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Velpke Gravel Lake – Velpker Kiessee loop from Velpke

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Velpke Gravel Lake – Velpker Kiessee loop from Velpke

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Velpke Gravel Lake – Velpker Kiessee loop from Velpke

00:37

2.37km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

1

612 m

Abandoned Railway Tracks

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Since rail traffic was discontinued here in 1987, the tracks can be crossed safely.

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2

1.08 km

Former Schandelah–Oebisfelde Railway Line

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The tracks and other relics of the former Schandelah–Oebisfelde railway line are still here. Passenger traffic was initially discontinued after the division of Germany. From 1953 to 1975, passenger services …

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1.08 km

View of the gravel pit lake in Velpke

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Quiet view a little away from the paths, below a staircase with somewhat dilapidated wooden supports, there was also a bench at one time

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4

1.39 km

Velpke Gravel Lake

Highlight • Lake

A nice place, but the last few meters should be covered on foot.

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5

1.47 km

Velpker Kiessee

Highlight • Beach

According to the fishing club, swimming is prohibited due to climbing plants. I walked 25 meters into the lake as far as I could stand. The ground is soft, with …

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6

1.77 km

Sandbanks at the Renatured Kiesabbau Lakes

Highlight • Lake

the ponds invite you to linger and also to observe waterfowl.

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7

1.90 km

Velpker Kiessee

Highlight • Lake

8

1.93 km

Observation tower overlooking the Kiessee

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Great vantage point to observe nature.

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2.37 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.17 km

199 m

Surfaces

1.73 km

643 m

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Monday 12 October

17°C

4°C

16 %

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