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The Coastal Expedition
A road cycling route starting from Stade
Embark on a coastal adventure, exploring scenic landscapes and captivating towns
![Map miniature of "The Coastal Expedition" cycling inspiration in Lüneburg, Germany. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/germany/luneburg/stade/road/172315.webp)
This road route takes cyclists on a captivating journey along the coast, covering a distance of 102 kilometers with an elevation gain of 95 meters. It offers a moderate challenge, suitable for well-trained amateurs, allowing riders to experience the charm of the coastal region. Highlights along the route include Hohe Wedel, a serene nature reserve offering peaceful surroundings, Burweg, a picturesque village with idyllic landscapes and charming architecture, Schwebefahre Osten-Hemmoor, a unique suspension ferry connecting two towns, Balje, a quaint village with stunning views of the marshes and rivers, Sperrwerk Freiburg Elbe, an impressive barrier built to protect against flooding, Freiburg (Elbe), a picturesque town situated on the banks of the river, Drochtersen, a historical town with notable landmarks, and Stade, a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Deinste](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/deinste-5.webp)
![Image of Hammah](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/hammah-4.webp)
![Image of Dollern](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/dollern-5.webp)
![Image of Haseldorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/haseldorf-4.webp)
![Image of Grünendeich](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/grunendeich-3.webp)
![Image of Steinkirchen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/steinkirchen-4.webp)
![Image of Himmelpforten](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/himmelpforten-5.webp)
![Image of Horneburg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/luneburg/horneburg-5.webp)