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Ilmenau River – Ilmenau Riverside Trail loop from Vastorf

Ilmenau River – Ilmenau Riverside Trail loop from Vastorf

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Ilmenau River – Ilmenau Riverside Trail loop from Vastorf

03:37

63.5km

260m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 31.7 km for 287 m

Open: • 6:00 PM-10:00 AM (otherwise dismount required)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.52 km

Railway bridge over the Elbe Lateral Canal near Wendisch Evern

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This railway bridge is a good entry point to get from the Elbe Side Canal to the Lüneburg Landwehr.

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27.6 km

Ilmenau Riverbank

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There are many small, beautiful trails along the Ilmenau! You can also take a break or swim in many places

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31.6 km

Am Sande (Lüneburg)

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The square is surrounded by gothic gabled houses. The name "Sande" derives from the then unpolished place.

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32.4 km

Stintmarkt in the historic water district, Lüneburg

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The Stintmarkt is located in the historic water district of Lüneburg. As the name suggests, the fish species "smelt" used to be traded here, a small, herring-like fish that was …

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32.4 km

View of the Old Crane (Alter Kran) in Lüneburg

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The old crane dates back to the 14th century, it was used to lift goods and also the Lüneburg salt works. In its prime, the crane even managed to lift …

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34.3 km

Ilmenau River

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Very nice cycle path along the Ilmenau. The river has largely natural banks here and leaves a picturesque impression.

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34.9 km

Ilmenau Riverside Trail

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The cycle path between Bardowick and Lüneburg, directly along the Ilmenau, is beautifully landscaped and very easy to navigate.

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35.4 km

Ilmenau Riverside Trail

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The approximately 120 km long Ilmenau Cycle Path is a joint project of the districts of Uelzen, Lüneburg and Harburg. The Ilmenau is the most important body of water in …

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45.1 km

Drögenholz

Forest

60.1 km

Die Birken

Forest

63.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.8 km

14.0 km

13.3 km

7.03 km

1.88 km

338 m

102 m

Surfaces

17.5 km

13.6 km

13.5 km

11.5 km

4.31 km

2.98 km

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

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