Best forest trails in Buxtehude
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Buxtehude 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
- 3.7 (4)·Moderate·19.6 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrScenic cycle tour along the Elbe, Lower Saxony. This is a beautiful cycle tour in the Altes Land region, starting in Grünendeich, north-west of Buxtehude, with the final section along the popular Elbe cycle path. There are places to stop for refreshments. Highlights of the tour: - Altes Land - Views of the Elbe - Hanseatic city of Stade - Side trip to the Ferner Moor nature reserve (optional)
- 4.8 (11)·Moderate·8.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hike in the Estetal, Lower Saxony. This beautiful route is an extension of the Estewanderweg W1. From Moisburg you hike following the course of the Este to Boetersheim. Halfway through the route is Hollenstedt, where you can take a break. Highlights of the hike: - Estetal nature reserve - Hollenstedt - Old castle near Hollenstedt (detour)
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·30.9 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrStage C of the long-distance cycle trail "Elberadweg", Lower Saxony. This section of the Elbe Cycle Path, which is one of Germany's most beautiful river cycle paths, begins in Grünendeich and ends in Ochsenwerder. In addition to several nature reserves, you also cycle through one of Germany's largest cities: Hamburg. There are places to stay overnight and places to stop for refreshments. This route runs on the left side of the island. It is also possible to ride on the eastern side (right...
- 4.8 (2)·Moderate·21 mi·Est. 7–8 hrStage 3 of the Mönchsweg. After its start in Harsefeld der Aue, the third section of the Mönchsweg initially heads north. It goes through the nature reserve Aueniederung and side valleys before the floodplain ends a few kilometers further at Horneburg in a reservoir. From here you follow the Lühe to its confluence with the Elbe, which finally leads to the destination of the day in Stade. Highlights: - St. Catherine's Church in Bliedersdorf - Horneburg moated castle - Horneburg Handicraft...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Buxtehude?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Buxtehude is Elbe Cycle Path Section C: Lühe - Ochsenwerder. This trail is estimated to be 30.9 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Buxtehude?
Buxtehude: With an ascent of 1,597 ft, Elbe Cycle Path Section C: Lühe - Ochsenwerder has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Mönchsweg Etappe 3: Harsefeld - Stade with 912 ft of elevation gain.