Best walking trails in Hamburg
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Explore the most popular walking trails in Hamburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.7 (305)·Easy·7.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular walking or jogging route on the Alster, Hamburg. The circular along the banks of the Alster is ideal for jogging or simply for a stroll in the Alster Park. If you don't want to look at the app in between, you can use the half-kilometer stones as a guide. Highlights of the route: - Views of the Outer Alster - Alster Park - nice places to stop
- 4.5 (46)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular city walk in Hamburg. Hamburg shows its green side on this circular route. The route crosses several parks belonging to the historic "Planten un Blomen" complex, including the Old Botanical Gardens and the ramparts. A visit to the Museum of Hamburg History, which is just a stone's throw from the starting point of the route (St. Pauli stop), provides a nice contrast to the blooming flowers and tropical plants. Highlights of the walk: - Park "Planten un Blomen" ("Plants and...
- 4.5 (72)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming walk through the Winterhude city park in Hamburg. The 150-hectare Winterhude Stadtpark has the third largest green area in the Hanseatic city and is used for recreation, leisure activities and has art objects worth seeing. There are several places to stop along the way. Tour highlights: - Stadtparksee with natural - Liebesinsel - rose garden - Duck Pond - Pioneers Homefield - Jahnkampfbahn
- 4.5 (20)·Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis diverse route leads through Hamburg's largest public park in the west of the city. The path explores the extensive grounds of the Altona Volkspark, following a mixture of broad park paths, shaded forest trails, and well-maintained gardens. A central highlight is the contrast between near-natural woodland and artfully designed areas such as the dahlia garden or the school garden. In the old oak and beech stands, squirrels, tawny owls, and various songbird species can be brilliantly...
- 4.0 (26)·Easy·3.2 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis modern and maritime urban circuit leads through Europe’s largest inner-city urban development project directly on the Elbe. The path explores the architecturally stunning HafenCity, following a diverse mixture of wide riverside promenades, floating pontoons, and urban squares. A central highlight is the Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg’s iconic landmark, along with the contrast between the historic Speicherstadt (UNESCO World Heritage) and the futuristic glass facades of the new districts. The...
- 4.0 (49)·Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrCharming, family-friendly circular tour through Öjendorfer Park in Hamburg. Starting from the car park, you walk once around Öjendorfer See, which is located in the park of the same name. There is a bird sanctuary to the north of the lake, a great place to watch them! If you fancy a swim, you can use the two small sandy beaches. There are also large sunbathing areas, a barbecue area and two children's playgrounds. There are also a few kiosks with toilet facilities nearby. Highlights: - Bird...
- 4.3 (95)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in Volksdorf, Hamburg. The Volksdorfer Teichwiesen recreational area is located in the immediate vicinity of the Volksdorf underground station. The circular trail runs through the nature conservation meadows around the large pond and through the woodland to the north of Saseler Weg. Highlights of the walk: - Volksdorfer Teichwiesen nature reserve - Great pond - Saselbek
- 4.3 (9)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular city walk in Hamburg. From Hamburg's main railway station, you walk towards the port of Hamburg. It's worth allowing a little time here to visit the museum ship "Rickmer Rickmers" or to enjoy the hustle and bustle at the Landungsbrücken. The route continues through the Elbe tunnel and via Steinwerder, past the Überseezentrum and Oberhafenkanal back to the starting point. Highlights of the walk: - Hamburg harbour - Viewpoint towards Landungsbrücken - Museum ship "Rickmer Rickmers" -...
- 5.0 (5)·Easy·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular circular route through Hamburg's Winterhude city park. This idyllic circular walk takes you through the beautiful Winterhude city park. But this park is not just for strolling and sunbathing on the grass - in summer, music enthusiasts also get their money's worth. The open-air theatre offers numerous performances in a unique setting. Art lovers will find more than 20 different sculptures and installations in Stadtpark Winterhude. There are also swimming opportunities in the...
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Frequently asked questions
What national parks in Hamburg have walking trails?
Hikers on AllTrails.com recommend several popular national parks in Hamburg. Hamburg Wadden Sea National Park is home to 2 walking trails with an average 4.2 star rating from 5 community reviews.
What is the longest walking trail in Hamburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Hamburg is Radrundtour Alster und Kanäle. This trail is estimated to be 17.9 km long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Hamburg?
Hamburg: With an ascent of 237 m, Hamburg Langenhorn has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Radrundtour Alster und Kanäle with 236 m of elevation gain.
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