Itzehoe Tourismus

The famous Danish poet and fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen visited Breitenburg Castle and Itzehoe Castle four times between 1840 and 1844, spending a total of five weeks there. "The castle is beautifully situated in the middle of a garden, on high terraces and around the marshland, through which

From Itzehoe, you'll cycle through flat landscapes, past historic buildings and surprising natural treasures. The start and finish are conveniently located at Itzehoe Town Hall, which you can reach by public transport. A detour to Itzehoe Monastery is worthwhile right at the beginning. This traditional

On the Bekau Tour, you'll stop at some of the most beautiful natural and cultural sites around Itzehoe. The start and finish point at Itzehoe Town Hall is easily accessible by public transport, making the tour particularly convenient for those just arriving.



Right at the beginning, the St. Laurentii Church

The bridge tour begins and ends centrally at the town hall in Itzehoe and takes you on a relaxing tour through the vast, northern German landscape of Holstein. Immediately after the start, you'll cycle towards Heiligenstedten to the bascule bridge, a real eye-catcher with moving parts and a fascinating

If you're looking for an extended tour full of North German nature and history, this tour will delight you. The starting point of this varied tour is in the heart of Holstein. At times, you'll cycle with stunning views of green dikes and expansive meadows, at others past small villages and quiet river

The Castle Tour is ideal for anyone looking for a relaxing ride through the scenic and historic corners around Itzehoe. Starting at Itzehoe Town Hall, which is easily accessible by bus or train, you'll first cycle out of town. The Nordoe Temple awaits shortly after. The panorama is dominated by fields

The Meadow and Forest Tour takes you on a relaxing tour through the green surroundings of Itzehoe. The start and finish are centrally located at Itzehoe Town Hall. By train, you'll quickly reach the starting point and can set off immediately.



You'll alternate between quiet roads, well-developed bike paths

You'll set off from the town hall in Itzehoe, easily accessible thanks to its central location and public transport connections. After just a few kilometers, you'll reach the Hungry Wolf airfield. The unusual name arouses curiosity, but the site is especially exciting if you want to watch the parachutists

The starting point offers direct access to the North German countryside. After just over ten kilometers, you'll reach the Nordoe inland dunes. Here, you can see how the heath and forest have changed over the years. Today, the protected dune landscape attracts many nature enthusiasts.



The Stör River awaits