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Elmshorn

Welcome to Elmshorn, a charming destination in northern Germany. As part of the federal state of Schleswig-Holstein, the city is known for its picturesque location on the river Krückau and its rich cultural heritage.

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Attractions in Elmshorn


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Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 897.7 km
Duration 210:00 h
Ascent 1,115 m
Descent 1,117 m

The German section of the international coastal trail E9 Atlantic-Baltic alternates between running along the coast and inland without significant ...

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from Hanna Finkel,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Cycling · Lauenburg
Elberadweg
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 166.9 km
Duration 11:35 h
Ascent 218 m
Descent 216 m

From Lauenburg to Brunsbüttel, you cycle on a section of the Elberadweg through Schleswig-Holstein. Length: 170 km

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from Ludwig Kleinhenz,   Herzogtum Lauenburg
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
North Sea Coast Cycle Route (D-Route 1)
Premium content Difficulty easy closed
Distance 915.4 km
Duration 62:00 h
Ascent 775 m
Descent 769 m

The North Sea Coast Cycle Route or D-Route 1 runs along the entire German North Sea coast from the Dutch to the Danish border.

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from Wiebke Hillen,   Outdooractive Premium
Hiking Trail · Schleswig-Holstein inland
Liether Limestone Pit and Moor
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 12 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 9 m

This circular route starts at the Liether Limestone Pit and largely follows the nature trails through the area of the Liether Moor and back again.

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from Michi SagtMoin,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Schleswig-Holstein inland
From Elmshorn to Glückstadt (Western Elbe route 2)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 28.9 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 66 m
Descent 68 m

Green marshland as far as the eye can see, the sluggishly flowing Elbe, and last but not least the worth-seeing towns of Elmshorn and Glückstadt ...

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Long Distance Hiking · Schleswig-Holstein inland
Oxen Way (western route)
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 227.5 km
Duration 74:00 h
Ascent 869 m
Descent 836 m

The Oxen Way runs from Wedel in Schleswig-Holstein to Flensburg and then continues as the Danish Army Road on the Cimbrian Peninsula.

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from Matthias Hartmann,   Outdooractive Premium
Bicycle Rides · Schleswig-Holstein inland
From Hamburg via Wedel to Elmshorn (Western Elbe route 1)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 60.8 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 340 m
Descent 349 m

We face a total 60 km route along the Elbe. Along the way, you can experience up close the contrast between the turbulent life at the starting ...

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Hiking Trail · Schleswig-Holstein inland
Small Krückau walk
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 1:50 h
Ascent 3 m
Descent 3 m

A nice route around Krückaupark, Steindammwiesen and a stretch towards the A23. On the way back, a little through residential areas and a crossing ...

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from Michi SagtMoin,   Community
Hiking Trail · Schleswig-Holstein inland
Circular route over Krückaudeich and Altenmoor
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 3 m
Descent 3 m

This circular route connects a few scenic sections. It starts with the Krückaudeich. Then it goes to the idyllic but unfortunately much too short ...

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from Michi SagtMoin,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Hamburg
Ferryman, hol över!
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 91.6 km
Duration 6:18 h
Ascent 52 m
Descent 52 m

Varied route through the Wedeler, Seestermüher and Haseldorfer Marsh. Today's destination was the historic Kronsnest ferry. For centuries, ...

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from Jörn Jung,   Community
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Geographically, Elmshorn is located between Hamburg and Kiel, making it an ideal base for day trips to both cities. Its proximity to the North Sea makes it a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, while hikers can explore the nearby forests.

Tourist attractions include the historic 18th-century town hall and the Water and Local History Museum with its impressive collection of artefacts from the region. A visit to the former manor house Gut Bissenbrook is also worthwhile to get an insight into life in the countryside in the 19th century.

Cultural highlights include the annual jazz festival "Jazz an de Waterkant" and the play "Die Rantzauer - Eine Familiengeschichte" (The Rantzauers - A Family History), which is performed every summer. If you are interested in art, you should definitely plan a visit to the Museum Pinneberg, which houses an extensive collection of modern works of art.

For culinary delights, we recommend the traditional North German fish market or dinner in one of the many cosy restaurants along the river Krückau.

Outdoors, you can go cycling or boating in fine weather. In winter, you can visit the nearby ski resorts or go ice skating at the ice rink in the city centre.

If it rains, there is still plenty to do - such as a visit to the "Cinemaxx" cinema or a round of bowling at the Elmshorn Bowling Arena.

Overall, Elmshorn is definitely worth a visit and offers something for everyone. Whether you are interested in history, art, nature or good food - this charming town has it all!

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