Märkische Umfahrt - Great Canoe Tour on Spree and Dahme

The contrast to the bustling metropolis of Berlin could hardly be greater than in the water region of South-East Brandenburg, where beautiful river courses, idyllic lakes, and a unique landscape make you forget the hustle and bustle of the metropolis in seconds. The palpable tranquility of original natural beauty, the vast meadows, fairytale forests, and charming banks radiate a sense of calm that you can explore during an eleven-day tour on the Märkische waters from the northeastern edge of Berlin to the southern Spreewald.Experience around 180 km of pure nature with the canoe on this unique round course in Europe. Hardly any region in Germany offers such a diverse and scenic beauty as seen on the Märkische Umfahrt. A diverse animal world and rare plants call this place home. From the kingfisher to the beaver, observations can be made during a tour through the shallow waters that requires attentiveness and plenty of time. Body and mind will be decelerated!Thanks to a very good infrastructure, all places along the route are easily accessible. Between the stages, you can also spend a rewarding time on land. Many historical sights, cultural highlights, and recreational opportunities provide a perfect balance to the sporting activity with the canoe. The camera should not be left at home, as the beautiful impressions of this journey are worth capturing in pictures.Length: approx. 178 km / 7-11 daysStart/Finish: BeeskowArrival / Departure:Public transport: RE train to Fürstenwalde. From here, take the bus to BeeskowCar: From Berlin via the A12 and B168 to BeeskowRoute: Beeskow, Spree, Oegelsee, Spree, Fürstenwalder Spree, Priebschsee, Fürstenwalder Spree, Müggelspree, Spree, Dämeritzsee, Seddinsee, Zeuthener See, Dahme, Krimnicksee, Krüpelsee, Dahme, Dolgensee, Dahme-Wasserstraße, Streganzer Weg, Dahme, Dahme-Umflutkanal, Köthener See, Dahme-Umflutkanal, Spree, Neuendorfer See, Spree, Glower See, Leißnitzsee, Spree, BeeskowLand excursions: Beeskow: Castle, historic old townFürstenwalde/Spree: Castle, CathedralErkner: Gerhart Hauptmann Museum, Local history museumKönigs Wusterhausen: CastlePrieros: Visitor center Naturpark Dahme-HeideseenMärkisch Buchholz: Cascading weir systemWater profile: diverse: Spree with many old and side arms, low current on Dahme and Spree (potentially stronger on Spree in spring), navigation and mooring prohibited on Spreeneben- and Spreealtarmen, a total of 12 locksMaps / Literature:DKV Water Guide for Eastern Germany: Canoe Guide for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Brandenburg, Berlin, Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia, and Saxony (DKV Regional Guide), German Canoe Association: (14.06.2021), ISBN-13: 978-3937743288, 19.95 eurosTourenAtlas Water Hiking / TA5 Berlin-Brandenburg with Spreewald: Oder, Havel, Spree + tributaries, 1:75,000 &: 1:25,000, Publisher: Jübermann, (24.09.2021), ISBN-13: 978-3929540666, 29.90 euros