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Germany
Lower Saxony
Otterndorf

Medem River Estuary and Lock – Elbe Promenade and Small Beach loop from Otterndorf

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Germany
Lower Saxony
Otterndorf

Medem River Estuary and Lock – Elbe Promenade and Small Beach loop from Otterndorf

Moderate

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Medem River Estuary and Lock – Elbe Promenade and Small Beach loop from Otterndorf

00:42

6.80km

10m

Running

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

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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2.09 km

Medem River Estuary and Lock

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A great bike and hiking trail leads here amidst beautiful nature, highly recommended and interesting at the same time 👍🏼.

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2.14 km

Deichbau Monument at the Pumping Station

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The bronze monument was erected in 1996, symbolizing the heavy work of the former dyke construction.

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2.17 km

Dike Workers Sculpture, Otterndorf

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KEEN DON'T WANT TO DIEKEN
EN MUST WEAR
Design and execution F.Müller - Belecke 1996

(Who doesn't want to dike, has to give way)

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2.29 km

Medem Lock

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The medem is a primeval river; Once a tidal creek, it stretches about 16 km through the country and then flows into the Elbe. It serves as a drainage canal, smaller ships can reach the small port via the river.

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2.87 km

Elbe Promenade and Small Beach

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Dogs have to be on a leash and then you can start, always along the Elbe and watch the ships.

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2.87 km

Entrance to the Otterndorf Lock

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At this point, you're at the entrance to the Otterndorf Lock. From here, you have a fantastic view of the lock itself, boats, and ships entering and leaving, or passing by.

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3.46 km

Elbe Riverside Promenade

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Be careful not to lose your way here!

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3.53 km

Otterndorf Beach

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There you can have a good time.

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6.80 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.55 km

1.20 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.45 km

2.19 km

2.13 km

< 100 m

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Monday 31 August

19°C

14°C

56 %

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