Off to the Schlaubetal
The Regio RE1 is a great way to get to the Schlaubetal valley for hiking using public transport. One of our Lakeland explorers tried it out!
My credo is that Berlin is lucky that it is in Brandenburg. The director Andreas Dresen said that a few years ago. In practical terms, that means that you are outside very quickly and suddenly in the forest. For example, in the Schlaubetal, which was created by the Ice Age. And you can see it. The Schlaubetal is considered THE stream valley in Brandenburg. The RE1 from DB Regio Nordost takes me to Jacobsdorf. After a few minutes, the bright red bus with the A400 lettering turns the corner. Off we go! I have chosen the route from south to north. That way I am flexible and don't necessarily have to rely on the bus on the way back. If I start to take a long walk, I can also take the train from Müllrose to Frankfurt/Oder.
After half an hour we stop at the Bremsdorfer Mill. There used to be a dozen mills in the Schlaubetal. Instead of going to the youth hostel, I set off: I walk the first section along the western shore of the Treppelsee. A decision I would not regret. The path winds through the forest. There are small clearings every now and then that offer a great view of the lake. The sun makes the Treppelsee shine in brilliant turquoise.
In any case, you should plan enough time for a break on every hike. I've only been walking for half an hour, but the little bench at the side of the path looks so tempting: a chance to stretch my legs for a bit.
To the left, the path goes steeply up the slope. Fallen trees lie all over the place. In the first hour, I encounter perhaps a handful of day-trippers. Luckily, I think. The isolation is a balm for the ears. I make the next photo stop at a small observation hut on a headland that juts out into the lake. What a view! Photography enthusiasts should definitely pack a wide-angle lens here. In the Siehdichum forester's lodge, I don't take a break because I'm looking at the clock. The Kupferhammer inn is waiting for me three kilometers away. On the way to Kupferhammer, the Schlaube repeatedly expands into small lakes, such as the Schinkensee and the Langesee. The water lilies bloom here and there. Monet would have had his friends here. Then the Schlaube starts to rush and flows past the Kupferhammer. It's rustic here. The spiced meat comes in the XL version - which is good. And it tastes excellent. Homemade according to a family recipe, as the landlady's daughter reveals. The background music during the break doesn't come from the box, but from the Schlaube. That's what it sounds like in Brandenburg.
With a heavy heart, I set off on the second half of the path towards Müllrose. The Schlaube now disappears and I walk along a narrow path through the forest. And then I become suspicious. It is suddenly very quiet in the forest! I cannot even hear the sounds of birds. At first I am a little frightened, but then I enjoy this moment to the fullest.
Anyone who doesn't take a break in Kupferhammer can stop for a snack at a rest area in the forest. The area is covered and is located on a small hill. The last mill of the day is the Ragower Mill. The tour is supposed to be fun, so I treat myself to a red draft beer from Neuzelle on the shady terrace. It's still six kilometers to Müllrose. They aren't that spectacular, but they fall into the category of forest bathing. Then the large Müllroser Lake flashes through the trees. Children's laughter can be heard from a bathing area.
Unfortunately, there isn't enough time to jump into the water. I still have to go to the train station to catch the train to Frankfurt/Oder. But the beach is definitely a good idea. Not many people, there is a small snack bar and the sand is as fine as on the Baltic Sea. Conclusion: For a fantastic day in nature, all you need to do is get on the train or bus and start walking!