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On the Road on Four Paws

Over hill, dale, and mudflats

A vacation with a dog also means that your four-legged friend gets to enjoy some freedom. New sights and smells are just as much a part of your dog’s free time as they are for people. Whether in the woods, meadows, or along the water’s edge—in St. Peter-Ording and Eiderstedt, nature’s diversity is evident along the hiking trails and walking routes.

A person is walking with a dog on the dike in Böhl

All roads lead through Eiderstedt

Customized Tours for Everyone

Throughout the year, nature and the landscape in Eiderstedt reveal their diverse beauty. This is also reflected in the trails and paths you can explore here with your dog. From summer routes through blooming meadows and along the water’s edge to fall walks in the woods or winter strolls on the dike with the breeze on your face, and springtime salt marshes lining the paths. 

Explore the unique features of each season

Spazierweg zwischen Dünen und Wäldern

What About Health?

Paths Through Different Zones

What makes St. Peter-Ording unique is not only its natural beauty but also the health benefits that come with it. When you take your dog for a walk, you’re not only getting some exercise—the air here also does something special for you. Here, you have the unique opportunity to experience three climate zones in a single day, all of which contribute to your well-being and that of your dog. After all, your dog can also appreciate the wind, the waves, and the surroundings. From the pine forest, which offers shelter from the wind and sunlight, the path leads through the dune landscape, which captivates with gentle breezes and sweeping views. Once you reach the surf zone, you feel the full force of the wind and waves. The air flows freely through your lungs, and fine water droplets deliver the health benefits of seawater directly to your skin.

It’s the perfect way to explore all three climate zones on a long walk with your dog—or to enjoy one of them to the fullest.

Zones That Do Something for You

Pine Forest—Mild and Sheltered
Dune Landscape - A Light Breeze and a Wide View
Surf Zone - Powerful and Immediate

Out and About in the Woods

Shade, a light breeze, and trails for every distance

Did you know? The Eiderstedt Peninsula not only offers beautiful, wide beaches and flat, green landscapes perfect for walking, but you’ll also find peaceful wooded areas here. 

In the pine forest, St. Peter-Ording shows its tranquil side. On sunny days, the trails provide shade and shelter from the wind in fall and winter, offering your dog a pleasant change of pace from the open beach. A lovely loop takes you toward the Böhl Lighthouse. The trail to the Maleens Knoll observation deck also combines woods, dunes, and sweeping views. Always make sure to keep your dog on a leash on the forest trails to protect nature and other walkers, whether they have dogs or not. Outside of St. Peter-Ording, the peninsula invites you to take walks through the forests in the Katinger Watt, Garding, or Tönning.

Sunshine in the Pine Forest

Forested Areas in Eiderstedt

Did you know? The Eiderstedt Peninsula not only offers beautiful, wide beaches and flat, green countryside perfect for walking, but you’ll also find peaceful wooded areas here. We’ll tell you where!

The Katinger Watt

The Katinger Watt, located near the "Eidersperrwerk" (flood barrier) and the port town of Tönning, is a truly unique natural area. Just a few decades ago, the wild North Sea raged here; today, you’ll find a green oasis with many walking and hiking trails, bird-watching huts, and observation towers.
Katinger Watt

Pine Forest in St. Peter-Ording

In St. Peter-Ording, not only the fine sandy beach but also the rustic pine forest are waiting for you to discover them. Whether you head to the Böhl Lighthouse or the Maleens Knoll observation deck, a walk through the forest will let you get to know SPO from a whole new perspective!

Gardinger City Forest

How about a leisurely stroll through the historic old town, followed immediately by a trip to the countryside? In Garding, in the heart of Eiderstedt, that’s no problem at all, because here, urban charm blends with natural recreational areas like the Stadtwald.

Everything at a Glance

Digital Guest Card for St. Peter-Ording

In the web app, you can find your guest card for St. Peter-Ording, get information, discover activities, and book tickets. 

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