Best waterfall trails in Hamburg

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Explore the most popular waterfall 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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#1 - From St. Pauli to Planten un Blomen
4.4 (45)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Popular 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...
#2 - Hamburg City Challenge
3.8 (15)·Moderate·22.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr
The big City Challenge Hamburg offers an insight into the city, where many corners of Hamburg are discovered on the tour. The circuit starts at the Elbphilharmonie and ends there again. Along the route, beautiful places such as Hafencity, Sternschanze and Altona Old Town with all their facets will be discovered. . Using puzzle booklet and keen senses, all 13 checkpoints that are now waiting will be reached at the tour.
#3 - Through the ramparts to the Outer Alster
5.0 (1)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Varied circular hike in Hamburg From Millertorplatz, the route leads through the large and small ramparts around the Outer Alster. There are numerous small parks, playgrounds, places to stop for refreshments and cultural sights along the way. Highlights: - Museum of Hamburg History - Gustav Mahler Park - Old Botanical Garden - Alster Park
#4 - Alstertal between Sasel and Poppenbüttel
4.8 (13)·Moderate·12.4 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Versatile exploration tour in Hamburg. The tour starts at the Hamburg-Poppenbüttel railway station. The route heads west towards the Alster. You cross the Alsterwanderweg trail and then follow it for a while. A very beautiful path directly along the river, followed by the large lock pond. At Hohenbuchenpark, the water divides and continues to flow as the Alster below, splitting into three Hohenbuchen ponds above and enclosing the beautiful park like a protective island. The route continues...
#5 - Durch das Illand und das Alstertal
5.0 (1)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#6 - 2nd Hamburg Urban March
5.0 (1)·Moderate·41.7 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
#7 - Oberalster Loop
3.8 (6)·Moderate·43.6 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
Popular cycle tour in Hamburg. On this cycle tour in northern Hamburg, you can experience the Hanseatic city from its greenest side. The route takes cyclists past idyllic waterways such as the Alster, through tranquil woodland and renaturalised moorland, which is often strictly protected. Highlights of the tour: - Rothsteinsmoor nature reserve - Alster - Alster Valley Museum - Hohenbuchen Park - Rodenbeker Quellental nature reserve - Wittmoor nature reserve - Raakmoor - Lake Hummelsee
#8 - Hafentour Hamburg
2.8 (3)·Easy·24.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest waterfall trail in Hamburg?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Hamburg is Oberalster Loop. This trail is estimated to be 43.6 km long.

Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Hamburg?

Hamburg: With an ascent of 714 m, Oberalster Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is 2nd Hamburg Urban March with 622 m of elevation gain.