The municipality’s location on the Kiel Canal shapes its landscape. Woodland, Lindau Manor House and the Devil’s Stone in Großkönigsförde each give the surroundings a distinct character. Architectural history and local traditions add to this. When planning a visit, it is worth distinguishing between a named attraction and a circular trail through the countryside.

Canal, Forests and Manor House

The Towersee, Scharfenholz and Königsförder Wohld district forests are located within the municipality of Lindau. An avenue leads to an old manor house, which is also part of the landscape. Lindau Manor House was built in 1720 as the manor house of Lindau Castle. Memorials in Großkönigsförde and Revensdorf also shape the municipality’s landscape. Forest and canal therefore sit alongside a specific building and places of remembrance as distinct points of interest.

Devil’s Stone and Local Traditions

The Devil’s Stone in Großkönigsförde is said to be Schleswig-Holstein’s largest glacial erratic. It is a well-established stopping point for excursions and a place to rest for cyclists and walkers. According to a local legend, the devil threw the stone at Gettorf Church. Local tradition holds that the stone’s gust of air explains Gettorf’s crooked church tower. The site thus combines a named glacial erratic with stories relating to Gettorf.

A paved path for pedestrians and cyclists leads to the Devil’s Stone. Bicycle parking is available; parking for cars is limited nearby. A municipal car park is about 500 metres to the south. Check the path conditions and parking situation before setting off.

On Foot and by Bike

Hiking Route 7 – Lindau–Kiel Canal is a circular trail through the varied landscape of the southern Danish Wohld, reaching the Kiel Canal. At the Devil’s Stone, the focus is on a single stopping point for an outing and a rest; the hiking route, by contrast, takes you on a loop through the landscape. The format of each option can help you decide which is better suited to your outing. Check current path conditions before your hike.

Cycling in the Rendsburg-Eckernförde District

The Rendsburg-Eckernförde district has a signposted cycling network spanning 1,000 kilometres. The regional offer includes five long-distance cycle routes, five e-bike tours and twelve themed routes ranging from 24 to 79 kilometres. The routes pass attractions and travel through scenic countryside. This information refers to the Rendsburg-Eckernförde district. As routes may change, check the latest route information before your trip.

Places to Eat and Getting Your Bearings

Places to eat in Lindau include the Lindenkrug in Großkönigsförde and the Santorini restaurant in Revensdorf. Lindau Manor House is considered to have good transport links to Kiel and Eckernförde. Check current connections if you plan to use this information for your journey.

Discover more destinations: Borgstedt, Noer, Brodersby, Schlei-Ostsee, Osdorf, Krogaspe, Alt Duvenstedt, Schülldorf.

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