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Schleswig-Holstein

Hochdonn railroad bridge – Hochdonn Railway Bridge loop from Burg (Dithmarschen)

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Germany

Schleswig-Holstein

Hochdonn railroad bridge – Hochdonn Railway Bridge loop from Burg (Dithmarschen)

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Hochdonn railroad bridge – Hochdonn Railway Bridge loop from Burg (Dithmarschen)

01:28

24.8km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 16.2 km for 214 m

Open: • January-December (otherwise closed)

After 21.0 km for 217 m

Open: • January-December (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.09 km

View of the Hochdonn Rail Bridge

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The Hochdonn railway bridge is located in Schleswig-Holstein. The Marschbahn crosses the Kiel Canal on it. The high bridge was built from 1913 to 1920.

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5.58 km

Hochdonn railroad bridge

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simply brilliant, these views leave you speechless. What a gigantic building

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7.36 km

Boat Harbor on the Kiel Canal

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11.0 km

Kanal 33 Café & Restaurant on the Kiel Canal

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Right next to the Hohenhörn canal ferry.

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16.2 km

View of the Hochdonn Railway Bridge

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When the summer weather is nice, a tour here is worth it.

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16.4 km

Hochdonn Ferry and Railway Bridge on the Kiel Canal

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The ferries across the Kiel Canal run around the clock as needed. You'll definitely come over, no matter when you come. And it's free. There is nothing to complain about. ;)

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16.9 km

Hochdonn Railway Bridge

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The construction of the Kiel Canal (1887 to 1895) cut the route of the Marschbahn east of Brunsbüttel. A swing bridge was built for the railway at Taterphal, which existed …

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17.7 km

Hochdonn Canal Bridge

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A gigantic structure. As I know it is 42m high and 2218m long. Definitely a highlight on this route.

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24.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.2 km

3.31 km

3.23 km

2.71 km

326 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.8 km

4.61 km

1.19 km

691 m

611 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 23 August

21°C

12°C

0 %

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Hochdonn railroad bridge – Hochdonn Railway Bridge loop from Burg (Dithmarschen)

View of the Hochdonn Rail Bridge

Hochdonn railroad bridge

Boat Harbor on the Kiel Canal

Kanal 33 Café & Restaurant on the Kiel Canal

View of the Hochdonn Railway Bridge

Hochdonn Ferry and Railway Bridge on the Kiel Canal

Hochdonn Railway Bridge

Hochdonn Canal Bridge

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