Archäologisch-naturkundlicher Wanderweg Lübeck

The Archäologisch-naturkundlicher Wanderweg Lübeck is a hiking trail with multiple stations spread throughout the Waldhusener Forest that combines archaeological discoveries with natural features. A network of marked routes leads visitors to locations where information panels explain the landscape and its history.

Established in 1995, the trail was created to educate visitors about regional history spanning from the Neolithic period to modern times. Sites such as the Pöppendorf Ring Wall and megalithic tomb demonstrate how people shaped this landscape across thousands of years.

The trail displays boundary stones from 1804 that marked the border between the Free Hanseatic City of Lübeck and the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg. These markers show how the city once protected its independence and territorial limits.

The route has multiple entry points and clear signage throughout, making it easy to navigate and find your way. Information panels at various stops are maintained regularly and provide explanations that enhance your visit as you walk.

The trail also passes the Pöppendorf Manor Moor, an Ice Age depression where peat extraction took place until 1925. This activity left traces that are still visible today in how the ground is shaped.