Discover Giekau: Water and History

Giekau combines water-based activities with distinctive historical themes. At the Seekrug bathing area, swimming, paddling and relaxing by the water take centre stage; Neuhaus Estate and the church in Giekau offer a different perspective. The local experience ranges from spending time outdoors to exploring architectural and cultural history. These highlights can help you decide what kind of trip you want when choosing accommodation.

Time by the water in Giekau

The Seekrug bathing area is used for swimming and paddling, and also offers the chance to relax by the water. Activity and a quieter break go hand in hand here. Check local bathing conditions before your visit so you can factor time in the water into your plans.

History and architecture

Neuhaus Estate is a historic estate on Lake Selent. Its surviving remains include a motte and a moated castle. The terms refer to different types of castle and give the estate an additional historical dimension alongside the church’s sacred architecture.

The church in Giekau also tells its story across several periods: the fieldstone church with its hall nave dates from the 13th century. Its west tower was added later in the Neoclassical style; the church also has a richly figurative Late Gothic triptych. The medieval church building, Late Gothic artwork and later tower each offer a distinct perspective. Those interested in architectural history will find a range of architectural themes in Giekau.

Plön as a wider setting

The wider travel destination of Plön offers additional perspectives on the district’s landscapes and leisure activities. Plön District lies between the Baltic Sea and the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park and encompasses around 80 lakes. These include Lake Großer Plöner See, covering 29 km², and Lake Selent, covering 22 km²; the Baltic Sea coastline is around 50 kilometres long.

Along the district’s Baltic coast, bathing spots stretch from Mönkeberg to Sehlendorfer Strand. Plön District also offers sailing, windsurfing, diving, boat excursions, offshore sailing trips, cutter trips and surf fishing. There are coastal and lake activities to choose from.

Inland waters offer their own opportunities: the Schwentine can be explored by canoe in Plön District, and sailboats and excursion boats travel on the lakes. The district’s gently rolling landscape also offers suitable conditions for cycling and hiking.

Large parts of the district lie within the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park. The nature park covers 75,000 hectares and offers space to enjoy nature and spot rare animals. Another cultural destination in the district is Plön Castle: it stands above the lake of the same name and is the landmark of Plön District.

When looking for accommodation, it helps to set your priorities: should Giekau itself, with its bathing area and history, be the focus, or would you also like to consider options in the wider travel destination of Plön? Then decide, based on your travel plans, which places you want to shape your stay and which location suits you.

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