Kranichroute - Cycling in the Uelzen heath region

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Kranichroute - Cycling in the Uelzen heath region

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Kranichroute - Cycling in the Uelzen heath region

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54.0km

200m

Cycling

The 55-kilometer circuit takes you on a largely flat route from Uelzen past nature conservation and bird sanctuaries, where you may be lucky enough to see cranes.

From Uelzen you cycle under the Elbe side canal and dive on the other side of the river into a wonderfully wide field…

by Heideregion Uelzen

Last updated: April 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 51.1 km for 435 m

Waypoints

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38.3 km

Along the Elbe Lateral Canal

Highlight (Segment) • River

On the service routes, which lead along both sides of the Elbe side channel, you can cycle in a wonderfully relaxed way and enjoy the great views.

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38.9 km

Great view of the canal

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From the Emmendorfer Bridge, you have a beautiful view of the Elbe-Seitenkanal. Especially during autumn, it's a very beautiful panorama and a great photo opportunity.

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51.3 km

Hundertwasser Station Uelzen

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A train station as beautiful as a fairytale castle.

The island train station in Uelzen, designed by the famous architect Hubert Stier, was put into operation in 1887. A century …

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.6 km

13.1 km

9.14 km

5.42 km

769 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.8 km

21.6 km

2.06 km

1.67 km

702 m

225 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 24 October

13°C

7°C

98 %

Additional weather tips

It’s set to rain on your activity. Pack a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

February 2, 2019

The 55-kilometer circuit takes you on a largely flat route from Uelzen past nature conservation and bird sanctuaries, where you may be lucky enough to see cranes.
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From Uelzen you cycle under the Elbe side canal and dive on the other side of the river into a wonderfully wide field and meadow landscape

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