Scharnebeck Short Loop
A road cycling route starting from Embsen
Experience the famous Schiffshebewerk Scharnebeck on this scenic road cycling route.
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The Scharnebeck Short Loop takes you on a picturesque journey through the Lüneburg region. With a distance of 50 kilometers and an ascent of 222 meters, this route is suitable for both casual and experienced cyclists. Starting near Embsen, the route highlights include the Kalkberg, a natural limestone formation, and the Lüne Abbey, a historic monastery with beautiful architecture. The route also takes you to the unterer Aussichtspunkt Schiffshebewerk Scharnebeck, where you can marvel at the impressive ship lift that connects the Elbe Lateral Canal. Overall, this route offers a mix of natural beauty, cultural landmarks, and a glimpse of engineering marvels.
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50 km
222 m
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Start: Oerzen Village centerEmbsen: Lüneburg's biking adventure in Embsen
Embsen, located in Lüneburg, Germany, offers a thrilling biking adventure for road and gravel cyclists. The locality is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, including the Lüneburg Heath, providing cyclists with stunning natural scenery throughout their rides. Embsen features a variety of cycling routes suitable for different skill levels, with options for both leisurely rides and more challenging steep climbs. Cyclists can also explore nearby regions, such as the Elbe River and Hamburg, adding to the variety of exploration opportunities. With its diverse cycling options and scenic beauty, Embsen is a great locality for cyclists of all levels.10 km
10 km
Kalkberg56 mPeakThe Kalkberg is a unique geological formation that stands out in the landscape.
13 km
13 km
Lüne AbbeyAttractionLüne Abbey is a historic monastery built in the 12th century and is known for its stunning Gothic architecture.
20 km
20 km
unterer Aussichtspunkt Schiffshebewerk ScharnebeckViewpointThe unterer Aussichtspunkt Schiffshebewerk Scharnebeck offers a great view of the fascinating ship lift in action.
24 km
24 km
RullstorfVillageRullstorf is a small village that is worth a visit for its charming rural atmosphere and quaint houses.
38 km
38 km
Timeloberg78 mPeakTimeloberg is a scenic hill with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
40 km
40 km
Deutsch EvernVillageDeutsch Evern is a peaceful village with picturesque landscapes and traditional German architecture.
47 km
47 km
EmbsenVillageEmbsen is a small village with a rich history and is the starting point of this beautiful cycling route.
50 km
50 km
Finish: Oerzen Village centerEmbsen: Lüneburg's biking adventure in Embsen
Cycling routes from Embsen:
Lüneburg Loop Embsen Gravel Adventure Experience the Beauty of Lüneburg Challenging Gravel Ride Ultimate Lüneburg Challenge Lüneburg Loop Scharnebeck Short Loop Gellersen Gravel Adventure Lüneburg Gravel Loop Betzendorf Bonus Loop The Gravel Ride through Deutsch Evern and Melbeck The Scenic Road Ride to Embsen
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