Lilienthal Trail

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Otto-Lilienthal-Straße 50
14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln
Am Gollenberg 10
14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln
Otto-Lilienthal-Straße 50
14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln
This tour leads through the region: Havelland

Lilienthal Trail

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Length: 4 km
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Deep in the western Havelland, hidden behind the Gollenberg, the small village of Stölln keeps aviation tradition alive. Through the pioneering flight experiments of Otto Lilienthal, Stölln became known far beyond the borders of the Havelland region. Along the trail, you’ll discover the full scope of aviation history – from its very beginnings, showcased in the Lilienthal Center in the heart of the village, to the IL 62 “Lady Agnes” at the foot of the Gollenberg.
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  • Blick auf Lady Agner, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Denkmal Absturzstelle, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Flugmodell, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Gollenberg, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Weg zum Gollenberg, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Windharfe auf dem Gollenberg, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
Your tour begins at the yellow airplane in front of the Lilienthal Center, taking you first through the quiet Bürgerpark (Civic Park), where several sculptures line the path. Once forgotten after the war, this former manor park was revived during the 2015 Federal Garden Show (BUGA). As you continue along the trail, you’ll explore not only the life and work of Otto Lilienthal but also the advancements in aviation that his experiments inspired. Historic information boards and models of flying machines designed by Lilienthal offer a fascinating glimpse into a time when flying was still a daring adventure.

Passing the memorial stone for Paul Beylich, Lilienthal’s assistant, the sandy path climbs steeply to the 108-meter-high Gollenberg. Around 1900, the hill was almost bare. Today, the trail winds through light oak woodlands. At the summit, just like the aviation pioneer once did, you can face the wind and take in sweeping views of the Havel lowlands stretching to the horizon. With a bit of luck, a breeze may set the wind harp behind you humming, evoking the vibrating wires of the flying machines that Lilienthal so loved. From the launch point, it’s just a short detour down the slope to the spot where Lilienthal fatally crashed in 1896. A memorial stone marks this tragic site.

The Gollenberg is also a protected nature reserve. A nature trail provides insights into the animals and plants that live here. Back at the “Fliegerpark,” “Lady Agnes” awaits your visit. Her spectacular landing on the far-too-short runway in 1989 remains legendary.

TIP: The Frau Harke waymark at the Lilienthal Center, part of the Frau Harke Legend Trail, is a perfect place for a short rest.

Trail information

  • Waymarking: None

  • Start/Finish: Lilienthal Center / foot of the Gollenberg

  • Length/Duration: 4.7 km / approx. 1 hour

  • Suitable for: Families, seniors (60+)

  • Parking: Available at Lilienthal Center / foot of the Gollenberg

  • Public transport: Bus stop “Stölln,” lines 684/687

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Deep in the western Havelland, hidden behind the Gollenberg, the small village of Stölln keeps aviation tradition alive. Through the pioneering flight experiments of Otto Lilienthal, Stölln became known far beyond the borders of the Havelland region. Along the trail, you’ll discover the full scope of aviation history – from its very beginnings, showcased in the Lilienthal Center in the heart of the village, to the IL 62 “Lady Agnes” at the foot of the Gollenberg.
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  • Blick auf Lady Agner, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Denkmal Absturzstelle, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Flugmodell, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Gollenberg, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Weg zum Gollenberg, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
  • Windharfe auf dem Gollenberg, Foto: Sandra Fonarob, Lizenz: Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.
Your tour begins at the yellow airplane in front of the Lilienthal Center, taking you first through the quiet Bürgerpark (Civic Park), where several sculptures line the path. Once forgotten after the war, this former manor park was revived during the 2015 Federal Garden Show (BUGA). As you continue along the trail, you’ll explore not only the life and work of Otto Lilienthal but also the advancements in aviation that his experiments inspired. Historic information boards and models of flying machines designed by Lilienthal offer a fascinating glimpse into a time when flying was still a daring adventure.

Passing the memorial stone for Paul Beylich, Lilienthal’s assistant, the sandy path climbs steeply to the 108-meter-high Gollenberg. Around 1900, the hill was almost bare. Today, the trail winds through light oak woodlands. At the summit, just like the aviation pioneer once did, you can face the wind and take in sweeping views of the Havel lowlands stretching to the horizon. With a bit of luck, a breeze may set the wind harp behind you humming, evoking the vibrating wires of the flying machines that Lilienthal so loved. From the launch point, it’s just a short detour down the slope to the spot where Lilienthal fatally crashed in 1896. A memorial stone marks this tragic site.

The Gollenberg is also a protected nature reserve. A nature trail provides insights into the animals and plants that live here. Back at the “Fliegerpark,” “Lady Agnes” awaits your visit. Her spectacular landing on the far-too-short runway in 1989 remains legendary.

TIP: The Frau Harke waymark at the Lilienthal Center, part of the Frau Harke Legend Trail, is a perfect place for a short rest.

Trail information

  • Waymarking: None

  • Start/Finish: Lilienthal Center / foot of the Gollenberg

  • Length/Duration: 4.7 km / approx. 1 hour

  • Suitable for: Families, seniors (60+)

  • Parking: Available at Lilienthal Center / foot of the Gollenberg

  • Public transport: Bus stop “Stölln,” lines 684/687

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Address

Otto-Lilienthal-Straße 50
14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln
Am Gollenberg 10
14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln
Otto-Lilienthal-Straße 50
14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln
This tour leads through the region: Havelland
Lilienthal Trail

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Otto-Lilienthal-Straße 50

14728 Gollenberg OT Stölln

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Tourist information

Tourismusverband Havelland e.V.

Theodor-Fontane-Straße 10
14641 Nauen OT Ribbeck

Tel.: +49 (0) 33237-859030
Fax: +49 (0) 33237-859040

Weather Today, 28. 4.

8 16
few clouds
  • Wednesday
    3 13
  • Thursday
    3 16

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