Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop
3.6miLength
357ftElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular circular route in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt.
A good starting point for this short, family-friendly loop trail through Magdeburg's Rotehorn Park is the Simonstrasse stop. The landscape park, created in 1871, is idyllically located in the middle of the Elbe island Grosser Werder and is considered the largest city park in Magdeburg. The route suggested here, which is suitable for walking and jogging, explores the southern part of the Rotehorn Park.
Highlights of the route:
- Old Elbe
- Stromelbe
- Paul Niemeyer memorial stone
- Taube Elbe
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Top sights
Salzquelle
Spring
Elbe
River
Old Elbe
River
Elbstrand
Beach
Alte Elbe
River
Scherbelsberg
Peak
Taube Elbe
River
Fort XII
Castle
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 3.6-mile loop trail near Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 24 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Expected weather for Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 67 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 61 degrees/drizzle
- Thu, September 24 - 62 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 69 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 75 degrees/clear
Where is Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop located?
Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is a trail located in Biosphärenreservat Flusslandschaft Elbe - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
How hard is Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is considered an easy hike that covers 3.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 357 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is considered an easy hike that covers 3.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 357 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop a loop?
Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is a loop trail that covers 3.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 357 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is a loop trail that covers 3.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 357 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there rivers at Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Are there beaches at Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Yes, Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is near Elbstrand.
Is Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop kid-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop as good for kids and families. Kid-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is partially paved.
Are there forests at Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Yes, Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop is a forest trail in Biosphärenreservat Flusslandschaft Elbe - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
Are there wildflowers at Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Magdeburg: Rotehorn loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 22, 2026 at 2:38 am GMT+0