Best river trails in Cuxhaven
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Explore the most popular river trails near Cuxhaven 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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- 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
- Hard·766.8 mi·Est. 24 hr+Varied long-distance cycle route from Cuxhaven to Füssen. On its 20 daily stages, D-Route 9 connects the Weser Cycle Route with the "Romantic Road Cycle Route" and takes cyclists from north to south through Germany - from the North Sea to the Alps. You can get to know the different landscapes and cultures of Germany along the way. The route leads from beautiful sea views in the North German Plain across the low mountain range, past the Lechtal valley plains until the foothills of the Alps...
- Hard·48.9 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hr8th stage of the official long-distance cycle route D-Route 1 along the North Sea coast of Germany The D-Route D1 leads from the Dutch border along the North Sea coast to the Danish border. The route is usually on paved roads with little traffic. The long-distance cycle path is partially signposted with the D1 logo (half a wheel and "1" on a red background). Along the route there are numerous rest stops and opportunities to shorten the tour by bus and train. Highlights: - idyllic cycling...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Cuxhaven?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Cuxhaven is Weser - Romantische Straße: D-Route 9. This trail is estimated to be 766.8 mi long.
Which river 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 river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river 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 river trail in Cuxhaven?
The most popular and difficult river 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