Best trails in Hitzacker
4.2(14 reviews)
Looking for the best hiking trails in Hitzacker? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 6 scenic trails in the Hitzacker area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Hitzacker that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.0 (5)·Hard·16.7 mi·Est. 7–8 hrA circular hike in the Lüneburg Heath from Hitzacker on the Elbe, which is an excellent quality trail for Wanderable Germany. Duration: approx. 7:45 hours Highlights of the hike: - Biosphere reserve Nidersächsische Elbtalaue - Migratory birds such as storks and cranes in spring and autumn - Hitzacker open-air museum
- 4.3 (4)·Moderate·52.6 mi·Est. 19–21 hrStage F of the long-distance cycle route "Elbe Cycle Route", Lower Saxony/Brandenburg. Stage F of the Elbe Cycle Route, which runs around 840 km through Germany, leads through the border area between the UNESCO Elbe River Landscape Biosphere Reserve and the Elbhöhen-Wendland Nature Park. In addition to the picturesque river landscape, regional cultural and historical highlights such as the Schnackenburg Borderland Museum and the Schwedenschanze are also waiting to be discovered. The stage...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·117.8 mi·Est. 24 hr+Varied long-distance hiking trail in the Elbhöhen-Wendland nature park, Lower Saxony. From Hitzacker, the Wendland loop runs on an almost 200 km long loop trail through the Elbhöhen-Wendland nature park. The long distance, which is usually hiked in ten daily stages, enchants with a great variety of different natural and cultural landscapes: the extensive Elbe valley floodplains, the Elbe heights with great views, endless mixed deciduous forests, historical heathland and round villages worth...
- Easy·7.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrStage 2 of the long-distance hiking trail "Wendland Rundweg", Lower Saxony. This is the second stage of the Wendland loop, which runs for almost 200 km through the Elbhöhen-Wendland nature park. With a length of around 12 km, this section from Wietzetze to Göhrde is also quite relaxed. The hike is particularly beautiful at the time of the lily blossom, when countless field lilies turn the lily path, on which one hikes for quite some time here, into an orange sea of flowers. Once in Göhrde, a...
- Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrStage 1 of the long-distance hiking trail "Wendland Rundweg", Lower Saxony. This is the first stage of the Wendland loop, which runs for almost 200 km through the Elbhöhen-Wendland nature park. The first section largely follows the banks of the Elbe and runs for around 14 km from Hitzacker to Wietzetze. Before starting the stage, which is classified as beginner-friendly, it is worth exploring the Kneipp spa town of Hitzacker with its pretty half-timbered houses. Then a lot of wonderful...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Hitzacker?
There are plenty of things to do on Hitzacker's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 backpacking trails, 5 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Hitzacker?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hitzacker is Wendland Rundweg (Fernwanderweg). This trail is estimated to be 117.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hitzacker?
Hitzacker: With an ascent of 11,072 ft, Wendland Rundweg (Fernwanderweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Elbe Cycle Route Stage F: Hitzacker - Wittenberge with 3,690 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Hitzacker?
The most popular and difficult trail in Hitzacker is Qualitätsweg Klötzie-Stieg with a 4.0-star rating from 5 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Hitzacker?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Hitzacker and the most popular is Qualitätsweg Klötzie-Stieg with an average 4.0 star rating from 5 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Hitzacker?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Hitzacker which is Elbe Cycle Route Stage F: Hitzacker - Wittenberge with an average 4.3 star rating from 4 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hitzacker?
Yes, there are 3 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Hitzacker, including Hitzacker - Dömitz, Qualitätsweg Klötzie-Stieg, and Wendland loop stage 1: Hitzacker - Wietzetze.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Hitzacker?
Yes, there are 2 trails with weather shelters in Hitzacker, including Qualitätsweg Klötzie-Stieg and Wendland loop stage 1: Hitzacker - Wietzetze.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Hitzacker?
Yes, there are 2 trails with archaeological sites in Hitzacker, including Qualitätsweg Klötzie-Stieg and Wendland loop stage 2: Wietzetze - Göhrde.
Are there any trails with rivers in Hitzacker?
Yes, there is one trail with a river in Hitzacker: Hitzacker - Dömitz.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Hitzacker?
Yes, there are 2 trails with scenic viewpoints in Hitzacker, including Hitzacker - Dömitz and Wendland loop stage 1: Hitzacker - Wietzetze.