Best beach trails in Cuxhaven
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- 4.4 (24)·Easy·5.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular walk or bike ride in Cuxhaven, Lower Saxony. This beautiful route in Cuxhaven always leads along the coast. Doable both by bike and on foot. On the way there are not only beautiful views but also a few restaurants. Highlights of the hike: - Detour to the Kugelbake (optional) - Alte Liebe ("Old love") - Sea views - promenade
- 4.6 (22)·Easy·5.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike near Cuxhaven, Lower Saxony. This beautiful coastal walk past the famous Cuxhavener Kugelbake can be shortened or extended as desired, for example by hiking back to the starting point from Duhnen. Highlights of the hike: - Views of the sea - Kugelbake - Grimmershoern Bay
- 4.0 (18)·Easy·7.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic loop on the North Sea, Lower Saxony, Germany This route leads to the nature reserve Duhner Heide, which is well worth seeing, and directly to the beautiful North Sea. Start is in Duhnen, a beautiful district of the North Sea resort of Cuxhafen. The breathtaking view of the impressive Wadden Sea can be enjoyed from the viewing platform. Refreshments are possible in Duhnen and Sahlenburg. The start is at the Duhner Allee parking lot. Highlights of the hike: - Sea view - Duhner...
- 4.7 (21)·Moderate·13 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular bike tour near Cuxhaven, Lower Saxony. Fresh sea wind blowing in your face, well-developed bike paths and side roads with little traffic, several ports, endless beaches and sea views - this bike tour offers everything you could expect from a tour of the North Sea. Especially from the former pier "Alte Liebe" you can enjoy great views. Of course, you also pass Cuxhaven's landmark, the almost 30 m high, wooden Kugelbake. Highlights of the tour: - Castle Ritzebuettel - Cuxhaven - Fort...
- 4.2 (11)·Easy·6.7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrRelaxed loop trail near Cuxhaven, Lower Saxony. Great views of the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park, an idyllic forest and a no less beautiful nature reserve await hikers on this relaxed route near Cuxhaven. You also walk past the Finkenmoor, a small moor lake with varied flora and fauna. Highlights of the hike: - Wernerwald - Sea views - Kuestenheide nature reserve - Finkenmoor
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·35.3 mi·Est. 11–12 hrScenic cycle tour along the Elbe, Lower Saxony. This stage of the beautiful Elbe Cycle Path starts at the mouth of the Elbe in Cuxhaven and ends upstream in Freiburg. The Elbe Cycle Path is not only one of the most popular long-distance cycle routes in Germany, but also one of the best-developed cycle paths. This route runs along the left bank of the Elbe. It is also possible to cycle on the eastern side (right bank). There are places to stop for refreshments and overnight accommodation. ...
- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·39.8 mi·Est. 13–14.5 hrStage 1 of D-Route 9 (Weser - Romantic Road). The first stage of D-Route 9 starts at the mouth of the Elbe in Cuxhaven and leads through the Wadden Sea National Park, where numerous birds and other animals can be seen. Always along the coast, it goes through Bremerhaven to the stage destination in Nordenham. Highlights: - Ball barque Cuxhaven - Wadden Sea National Park - Wurster coast - Bremerhaven: historic lighthouse (1854), Mayor Smidt Memorial Church, German Maritime Museum
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular mudflat hiking trail in the Hamburg Wadden Sea National Park. This official mudflat hiking trail connects the German mainland with the island of Neuwerk. Attention: This route can only be used at low tide (note the tide calendar and make sure you leave early!). It is best to undertake this tour with experienced mudflat hikers, so that the hike is a relaxed experience and everyone's safety is ensured. Alternatively, you can take a comfortable ride through the mudflats in a horse-drawn...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Cuxhaven?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Cuxhaven is Weser - Romantische Straße: D-Route 9. This trail is estimated to be 766.8 mi long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Cuxhaven?
Cuxhaven: With an ascent of 65,026 ft, Weser - Romantische Straße: D-Route 9 has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Nordseeküsten-Radweg (D-Route 1) Etappe 8: Cuxhaven - Stade with 1,830 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult beach trail in Cuxhaven?
The most popular and difficult beach trail in Cuxhaven is Weser - Romantische Straße: D-Route 9 with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.
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- Grimmershörn-Bucht
- Anfang / Ende Weserradweg
- Fort Kugelbake
- Hamburger Leuchtturm
- Wohnmobilstellplatz "Fährhafen"
- Alte Liebe
- Ritzebüttler Schleusenpriel
- Campingplatz Am Bäderring
- Campingplatz Wernerwald
- Sahlenburger Strand
- Kugelbake
- Fort Kugelbake
- Gaffelschoner Hermine
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Finck
- Windsemaphor
- Schloss Ritzebüttel
- Rettungsschiff Swantje
- Anfang / Ende Elberadweg
- Altenbrucher Kanal
- Neuer Fischereihafen