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Magdeburger Warte with cyclistsPhoto: Thomas Kempernolte, Elm-Freizeit, CC BY-SA, Thomas Kempernolte
Route overview
In the Middle Ages, the Lappwald was the border area between the Duchy of Braunschweig and the Archbishopric of Magdeburg. The old border protection system "Landwehr" with three watchtowers is still largely preserved. It is a testimony to turbulent times when people tried to protect themselves from foreign armies, robber knights, and all sorts of riffraff. The medieval circular route leads through the Lappwald past several medieval sights. Information boards explain the history.
Author’s recommendation
Lappwald:
- Landwehr Magdeburger Warte
- Landwehr 1st Walbecker Warte
- Landwehr 2nd Walbecker Warte
- Brunnentheater
- Bad Helmstedt/Brunnental
- Burgberg Ruin
- Wölbäcker Fields
- Adam and Eve – Former Duel Site
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
The route partially runs on field and forest paths, so appropriate riding skills are required.
If you notice any damage or dirt, these can be reported to the authorities responsible for the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park.
Email: np-elm-lappwald@lk-wf.de
Phone: 05331 84463
Tips and suggestions
Roadbook
Route description
The start and end point of this route is at the Magdeburger Warte, located directly on the B1 east of Helmstedt. This is a circular route, so the route can alternatively be started and ended at any other place described along the path.
The Magdeburger Warte is situated at the edge of the Lappwald, directly on the B 1 between Helmstedt and Morsleben. Before starting the bike ride, the old watchtower should be climbed. The ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view over Helmstedt extending to the Elm. In clear weather, the visibility to the southeast even reaches as far as the Harz with its highest peak, the Brocken at 1,141 meters.
The information board here provides details about the Helmstedter Landwehr, a border fortification constructed in the Middle Ages. In addition to the Magdeburger Warte, the 1st Walbecker Warte and the 2nd Walbecker Warte are relics of this former border fortification.
Now the actual route starts heading north towards the next information board at the 1st Walbecker Warte (stamp point 17). After a short stop at the former watchtower, you continue at a steady pace to the 2nd Walbecker Warte.
Next, the route crosses the state border into Saxony-Anhalt. The path then follows the former DDR border troops' patrol road for about 1.5 km towards Bad Helmstedt. Caution is needed here, as it is not easy to keep your line on the slab road. Careful cyclists dismount and enjoy the nature.
Upon arriving at Brunnental, you pass by the Brunnentheater to take a short break at the Berliner Bär and enjoy the view of the ponds.
After a detour to the Burgberg ruin (stamp point 18), the route heads back. Passing the well-preserved Wölbäcker fields, located near the path, the last stop on the route is the old duel site of the Helmstedt students. The name of the place, "Adam and Eve," refers to two hornbeam trees planted here around the year 1500.
Now, returning to the starting point of the route is just a "stone's throw" away.
1. Walbecker Warte
2. Walbecker Warte
Brunnentheater
Ruine Burgberg
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Nearest stops:
Bus: Helmstedt, Fiuggiring (0.7 km)
Train station: Helmstedt (2.4 km)
www.vrb-online.de
Parking
There are several parking spaces near the Magdeburger Warte that can be used.Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
The book about the routes in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park:
Elm-Lappwald Nature Park - The 20 Most Beautiful Bike Routes, ISBN 978-3-945715-12-3, 12.90 EUR (Germany)
This book contains 20 carefully elaborated bike routes through this wonderful region, complemented by free information available on the internet such as route flyers, GPX data, and a smartphone app (Android). Additionally, the book includes a fold-out map with the routes. It is available in all bookstores, at regional bike dealers, and online.
The app for the routes in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park:
The flyers for the routes in the Elm-Lappwald Nature Park:
Author’s map recommendations
Braunschweig – Helmstedt with Elm-Lappwald Nature Park
ISBN 978-3-89920-462-9
Bike maps for the region:
http://www.elm-freizeit.de/index.php/fahrrad/fahrrad-radkarten-region
Equipment
A bicycle helmet should be part of the equipment for the route.
Provisions for the journey are recommended.
Localization
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