Cycling in Northern Germany: the most beautiful long-distance cycle routes in the Hamburg metropolitan region.

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Get on your bike! The Hamburg metropolitan region's long-distance cycle routes

Ride along the Elberadweg Cycle Path by the Elbe, along the Baltic Sea coast, across the Lüneburg Heath or from Hanseatic city to Hanseatic city - everyone will find their favourite cycle route in the Hamburg metropolitan region.

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Right through the Nature Park Holstein Switzerland Cycle Route

These diverse cycle paths traverse over 200 kilometers through Schleswig-Holstein's largest nature park.

Along the sea and lakes

From Lakes to Castles Mecklenburg Lakes Cycle Route

Cyclists will encounter picturesque vistas, four nature reserves and magnificent castles on the 640 kilometres route between Lüneburg and Wolgast.

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Across Seven Countries North Sea Cycle Route

The approximately 6,000-kilometer North Sea Cycle Route also leads through the Hamburg metropolitan region. Cycle from Cuxland to Hamburg!

From Heiligenhafen to Flensburg Baltic Sea Cycle Route

Cycle over 1100 kilometers past traditional fishing villages and fashionable seaside resorts, always with a view of the Baltic Sea.

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Nature and History Hamburg-Rügen Cycle Route

Cycle the 520 kilometers from northern Germany's largest city to Germany's largest island through national parks, biosphere reserves and historical places.

North Sea, Elbe and Weser Circuit From Teufelsmoor to the Wadden Sea

Wetland lakes, rivers and tidal flats define this 450-kilometre-long circuit.

Exploring cultural landscapes

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Tracing Christian History Monks’ Trail

On this almost 1,000-km-long route, you can follow in the steps of the monks who brought Christianity to Northern Germany in the Middle Ages.

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Scenic Former Cattle Track Historic Oxen Trail

This 245km-long track provides cyclists with scenic views and insights on nature and cultural history in Northern Germany and Denmark.

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From Elbe to Weser Hamburg-Bremen Cycle Route

This 151-kilometre route between the Elbe and Weser rivers leads you through the countryside typical of Northern Germany.

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50 Leisure and Racing Routes ADFC RadReiseRegion Uelzen

Discover the RadReiseRegion Uelzen with its three main cycle routes and a total run of more than 900 kilometres.

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Cycle Along Railway Lines BahnRadWege Stormarn

Riding your bike along decommissioned railway lines, you will discover the scenic Stormarn landscape and the industrial beauty of days gone by.

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From Leinebergland to Hamburg Leine-Heath Cycle Route

This 413km-long cycle route connects the smooth hills and streams of the heath with historic towns and the Hanseatic City of Hamburg.

Meandering along the river

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Comfortable Heath Trip Aller Cycle Route

In the Aller-Leine-Tal valley, the only premium cycle route of the Lüneburg Heath combines the best conditions for cycling the region with spectacular views.

Cyclists crossing the river Oste with the Prahnfähre Gräpel

Passing Scenic Villages German Ferries Route with Oste Cycle Route

The German Ferries Route links up Northern Germany’s main waterways: Kieler Förde, the Kiel Canal, the Niederelbe and the Oste.

Peaceful and scenic landscape by the river Luhe.

Across Heath and Geest Luhe Cycle Route

Meandering with the River Luhe through scenic heath and geest landscapes. This 58km-long route traces the stream from its source to its outlet into the Ilmenau.

Along the Heath Brook Seeve Cycle Route

The 92km-long Seeve Cycle Route offers natural and cultural attractions and runs in three loops from Wehlen in the Lüneburg Heath to Over on the River Elbe.

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Exploring Hanseatic Cities Elbe Cycle Route

One of the most popular cycle routes in Germany, this 1260km-long route passes many maritime landmarks in the Hamburg metropolitan region and the Altes Land.

Aerial view of the Kiel Canal at Brunsbüttel

From Brunsbüttel to Kiel Kiel Canal Route

Cycle across the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein while exploring technology, cultural history and nature along the way: The Kiel Canal Route is about 325 kilometres long.

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Circuit with Scenic Variety Wümme Cycle Route

The Wümme Cycle Route connects the Lüneburg Heath to the City of Bremen. Cyclists can explore meadowy countryside, bogs and swamps, heath and woodland areas.

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Get on your bike Long-Distance Cycle Routes in Northern Germany

See this brochure to navigate along our 21 exciting cycle routes through the Hamburg metropolitan area. (PDF, 5.1 MB)

Cycling the Hamburg metropolitan region