots of enclosures being up dated . Walk through areas which children and adults enjoy eg pelicans , wallaby, under ground to see penguins, seals, polar bears. Food reasonably priced and toilet facilities clean. Worth a visit.

5. Tiergarten Nuernberg

Am Tiergarten 30, 90480 Nuremberg, Bavaria Germany +49 911 54546 [email protected] http://www.tiergarten.nuernberg.de/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,085 reviews

Tiergarten Nuernberg

Tiergarten Nuremberg is set in an extraordinary and unique landscape. By taking a walk through the large, densely wooded park the visitors discover open-air enclosures skilfully fitted into the red sandstone of the region. Watch dolphins and sea lions swim and play in the open air at the Dolphin Lagoon. Explore life at the Amazon, complete with rainfall periods, at the Manatee House. Go to the Blue Saloon with its vast panorama windows and experience the fascinating underwater world of both manatees and dolphins. Children will love the Kinderzoo, where they can pet animals and discover a lot more...

Reviewed By Blondebride86 - Adelaide, Australia

We had a lovely visit here on Boxing Day with our 2 year old daughter. So many of the animals have inside enclosures and the whole zoo is in a huge woodland with gorgeous walks between the large exhibits. We couldn’t believe how close we could get to some of the animals without glass between us (giraffes and rhinos in particular). The Manatees are also amazing. Highly recommended and they are open every day of the year!

6. Black Forest High Road

Baden-Wurttemberg Germany +49 6330 51009 http://www.black-forest-travel.com/high-road
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4.5 based on 78 reviews

Black Forest High Road

Scenic road through the heart of the northern black forest. Baden-Baden to Freudenstadt.

Reviewed By Beerlover43

Beautiful drive, the road is in excellent condition ,there are plenty off pull-offs for pictures and there a Gasthaus every few kilometres it seems

7. Zoom Erlebniswelt

Bleckstr. 47, 45889 Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia Germany +49 209 95450 [email protected] http://www.zoom-erlebniswelt.de
Excellent
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4.5 based on 644 reviews

Zoom Erlebniswelt

8. Mittelrhein Klettersteig

Muhltal/St.Remigiusplatz, 56154 Boppard, Rhineland-Palatinate Germany +49 6742 3888
Excellent
69%
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

Mittelrhein Klettersteig

9. Wildpark Alte Fasanerie Klein-Auheim

Fasaneriestrasse, 63456 Hanau, Hesse Germany +49 6181 690676 [email protected] http://www.erlebnis-wildpark.de/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 161 reviews

Wildpark Alte Fasanerie Klein-Auheim

Reviewed By RoySproson - Hanau, Germany

I visit the Fasanerie with friends and family each year at different times of the year. We always enjoy the promenade to see the animals which are well known , goats , wild boar , sheep and exotic , lynx , wolves , owls , deer , bison......in vast open space within the forest at the Western edge of Hanau. There is a learning space which is interactive. In the summer , there are drinks and ice cream to rehydrate thirsty visitors. There is an adventure park for the younger members of the family . The service is smiling but discrete and the price is low - the children can also feed the goats and sheep. Highly recommended for visitors to the region.

10. Ostseebad Warnemunde

Warnemunde, Rostock, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania Germany +49 381 5192626 http://www.warnemuende-guide.de/sehenswertes/leuchtturm-warnemuende
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 984 reviews

Ostseebad Warnemunde

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