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The Gate of Lübeck and Beyond
A road cycling route starting from Luebeck
Cycle through the historic Holsten Gate and explore picturesque towns and landscapes around Lübeck.
![Map miniature of "The Gate of Lübeck and Beyond" cycling inspiration in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/germany/schleswig-holstein/luebeck/road/199012.webp)
This cycling route takes you through the iconic Holsten Gate of Lübeck and showcases the charming towns, rolling hills, and beautiful landscapes of the region. With a moderate difficulty level, the route is suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists. The route covers a distance of 61 kilometers with 270 meters of ascent. Explore the Malerwinkel, known for its scenic beauty and connections to famous painters. Ride through Strukdorf and Ahrensbök, where you can immerse yourself in the local culture and discover hidden gems. The Flörkendorfer Teich and Stockelsdorf offer tranquil natural spots to relax. Finally, reach Sankt Petri, a historic area in Lübeck. Overall, this route combines history, nature, and local culture to provide an enriching cycling experience.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Stockelsdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/stockelsdorf-4.webp)
![Image of Bad Schwartau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/bad-schwartau-5.webp)
![Image of Groß Grönau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/gross-gronau-5.webp)
![Image of Ratekau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/ratekau-5.webp)
![Image of Krummesse](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/krummesse-5.webp)
![Image of Zarpen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/zarpen-5.webp)
![Image of Selmsdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/mecklenburg-vorpommern/selmsdorf-4.webp)
![Image of Timmendorfer Strand](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/timmendorfer-strand-4.webp)
![Image of Berkenthin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/germany/schleswig-holstein/berkenthin-4.webp)