Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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23.6 km

Bardowick lift bridge over the Ilmenau River

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Beautiful path along the Ilmenau to the lifting bridge in Bardowick.

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25.9 km

Ilmenau Riverside Trail

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Just nice to drive ... absolutely do it

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27.1 km

Ilmenau Riverside Trail

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The cycle path between Bardowick and Lüneburg, directly along the Ilmenau, is beautifully landscaped and very easy to navigate.

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27.7 km

Ilmenau River

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Very nice cycle path along the Ilmenau. The river has largely natural banks here and leaves a picturesque impression.

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30.9 km

Stadtschloss Lüneburg

Castle

31.2 km

View of the Old Crane (Alter Kran) in Lüneburg

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The old crane dates back to the 14th century, it was used to lift goods and also the Lüneburg salt works. In its prime, the crane even managed to lift …

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33.4 km

Lüner Holz

Forest

47.2 km

Fehlingsbleck

Nature Reserve

49.7 km

Cycle Path Near the Elbe Lateral Canal

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Wonderful path that doesn't run directly along the canal.

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52.9 km

View of Lauenburg Old Town

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From the Hohnstorfer Elbdeich you have a wonderful view of the old town of Lauenburg

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53.3 km

View of Lauenburg

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Enjoy peace and quiet, right by the water

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54.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

15.1 km

10.7 km

8.85 km

502 m

180 m

Surfaces

24.2 km

12.7 km

10.2 km

2.64 km

2.40 km

2.00 km

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