The Wittenbergen nature reserve is located on the banks of the Elbe near Rissen and offers a varied landscape. On top of the Geest, heathland and oak scrub forests grow, while below there are sandy beaches and wet meadows. The steep slopes of the Elbe are not only impressive, but also an ideal habitat for sand lizards. In spring, the rare checkered lily blooms here. From here you have wonderful views over the Elbe to the Elbe island of Nesssand and the Altes Land.

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Michael wandert 🥾

December 20, 2017

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Heathland, oak ridge forests and inland dunes can be found in this NSG.

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Werner

November 17, 2019

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This heath area, which is located in the NSG Wittenberge, also gives visitors a "heath feeling" in the west of Hamburg.

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1. Anchor at Willkomm-Höft – Elbhöhenweg — Wedel section loop from Blankenese

21.2km

05:38

220m

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2. Wittenbergen Lower Lighthouse – Elbe Riverside Trail loop from Wittenbergen

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3. Wittenbergen Lower Lighthouse – Wittenbergen Heath loop from Blankenese

10.6km

02:50

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Tuesday 10 March

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Location: Hamburg, Germany

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1. Anchor at Willkomm-Höft – Elbhöhenweg — Wedel section loop from Blankenese

2. Wittenbergen Lower Lighthouse – Elbe Riverside Trail loop from Wittenbergen

3. Wittenbergen Lower Lighthouse – Wittenbergen Heath loop from Blankenese

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