Best walking trails in Magdeburg
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Explore the most popular walking trails near Magdeburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.1 (63)·Moderate·8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrScenic walk in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful walk through the city park Rotehorn or Rothehornpark (also possible by bike). The route also takes you along the beautiful Elbe. The park is located on an Elbe island and can be reached via several paths. Whether by car, public transport, on foot or by bike. There is a river bridge that can be reached by two tram lines, a bus line and by car. Pedestrians can also use two other bridges, the Sternbrücke from the west bank and the Brücke...
- 4.3 (33)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrScenic walk in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt. Start at the Listemannstraße stop in Magdeburg. The path leads along the Elbe and guarantees many beautiful views of the river landscape. Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 3.7 (7)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular route in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful walk through Magdeburg's Rotehornpark starts directly at the main railway station. Magdeburg's largest city park is located on the Elbe island "Großer Werder" and invites you to walk and run in the greenery. The circular route leads to the confluence of the Stromelbe and Alte Elbe rivers. Highlights of the hike: - Magdeburg's old town centre - Monastery gardens - River Elbe - Old Elbe - Magdeburg Cathedral (detour) -...
- 4.5 (6)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis expansive and restorative circular walk leads around the local recreation area of the Barleber Seen in the north of Magdeburg. The trail explores the area surrounding Barleber See I and II, following a mixture of level, paved lakeside paths, narrow trails through small woodland strips, and sections along the Mittelland Canal. A central highlight is the vastness of the water surfaces, which creates an almost coastal atmosphere on windy days, along with views of the passing ships on the...
- 4.1 (12)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular circular route in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt. A good starting point for this short, family-friendly circular route through Magdeburg's Rotehorn Park is the Simonstrasse stop. The landscape park, created in 1871, is idyllically located in the middle of the Elbe island Grosser Werder and is considered the largest city park in Magdeburg. The circular route suggested here, which is suitable for walking and jogging, explores the southern part of the Rotehorn Park. Highlights of the...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest walking trail in Magdeburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Magdeburg is Magdeburg: Spazieren im Rotehornpark. This trail is estimated to be 9.3 km long.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Magdeburg?
Magdeburg: With an ascent of 162 m, Barleben Lakes has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Magdeburg: Spazieren im Rotehornpark with 148 m of elevation gain.