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·3.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
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") -...
#2 - Hamburg City Challenge
3.8 (15)·Moderate·13.9 mi·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 - Alstertal between Sasel and Poppenbüttel
4.8 (13)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Versatile discovery tour in Hamburg. Start is at the train station Hamburg-Poppenbüttel. It goes in a westerly direction to the Alster. You cross the Alster hiking trail and then follow it for a while. A very nice path directly along the river, which is followed by the large lock pond. At the Hohenbuchenpark, the water divides and continues to flow below as the Alster, dividing into three Hohenbuchenteiche above and protectively enclosing the beautiful park like an island. You get in the...
#4 - Through the ramparts to the Outer Alster
5.0 (1)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Diverse loop in Hamburg From Millertorplatz it goes through the large and small ramparts around the Outer Alster. There are numerous small parks, playgrounds, refreshment stops and cultural sights along the way. Highlights: - Museum of Hamburg History - Gustav Mahler Park - Old Botanical Garden - Alsterpark
#5 - Durch das Illand und das Alstertal
5.0 (1)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#6 - Oberalster Loop
3.8 (6)·Moderate·27.1 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
Popular bike tour in Hamburg. On this bike tour in northern Hamburg you can experience the Hanseatic city from its greenest side. The route leads cyclists past idyllic waters such as the Alster, through quiet woodland and renatured moorland, which are often strictly protected. Highlights of the tour: - Rothsteinsmoor nature reserve - Alster - Alstertal Museum - Hohenbuchen Park - Rodenbeker Quellental nature reserve - Wittmoor nature reserve - Raakmoor - Hummelsee
#7 - 2nd Hamburg Urban March
5.0 (1)·Moderate·25.9 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
#8 - Hafentour Hamburg
2.8 (3)·Easy·15.5 mi·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 27.1 mi long.

Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Hamburg?

Hamburg: With an ascent of 2,342 ft, 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 2,040 ft of elevation gain.