Best river trails in Geesthacht
3.4(15 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Geesthacht 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
- 1.9 (2)·Moderate·58.3 km·Est. 12.5–14 hrBeautiful tour in Schleswig-Holstein. You can easily travel to this beautiful stretch along the Elbe by train and start the tour at Geesthacht station. The Elbe is one of the last near-natural river landscapes in Central Europe and is home to numerous unique animal and plant species.
- Moderate·40.6 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrThis tour combines two cycle paths. North of the Elbe, you cycle along the Elbe cycle path on the old marsh railway embankment. South of the Elbe, you follow the Ilmenau cycle path to Olderhausen. From here you cycle along the B404 back to Geesthacht. From Zollenspieker, you can then take the ferry across the Elbe to Hoopte. It is advisable to enquire about the ferry's journey times in advance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Geesthacht?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Geesthacht is Round-trip bike tour: from Geesthacht to Junkernfeld. This trail is estimated to be 75.2 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Geesthacht?
Geesthacht: With an ascent of 677 m, Round-trip bike tour: from Geesthacht to Junkernfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is On the Elbe from Geesthacht to Neu Darchau with 593 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Geesthacht?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Geesthacht is Sachsenwald: Geesthach - Krabbenkamp with a 4.8-star rating from 13 reviews.
