Nature Reserve Guide
Elbdeichvorland is a nature reserve situated within the expansive Elbe River Landscape UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, characterized by a dynamic interplay of dry and wet biotopes. This region features vast Elbe Valley floodplains, inland dune areas, and the lowlands of several Elbe tributaries, alongside ancient alluvial forests and pristine wetlands. The diverse and well-preserved natural features of Elbdeichvorland provide an ideal environment for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, hiking, and more.
Elbdeichvorland offers…
98
Routes
4.7
(283)
Average rating
1527
People visited

4.8
(48)
163
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
(16)
48
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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25
riders
51.1km
03:00
80m
80m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.1
(7)
30
riders
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
(2)
75
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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111
riders
77.1km
03:50
130m
130m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.3
(6)
46
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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34
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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51
runners
14.0km
01:29
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.98km
00:57
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
runners
17.9km
01:53
30m
30m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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25
hikers
7.42km
01:52
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
20
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
hikers
3.85km
00:59
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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16
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
31.7km
01:47
70m
70m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.8
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27
riders
68.9km
03:24
100m
100m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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24
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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17
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elbdeichvorland offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 80 routes across these sports. More than 1,300 visitors have explored the area.
Yes, Elbdeichvorland is well-suited for cycling, with options for touring, road, mountain, and gravel biking. The region is part of the renowned Elbe Cycle Route. Explore routes like the Wittenberge Harbour Promenade loop for touring cyclists.
Elbdeichvorland offers various hiking trails, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. A popular option is the View of the Elbe at Wahrenberg loop, which is 4.6 miles (7.4 km) long. Another trail is the Elbe Promenade Wittenberge loop, an easy 2.6-mile (4.2 km) route.
Yes, Elbdeichvorland has easy cycling routes suitable for beginners. An example is the Aland Bridge near Pollitz loop, an easy touring cycling route of 16.4 miles (26.4 km). For road cycling, the Village Church Rühstädt loop is an easy 19.8-mile (31.9 km) option.
Elbdeichvorland is characterized by Elbe Valley floodplains, inland dune areas, and lowlands of Elbe tributaries. It features both dry and wet biotopes, including ancient alluvial forests and pristine wetlands. The Elbe River's dynamic flow significantly shapes the landscape.
The region is part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, known for its rich biodiversity. It is home to beavers, black storks, white storks, sea eagles, red deer, foxes, badgers, and wolves. It also serves as an important migration and resting place for birds like wild geese and cranes.
Elbdeichvorland is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,300 visitors recording tours. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. There are 80 routes available for various outdoor activities.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Elbdeichvorland to help plan activities. These include Cycling in Elbdeichvorland, Hiking in Elbdeichvorland, and Running Trails in Elbdeichvorland. Guides for specific sports like Road Cycling and Mountain Biking are also available.
Elbdeichvorland offers mountain biking routes with varying difficulty levels. A moderate option is the Cycle Path on the Elbe Dike loop, which is 26.7 miles (42.9 km) long. The Old Oil Mill Wittenberge loop is an easy 19.6-mile (31.6 km) route.
The Elbe Cycle Route (Elberadweg) passes through Elbdeichvorland, offering extensive cycling opportunities. Information about this route is integrated into the broader context of the Elbe River Landscape UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Komoot provides specific routes that are part of or connect to the Elbe Cycle Route.
Elbdeichvorland features natural monuments and lakes as highlight categories. The region's main attractions are its diverse landscapes, including the Elbe Valley floodplains and inland dune areas. The rich biodiversity and dynamic river system are also notable features.
Elbdeichvorland is administered as part of the larger Elbe River Landscape UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. For inquiries, contact the Biosphärenreservatsamt Schaalsee-Elbe. The phone number for the UNESCO-Biosphärenreservat Flusslandschaft Elbe M-V is 0385 588630.
Elbdeichvorland offers several jogging routes, typically of moderate difficulty. Examples include the Elbe Promenade Wittenberge loop, which is 8.7 miles (14.0 km) long. Another option is the Hotel Haus Singer loop, a 5.5-mile (8.9 km) route.

