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Rühstädt

Welcome to Rühstädt, a charming destination in the heart of the Prignitz! This Travel Guide gives you an overview of the geographical location and special features of Rühstädt as well as the tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events. Learn more about culinary specialities and outdoor activities as well as tips for rainy days.

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Attractions in Rühstädt


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Bicycle Rides · Mecklenburg Lake District
Havel cycling route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 385.6 km
Duration 18:00 h
Ascent 70 m
Descent 111 m

The Havel cycling route is one of the most beautiful river cycling routes in Germany. We follow the Havel from its source at Ankershagen to ...

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from Janes Huff,   TMB Tourismus-Marketing Brandenburg GmbH
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 70.5 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 92 m
Descent 70 m

The lower part of the Havel cycle route leads from Rathenow through the Elbe River Landscape Biosphere Reserve past fishing villages and charming ...

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from Ramona Wolf/ ART,   Altmärkischer Regionalmarketing- und Tourismusverband
Hiking Trail · Prignitz
The Karthane Path
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 24.1 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 8 m
Descent 8 m

The route leads into the biosphere reserve "Flusslandschaft Elbe Brandenburg".

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from Penther,   Wandermagazin
Hiking Trail · Flusslandschaft Elbe
Around the village of the storks
Premium content Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 6.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 3 m
Descent 3 m

Storks, wide floodplains and quiet paths: The round trip through Rühstädt combines nature, birdwatching and village idyll for a relaxed hike with ...

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from Jarle Sänger,   Wandermagazin
Hiking Trail · Prignitz
Rühstädt Elbe Dyke Circuit
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.3 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 5 m
Descent 5 m

On the trail of Meister Adebar  Trail marker: green circle in a white square

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from Tourismusverband Prignitz,   Tourismusverband Prignitz e.V.
Bicycle Rides · Havelland
Havel cycle tour with variants
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 592.3 km
Duration 40:44 h
Ascent 476 m
Descent 515 m

The Havel Cycle Route runs mainly along the Havel through the federal states of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, (Mecklenburg Lake District), ...

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from Robert Tryner,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 23.7 km
Duration 1:35 h
Ascent 24 m
Descent 24 m

This unique cycling and hiking tour connects two of the most stork-rich places in Germany: the European Stork Village Rühstädt in the Prignitz ...

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from Ramona Wolf/ ART,   Altmärkischer Regionalmarketing- und Tourismusverband
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 91.9 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 6 m
Descent 16 m

On this route, we cycle a section of the Elbe Cycle Route from Havelberg to Dömitz. Actually, this varied long-distance cycle route starts in ...

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from Janes Huff,   TMB Tourismus-Marketing Brandenburg GmbH
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 26 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 1 m
Descent 3 m

Start your canoe tour in the idyllic Hanseatic town of Werben and paddle down the Elbe River to Wittenberge – into the vast river landscape between ...

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from Ramona Wolf/ ART,   Altmärkischer Regionalmarketing- und Tourismusverband
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 36.5 km
Duration 7:20 h
Ascent 1 m
Descent 4 m

Experience a multi-day canoe trip along the Elbe, taking you from Havelberg through the Hanseatic town of Werben to Wittenberge – through the vast, ...

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from Ramona Wolf/ ART,   Altmärkischer Regionalmarketing- und Tourismusverband
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Rühstädt is a small village on the western bank of the Elbe, surrounded by picturesque landscapes of meadows, fields and forests. It lies about 100 km northwest of Berlin and is easy to reach by car or train.

The highlight of the village is undoubtedly its numerous storks - it is also known as the "stork town". The majestic birds nest on the roofs of many houses in the village centre and can be observed all year round. Another highlight is the 13th century church of St. Nikolai with its impressive Gothic portal.

Culturally interested visitors should definitely visit the Alte Bischofsburg museum, where you can learn a lot about the history of the region. In addition, concerts, readings and exhibitions are held regularly.

For gourmets, a tasting of regional specialities such as wild boar or fish dishes is a must - these are particularly delicious in combination with a glass of wine from the nearby vineyards.

Outdoor fans will also get their money's worth here: In summer, cycling tours along the Elbe and hikes through the surrounding forests are inviting. In winter, you can go cross-country skiing in the nearby ski areas or ice skating on frozen lakes.

If it rains, we recommend a visit to the Kulturhaus Rühstädt, where theatre performances and film screenings often take place.

In conclusion: Rühstädt is definitely worth a trip! The picturesque landscape, the rich cultural heritage and the culinary specialities make this place an unforgettable experience. Come by and discover for yourself why Rühstädt is considered an insider's tip - this is the most beautiful place, located directly on the Elbe!

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Reviews

  • June 04, 2025
    Jörg F.
    Schöne Tour von Bad wilsnack bis Rühstädt. Schöne Natur.
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    Karthane
    Photo: Jörg F., Community
    Rühstädt
    Photo: Jörg F., Community
    Viele Storchennester in Rühstädt
    Photo: Jörg F., Community
    Photo: Jörg F., Community
    Written June 04, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    The Karthane Path
  • July 12, 2017
    Martin Twieg
    July 30, 2014
    Eine der schönsten Radtouren. Immer entlang der Havel, auch wenn man nicht ständig am Fluss entlang fährt. Die Tour ist nicht sehr anspruchsvoll. Nur die ersten 70 km sind recht hügelig. Der Rest ist ohne große Höhenunterschiede. Dabei könnte die Strecke kaum abwechslungsreicher sein. Durch Wälder und Wiesen, auf Deichen entlang der Havel, durch Städte wie Berlin und Potsdam sowie durch kleine Dörfer. Man kann sehr gut von Jugendherberge zu Jugendherberge fahren und somit die Nächte günstig und entspannt verbringen. Die Distanzen dafür liegen zwischen 60 - 100 km pro Tag. Die Wege sind fast ausschließlich auf Radwegen. Also keine vielbefahrenen Straßen. Kulturell kommt man ebenfalls auf dieser Tour nicht zu kurz. Schlösser, Obstplantagen sowie wunderschöne Altstädte bieten für jeden Geschmack etwas. Die Tour ist wunderschön und deshalb uneingeschränkt zu empfehlen!
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    Die Quelle der Havel
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    Haus der Aufseher KZ Ravensbrück
    Photo: Martin Twieg, Community
    Radweg an der Havel
    Photo: Martin Twieg, Community
    Am Ziel - Die Mündung in Gnevsdorf
    Photo: Martin Twieg, Community
    Fähre in Havelsee
    Photo: Martin Twieg, Community
    Potsdam - Landtagsgebäude
    Photo: Martin Twieg, Community
    Schloss Oranienburg
    Photo: Martin Twieg, Community
    Written July 12, 2017
    Bicycle Rides
    Havel cycling route
  • May 07, 2016
    Kevin haa
    Im Frühling bei 25 Grad angenehm.
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    Karthane
    Photo: Kevin haa, Community
    Wald
    Photo: Kevin haa, Community
    Elbauen
    Photo: Kevin haa, Community
    Storchendorf
    Photo: Kevin haa, Community
    Written May 07, 2016

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