Best easy trails in Hamburg

Popular walking or jogging route on the Alster, Hamburg. The loop 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

Popular city walk in Hamburg. On this loop trail, Hamburg shows its green side. The route crosses several parks that are part of the historic "Planten un Blomen" complex, including the old botanical garden and the ramparts. A visit to the Museum of Hamburg History, which is only a stone's throw from the starting point of the route (St. Pauli stop), offers a nice contrast to the blooming flowers and tropical plants. Highlights of the hike: - Park "Planten un Blomen" ("Plants and Flowers") -...

Popular loop to the highest point in Hamburg. The idyllic route leads through the forest landscape of the Harburg mountains. For northern Germany, which is rather flat, the steep climbs come as a surprise. At 116 m, the Hasselbrack is the highest mountain in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg. Since the way to Hasselbrack is not signposted (because the rare Tawny Owl breeds there.), it is advisable to use a smartphone to navigate (or to download the map beforehand). Highlights: - Moisburg...

Family-friendly circular route in the north of Hamburg. This route takes you on hilly but pleasant paths through the Wohldorfer Wald and Duvenstedter Brook nature reserves in the north-east of Hamburg. In addition to quiet forest, moors and picturesque waters, this circular hike also offers some cultural and historical attractions such as the Brookhus or the "Historical Ice Cellar" monument. If you arrive by bus or train, you should get off at the Ohlstedt underground station (a short walk...

Charming 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

This modern and maritime urban loop 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...

This 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...

Family-friendly hike in the Boberger Niederung nature reserve, Hamburg. The starting point is at the car park directly at the Boberger Niederung. It is also easy to get there by bus and train. This enchanting tour then goes through one of the most species-rich nature reserves in the Hanseatic city. In the middle of the nature reserve, in addition to the marvellous natural landscape, there is also the Boberg gliding site. Highlights of the hike: - Boberger Niederung nature reserve - Boberg...

Idyllic hike to the Hasselbrack in the Rosengarten state forest in Hamburg. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Waldfrieden bus stop). Parking is available at the starting point for those arriving by car. The route is, therefore, ideal for a trip from Hamburg and the surrounding area. The hiking trail starts in the south of Hamburg's Neugraben-Fischbeck district. It leads southerly through the Rosengarten state forest to the highest natural elevation in Hamburg, the Hasselbrack. It...

Popular loop in Hamburg A leisurely hike with the family, a relaxed walk with the dog or a morning jog - this route through the Alster valley in the north of Hamburg is suitable for a variety of activities. Following the Alster hiking trail for the most part, some beautiful views of the water await as well as some wooded passages to take a deep breath and enjoy the tranquility of nature in the middle of the city. The starting point can be reached by bus and train (Hinsbleek bus stop or...