{"id":4999,"date":"2020-10-26T12:57:44","date_gmt":"2020-10-26T11:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/the-trail\/"},"modified":"2025-10-05T17:35:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T15:35:03","slug":"the-trail","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/en\/the-trail\/","title":{"rendered":"The Trail"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Nord S\u00fcd Trail is a unique long-distance hiking trail through Germany that connects existing routes. With a total length of 3,700 kilometers, it stretches from the northernmost point of Germany on the island of Sylt to the southernmost point, Haldenwanger Eck, making it Germany\u2019s longest long-distance hiking trail. Similar to the Appalachian Trail in the USA, Te Araroa in New Zealand, Sentiero Italia in Italy, and Hexatrek in France, Germany now has its own iconic long-distance hiking route: the Nord S\u00fcd Trail.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text]

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guarantee maximum hiking enjoyment through Germany’s most beautiful landscapes. Enjoy the probably most varied long-distance hiking trail in Europe on wonderful predicate and premium hiking trails. Included are the European Long Distance Trail E1, Heidschnuckenweg, Sigwardsweg, Weserbergland-Weg, M\u00e4rchenlandweg, Kassel-Steig, Habichtswaldsteig, Urwaldsteig-Edersee, Waldecker Weg, Diemelsteig, Rothaarsteig, Lahn-Dill-Bergland-Pfad, Westerwaldsteig, Natursteig Sieg, Rheinsteig, Soonwaldsteig, Saar-Hunsr\u00fcck-Steig, F\u00fcnf-Kreise-Weg, Panoramaweg Sankt Wendeler Land, Jakobsweg, Veldenz Wanderweg, Pf\u00e4lzer H\u00f6henweg, Westpfalz-Wanderweg, Pf\u00e4lzer Weinsteig, Saar-Rhein-Wanderweg, Rheinauenweg 3, Odenwald Vogesenweg, Nordrandweg, Westweg, Main-Neckar-Rhein-Weg, Schluchtensteig, Querweg and the Bodensee-Rundwanderweg, Wandertrilogie Allg\u00e4u.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text]

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Natural landscapes as diverse as they come. Germany\u2019s national parks, nature parks, and biosphere reserves are true treasures of nature. They offer breathtaking landscapes, rare animal species, and exciting experiences for everyone who loves the outdoors. When exploring Germany\u2019s national parks and protected areas, please do so with respect and adhere to the established rules.\r\n–<\/span> National parks<\/a> in Germany are areas where nature is largely left undisturbed. Their motto is: \u201cLet nature be nature.\u201d These protected zones are strictly regulated, allowing plants and animals to thrive without human intervention.\r\n–<\/span> Nature parks<\/a>, on the other hand, are vast protected landscapes where humans and nature coexist harmoniously. While national parks often preserve untouched wilderness, nature parks balance agriculture, tourism, and conservation, ensuring they work hand in hand.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1718344747385{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/linien-quer.png?id=251) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column]

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Over 90,000 meters of total elevation gain\r\nmake for a significant physical challenge. While the Nord-S\u00fcd-Trail (NST) and its 90,000 meters of elevation gain don\u2019t quite match the scale of major international long-distance trails, don\u2019t be fooled. The first 900 kilometers traverse the flat North German Plain, with minimal or no inclines. This means the majority of the elevation gain is concentrated across the remaining 2,682 kilometers. The Nord-S\u00fcd-Trail should not be underestimated! Even though it\u2019s not a pure wilderness trail, the physical demands remain intense \u2013 after all, you\u2019ll be covering over 3,000 kilometers on foot. Make sure to prepare thoroughly for this adventure!<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”64px”][vc_row_inner row_content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1672231937038{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/h2-bckg-img-05.png?id=3246) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: contain !important;}”]

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Only 15% of the trail runs on asphalt or roads. Compared to pure wilderness trails, this might seem high, but keep in mind that Germany is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. At the same time, this figure highlights how many natural hiking paths still exist here. However, those seeking the solitude of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) or Hexatrek might find the Nord S\u00fcd Trail (NST) disappointing. The Nord S\u00fcd Trail is a cultural and historical hiking route \u2013 similar to the world\u2019s most famous and beloved pilgrimage trail: the Camino de Santiago. So, if you\u2019re not just looking for untouched nature and seclusion but also want to experience diverse landscapes, culture, history, and architecture, as well as get to know the country and its people, this trail is perfect for you.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”64px”][vc_row_inner row_content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1672231937038{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/h2-bckg-img-05.png?id=3246) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: contain !important;}”]

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In 2020, over 1,700 people followed the first thru-hike of the NST virtually. Even back then, it became clear what potential this long-distance trail holds and how much interest there is in a national route. Since then, this app has evolved into our primary communication platform and has played a key role in establishing a vibrant hiker culture around the NST in Germany.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text]

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The Nord S\u00fcd Trail crosses or touches ten federal states in total. On this unique route, you’ll experience a variety of landscapes, architecture, dialects, regional specialties, villages, cities, and the diverse mentalities of the people. Unfortunately, it was not possible to include all federal states in the Nord S\u00fcd Trail. The background and considerations behind this route can be found in this blog article<\/a>. Perhaps one day, an equally hiking-enthusiastic team will create a West-East Trail to cover these beautiful regions as well.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner row_content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1672231937038{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/h2-bckg-img-05.png?id=3246) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: contain !important;}”]

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Along its route, the trail passes through 601 communities<\/span><\/span> and 76 districts \u2013 an impressive cross-section of the entire country. Communities<\/span><\/span> are the smallest administrative units in Germany \u2013 cities, towns, or associations of smaller villages. Here, hikers experience the true diversity of everyday life: different dialects, architecture, regional cuisine, and living traditions.<\/span>\r\nDistricts, on the other hand, encompass several municipalities and represent the larger regional areas the trail traverses \u2013 stretching from the North Sea coast, across the central uplands, all the way to the Alps.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1704375763157{padding-top: 65px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.xn--nordsdtrail-xhb.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/h1-img-26.png?id=174) !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”9932″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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