Bad Segeberg is a town with many names: Health resort, town of the Karl May plays (performance show), national riding town and festival town. Bad Segeberg is situated between woods, lakes, fields and hedges typically Schleswig-Holstein! Bad Segeberg is the gateway to hilly part of the country known as the Holstein Switzerland. Bad Segeberg and its beautiful surroundings offer recreation for everyone. Wonderful walks and bike rides (bikes can be rented) in the healthy climate and hikes through the quiet countryside offer you rest and relaxation in and around Bad Segeberg.
The landmark of Bad Segeberg, which can be seen from a long distance, is the Kalkberg, a limestone formation, surrounded by the picturesque old part of town. From the top of the Hill, (298 feet above sea level) there is a beautiful view. Below the Kalkberg, there are the fascinating rock formations of the Kalkberg caves. Not only their geological uniqueness, but also the variety of 7 different species of bats makes them a treasure trove of nature. Here, on a guided tour you will discover the biggest natural wintering grounds in North and Central Europe for more than 23,000 bats. At the bat centre "NOCTALIS – world of the bats” you can learn everything about the life of bats. The interactive exhibition on 4 floors imparts information about "the animals of the night” in an exciting and entertaining way. Interactive learning and playing activities support learning with all senses and a lot of fun, for children and school groups also.
At the very foot of the hill the Karl May plays are staged every year in July and August in one of the beautiful open air theatres in Europe. This has been so since 1952. Here you can take part in the fascinating adventures of Winnetou and Old Shatterhand. Large concerts are given in the open air theatre every year.
The town of Bad Segeberg was founded more than 875 years ago. The church of St. Mary (St. Marienkirche) is one of the most important romanesque style buildings in Northern Germany. The pedestrian area in the town centre with many shops and attractive restaurants is a popular place for strolls and shopping.
The Bad Segeberg sculptor Otto Flath created numerous impressive works, and a number of these are exhibited at the art museum Kunsthalle Flath. Culturally there is always something going on in Bad Segeberg.
Additional information may be obtained at the
Tourist und Kur Information Tel: ++49 4551 / 9649 0
Oldesloer Straße 20 Fax: ++49 4551/9649 15
23795 Bad Segeberg E mail: tourist info@badsegeberg.de
Internet: www.badsegeberg.de
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