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Fitness trails

Country
Germany
1970-Ongoing
Aimed for
All age groups
Type of partnership
Public
Sectors
Community, Physical Activity & Sports, Public administration, Urban Planning & Design
Innovation
Methodological, Social
Aim
The "Trimm-Dich-Pfad" is a network of outdoor fitness trails found in forests, parks, and green spaces across Germany. These courses typically feature various stations with instructions for exercises (e.g., pull-ups, sit-ups, balance beams) using natural elements or simple wooden equipment. 19The concept originated in the 1970s as part of a national campaign to promote physical fitness, and many courses have been modernized and adapted to current standards, offering free and accessible infrastructure for outdoor exercise.
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