🌿Schlachtensee Summer Social Hike + Optional Lakeside Meditation 🧘‍♀️

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After a long break, I'm excited to organize another social hike! 😊
Last year, we explored this beautiful Schlachtensee route together, and it turned out to be one of our most loved hikes. With peaceful forest trails, crystal-clear lake views, and wonderful conversations, we're bringing this favorite route back for another relaxing day in nature.
📅 Date: Sunday, 26 July 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Organizer Contribution: **€3 (**The contribution helps support the time and effort that goes into planning, organizing, and hosting these community events.)
🥾 Distance: ~15 km
📍 Start: Schlachtensee S-Bahn
🏁 End: Grunewald S-Bahn
🌿 Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
👥 Style: Social Hike

✨ What's new this time?
During our lakeside break, I'll be offering a gentle 10-minute guided meditation. It's completely optional and suitable for everyone—no previous meditation experience is needed. Whether you choose to join the meditation, relax by the lake, enjoy your lunch, or simply soak in the peaceful surroundings, the choice is yours.
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## What to expect

This isn't a race—it's a relaxed social hike where we can enjoy nature, meet new people, have meaningful conversations, and spend a refreshing day outdoors together. We'll walk through beautiful forest trails, stop for a longer break by the lake, and, if the weather is nice, you're welcome to bring your swimsuit for a swim.

## What to bring

🥾 Comfortable walking shoes
💧 1–2 litres of water
🥪 Snacks or a packed lunch
☀️ Sunscreen and a hat if it's sunny
🏖️ Swimwear and a towel (optional)

## Before you RSVP

• Please RSVP only if you're sure you can attend, as places are limited.
• We'll start on time at 10:00 AM and won't be able to wait for late arrivals.
• Everyone joins at their own responsibility and is responsible for their own safety and well-being throughout the hike. Please wear appropriate footwear, stay hydrated, and hike at a pace that's comfortable for you.

• During the hike, we'll take a group photo to share on our Meetup page and social media. If you'd prefer not to be in the photos, just let me know on the day—you're absolutely welcome to opt out, and I'll make sure your preference is respected.

## A welcoming community

One of the goals of these hikes is to create a space where everyone feels comfortable, included, and safe.
Please treat everyone with kindness and respect, regardless of their background, nationality, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or hiking experience.
If you experience or witness any discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behavior, or anything that makes you feel uncomfortable, please let me know as the organizer. I'll do my best to ensure everyone has a positive and enjoyable experience.
I'm really looking forward to seeing familiar faces again and welcoming new ones. If you've been meaning to spend a day outdoors, meet great people, and recharge in nature, I'd love for you to join us.
See you on the trail! 🌿