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Herzogtum Lauenburg

Lauenburg/Elbe

Lauenburg Old Town – Lauenburg Rufer Statue loop from Lauenburg/Elbe

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Herzogtum Lauenburg

Lauenburg/Elbe

Lauenburg Old Town – Lauenburg Rufer Statue loop from Lauenburg/Elbe

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Lauenburg Old Town – Lauenburg Rufer Statue loop from Lauenburg/Elbe

04:15

16.5km

90m

Hiking

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: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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925 m

View of the Elbe bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The only bridge for pedestrians, cyclists, cars and trains far and wide. Otherwise you have to use the ferry.

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1.01 km

The lower town of the old shipping town of Lauenburg is worth a trip. The lower town is at risk from every powerful Elbe flood. The water levels are marked at one point. The last floods were a disaster for every owner. People who had recently renovated had to start all over again.
The lower town is home to many artisans and many restaurants. There is a lot to discover.

It's also worth taking a long walk along the Elbe to the former match factory (now a youth hostel), the winter pictures come from there (05.02.2012). The way back takes you through the old town or vice versa. If you dare, go from the lower town up to the castle. You will be rewarded with a wonderful view at the top.

Lauenburg is the home port of the steam-powered paddle steamer Kaiser-Wilhelm.

The best view of Lauenburg is from Hohnstorf.

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1.11 km

Historic Half-Timbered Houses of Lauenburg's Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

You can see a few half-timbered houses, some with very slanted beams.

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1.20 km

Historic old town of Lauenburg on the Elbe

Highlight • Historical Site

A stroll through the beautiful old town with its pretty half-timbered houses is well worth it. It feels like stepping back in time. Some houses have information boards about their history.

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1.26 km

Lauenburg Rufer Statue

Highlight • Monument

Rubbing your already bare thumb brings luck :-)

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1.36 km

To the Old Skipper's House, Lauenburg

Highlight • Restaurant

The traditional half-timbered house from 1663 is located in a picturesque corner of the "lower town" of Lauenburg, directly on the Elbe. With its guest house and the "Fährleutehaus" (Anno 1649), the "Altes Schifferhaus" offers 24 comfortable rooms with a total of 46 beds.

The kitchen of the "Altes Schifferhaus" spoils you with down-to-earth and varied specialties from the region, the waterfront and the inland of Schleswig-Holstein.

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1.95 km

Elbe–Lübeck Canal in Lauenburg

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The Elbe-Lübeck Canal begins/ends here in Lauenburg. From the Lauenburg canal bridge you have great views of the canal in both directions.

The Elbe-Lübeck Canal was opened in 1900. It is 61 km long and connects the Baltic Sea via the Trave with the Elbe near Lauenburg. It thus secures the connection of the Lübeck ports to the European inland waterway network. There are also smaller ports and transhipment points along the canal. With seven locks, the canal overcomes the heights between the Baltic Sea and the Elbe.

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7.08 km

Gravel Pits and Fishing Ponds Kieswerk Menneke

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Over the years, gravel mining has resulted in five excavators/fishing ponds, which are great for walking. The area is particularly suitable for dogs. The fishing ponds are privately owned and swimming is unfortunately not allowed. Fishing is for members only. Dogs can cool off their paws in some places (on a leash). Please make sure, however, that there are no anglers nearby who could be disturbed. 😉

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16.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.3 km

2.63 km

2.01 km

1.22 km

247 m

104 m

Surfaces

3.75 km

3.59 km

3.36 km

3.30 km

2.41 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Lauenburg Old Town – Lauenburg Rufer Statue loop from Lauenburg/Elbe

View of the Elbe bridge