Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 3, 2026

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Naturpark Wendland.Elbe

Elbvorland zwischen Hitzacker und Drethem

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Start point

Bus stop

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590 m

Tießau Harbor

Highlight • River

Here you can take a relaxed stroll

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2.17 km

An old, but still active, gravel works offers dilapidated charm for the next photo excursion.
The conveyor system on the Elbe side is permanently out of service.

Thanks to @Jan Niklas, I have changed the name of the highlight accordingly.

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3.05 km

Kniepenberg Observation Tower and Views over the Elbe

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Well, that's almost like a mountain! After all, it is more than 50 meters up, quite remarkable for the high north and actually a little sweaty. And best of all, …

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4.19 km

Drethem

Highlight • Settlement

A beautiful village in the Wendland

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4.28 km

Evangelical Church, Drethem

Highlight • Religious Site

The Protestant church in Drethem is a brick hall hall dating back to the 18th century. The north side contains truss and carries a ridge turret. The equipment with pulpit altar comes from the construction of the church.
de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drethem

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5.35 km

View towards Bahrendorf

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another look. Unfortunately, there is no way to sit down on a bench to enjoy the view.

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6.51 km

Apple Trail Bahrendorf

Highlight • Trail

Particularly worthwhile in autumn when the apples are ripe.

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10.5 km

Elbe Riverside Between Hitzacker and Drethem

Highlight • Natural

Lonely landscape, wonderful to hike, an experience, especially in winter.

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11.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.95 km

2.49 km

1.29 km

794 m

Surfaces

7.85 km

1.60 km

1.37 km

625 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Tuesday 21 April

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