Rüdeheck is located right by the Mühlenteich, which is also known here as Rüder See. The body of water brings together a historical connection with opportunities for nature observation and fishing: monks from the Rudekloster dammed it; birds and water spiders can be observed by the water. Other attractions in the municipality of Glücksburg include trails through the Friedeholz forest and across Holnis, an interactive energy park and Glücksburg Castle. You can plan your stay around different interests—from observing the shoreline to longer hiking routes and historic sites.
Mühlenteich and Rüder See
The names Mühlenteich and Rüder See refer here to the same body of water. Its history goes back to the monks of Rudekloster, who dammed the Mühlenteich. Today, visitors can observe birds and water spiders by the water. Those interested in fishing will find pike, bream, eels, tench and roach in the pond. A valid fishing licence and an additional fishing permit are required. Observing nature and fishing offer different ways to experience the same body of water: one activity focuses on birds and water spiders, the other on the fish species listed and the permits required.
Friedeholz: Forest, megalithic tombs and nature playground
Friedeholz extends through the municipality of Glücksburg from the town centre to Schausende, reaches the sea and covers around 300 hectares. In the forest, the Dolmen Trail, which is several kilometres long, leads to ten Stone Age megalithic tombs. The trail therefore has an archaeological focus, distinguishing it from other recreational attractions in Friedeholz: there is also a wild boar enclosure, where visitors can stop and observe the animals, as well as a nature playground. Visitors can thus choose between a trail to historic tombs, wildlife observation and a playground as reasons to visit the area.
Hiking on Holnis
On the Holnis peninsula, a 400-hectare nature reserve lies within the municipality of Glücksburg and is protected by NABU Schleswig-Holstein. A ten-kilometre hiking trail runs across the peninsula and through the nature reserve of the same name. This provides a longer hiking option compared with a shorter route described here, such as the Brusmark circular trail. Check local trail conditions before setting out. This keeps your plans tied to the specific route described, rather than relying on its length alone to infer what conditions will be like along the way.
Brusmark circular trail and artefact Climate Park
The 4.2-kilometre Brusmark circular trail passes artefact Climate Park in the municipality of Glücksburg and returns to its starting point along the shore of Rüder See. At the Climate Park, visitors can experience energy interactively at more than 40 stations. The route description thus combines a section by the water with a specific destination focused on energy. The stated lengths of the three hiking options provide a basis for comparison: the Brusmark circular trail is 4.2 kilometres long, the route on Holnis is ten kilometres, and the Dolmen Trail is several kilometres long. These details help distinguish the described routes by length.
More culture and practical planning
Glücksburg Castle is also located in the municipality of Glücksburg. It was built between 1582 and 1587. Together with the Stone Age megalithic tombs in Friedeholz, it offers another historic point of interest; the two sites represent very different periods. The castle, forest and peninsula each offer their own themes and should not be confused with Rüdeheck’s immediate connection to the Mühlenteich.
For travelling to the area, the Munkbrarup-Rüde Rüdeheck bus stop is a specific point of reference: it is served by bus route 21. Check departure times before travelling. When hiking on Holnis, it is also advisable to check local trail conditions. This lets you plan your bus journey and route using the relevant details, without treating routes with different lengths and destinations as a single itinerary.
For the wider travel overview: Glücksburg.
