Thalasso Therapy Trail 5 - Schnatermannweg

You start in the seaside resort of Markgrafenheide at the "Borwin" car park, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the ferry terminal. From here, a hiking trail leads into the Rostock Heath to Schnatermann - it starts behind the imposing wooden statue of Borwin and the accompanying information board. The Schnatermann nature reserve is the habitat of many protected and endangered animals and plants such as the black woodpecker, tree falcon and lily of the valley. From the "Schnatermann" you can enjoy the unique view of the Warnow estuary, which is called "Breitling" in Rostock. At low tide, the Schnatermannstein can also be seen. According to legend, a ship sank here in winter. The only survivor saved himself on the huge boulder and could only "snatch" from the icy cold when locals found him. Follow the path for approx. 400 m and then turn right onto the smaller forest path with existing signs for Thalasso Therapy Trail 5. After approx. 1 km, this leads onto Fesselbrandsweg, which you turn right onto again. After crossing the Bauernwiesenschneise, continue straight ahead (from here Stuthofer Schneise) to the Mittelschneise. Turn right into this lane and walk straight ahead until you reach the first crossroads. Turn left into the Alte Stuthöfer Schneise and after another 500 metres you will reach the Stutöfer Weg. Follow this for approx. 1.5 kilometres to the right towards the traditional "Schnatermann" inn, where you can take a short break in the seasonally open beer garden. Special note: the last kilometre to the Schnatermann leads you along a road with little traffic. The way back takes you via Schnatermannschneise and Bauernwiesenschneise back onto Fesselbrandsweg, which you turn left onto. The Katthäger Weg then leads you back to the Borwin car park.

Part of the 1 km route runs along a road with little traffic

Light hiking boots

Stopover at the traditional Schnatermann inn (beer garden open in season)

• A 19 motorway towards Rostock-Überseehafen until exit 5-Rostock-Nord and continue towards  Graal-Müritz
• follow the signs to Markgrafenheide
• the "Borwin" car park is located opposite the Forsthaus and the restaurant and café "Utspann"

or

• from the A 20 motorway exit Rostock-West via the West feeder road and the B 103 directly to Warnemünde
• follow the signs to the Hohe Düne ferry and cross over
• follow the Hohe Düne road to the Markgrafenheide seaside resort and head for the "Borwin" car park on the right-hand side and opposite the "Utspann" restaurant and café

Borwin car park (free of charge), increased car traffic in high season

Arrival by car and / or bus, on foot and / or bicycle possible

e.g. e.g. from Rostock main station: Tram 2 to "Dierkower Kreuz", from there bus 18 towards "Hohe Düne", get off at "Rostock Schulzenwiese" or "Markgrafenheide"

Health holidays in the Hanseatic and university city of Rostock

Discover the spa trails with the free audio guides.Easy exercises and interesting facts about the region ensure an entertaining and relaxing hiking experience.

Information & tips on climatic hiking and walking

1. Exercise in the fresh air is good for every body at any age and in every season.
2. Walking on the forest floor is more sheltered from the wind and sun than on the beach. The atmosphere of the forest allows the body to rest more quickly.
3. The air in the surf zone is in constant motion and contains maritime aerosol, the effect of which is similar to a natural inhaler.
4. The sea edge is the zone with the highest air purity, which is particularly suitable for allergy sufferers.
5. A walk on the beach against the wind strains and trains the joints and muscles more than a hike on solid forest ground.
6. When climate hiking, wear sportswear and sturdy shoes appropriate to the season.

Markgrafenheide, "Borwin" car park

Markgrafenheide, "Borwin" car park

The Thalasso Therapy Trail 5 - Schnatermannweg is suitable for handbikes. Accessibility tested: partially accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users.

This offer has been classified according to the criteria of the nationwide "Travelling for All" label and is entitled to receive the award in the period
December 2022 - November 2025 to carry the "Accessibility tested" label and the associated pictograms and to use them in accordance with the contract.