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The Great Elbe Adventure
A road cycling route starting from Dassendorf
Embark on a 117-kilometer road cycling adventure along the Elbe River
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Experience the beauty of the Elbe River on this scenic road cycling route. With a total distance of 117 kilometers, the Great Elbe Adventure offers a journey through picturesque landscapes, charming towns, and historical sites. Suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists, this route includes some challenging ascents and rewarding descents.
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Start: Dassendorf Village centerDassendorf: Scenic cycling routes along the Elbe River
Dassendorf, located in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, offers a mix of road and gravel cycling routes for cyclists. The locality has relatively flat terrain with some gentle inclines, making it suitable for cyclists of all levels. One of the popular cycling routes in the area is the Elbe-Radwanderweg, which offers beautiful views of the Elbe River. Dassendorf is a cycling-friendly area with enough options for road and gravel cyclists to enjoy their rides.1 km
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HohenhornVillageMake a stop in Hohenhorn, known for its medieval church.
13 km
13 km
Alte FischtreppeViewpointDiscover the Alte Fischtreppe, a historic fish ladder built in the 18th century.
31 km
31 km
Illmer Berg11 mPeakEnjoy breathtaking views from Illmer Berg, a prominent hill in the region.
38 km
38 km
WulfsenVillageExplore the charming town of Wulfsen, with its traditional half-timbered houses.
50 km
50 km
MarxenVillageMarvel at the beauty of Marxen, a peaceful village surrounded by nature.
63 km
63 km
SeevetalTownDiscover Seevetal, a lively town with a variety of attractions.
74 km
74 km
Naturschutzgebiet HeuckenlockViewpointVisit Naturschutzgebiet Heuckenlock, a nature reserve teeming with wildlife.
86 km
86 km
VeddelSub-urbImmerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Veddel, a multicultural neighborhood in Hamburg.
100 km
100 km
OststeinbekVillagePass through Oststeinbek and admire its beautiful rural surroundings.
110 km
110 km
Bismarckturm AumühleViewpointClimb up to the Bismarckturm Aumühle and enjoy panoramic views of the Elbe River.
117 km
117 km
Finish: Dassendorf Village centerDassendorf: Scenic cycling routes along the Elbe River
Cycling routes from Dassendorf:
Exploring Gravel Paths around Dassendorf The Countryside Getaway Hohenhorn and the Rottorf Landscape Stapelfeld and the Brunstorf Countryside Tranquil Gravel Ride through Tespe and Dönnsenberg Challenging Ride to Horn and Kayhude The Gravel Adventure The Dassendorf Loop The Great Elbe Adventure The Grande Adventure The Gravel Adventure
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