The best MTB trails in Prignitz

The new B189 bridge near Wittenberge is part of the A14 motorway expansion and the dilapidated old bridge to the north (built in 1978, longest GDR road bridge). The new construction, which is scheduled to open to traffic in mid-2026, is part of a major infrastructure project to modernize the Elbe crossing and replace the old structure.

In the Hitzacker-Wittenberge section, nature and history, embedded in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve "Elbe River Landscape", offer an interesting tour section on the Elbe Cycle Route. The silence between the towns and the colorful wildlife with storks, cranes, beavers, and sheep hint at the primordial nature of the landscape. In spring and autumn, they shape.

If you visit the castle in Lenzen, a side trip to this unspoiled lake is also worthwhile.

The observation tower on the Elbe Cycle Path near Bälow is situated in the heart of the Elbe floodplains and offers a panoramic view of the river landscape, dikes, and meadows of the Prignitz region. It primarily serves as a rest stop and viewpoint for cyclists on the Elbe Cycle Path, as well as an observation point for the diverse birdlife of the Elbe River Landscape Biosphere Reserve. From the elevated platform, numerous water birds and meadow birds can be observed, especially during migration seasons, thus combining landscape observation with a nature experience.

A sprawling, flat river landscape characterized by waterways, meadows, and groups of trees. The lowlands serve as a natural floodplain and change their appearance depending on the water level and season. Open vistas are characteristic, making the area a typical example of a near-natural Elbe floodplain landscape.

Rühstädt is known throughout Germany as the "Stork Village"—a reputation this idyllic Elbe village owes to its exceptionally high number of breeding white storks. Since 1996, Rühstädt has officially held the title "European Stork Village," awarded by the European Natural Heritage Foundation (Euronatur), and has since been considered an outstanding example of successful coexistence between people and nature. A central feature of the village is the NABU Visitor Center, which provides vivid information about the lives of storks and the ecological importance of the Elbe floodplains. A highlight of the year is the popular Stork Festival, which attracts visitors from near and far and celebrates the close connection between the village and its feathered summer guests. Today, Rühstädt stands as a symbol of successful species conservation and sustainable, nature-oriented village development. It impressively demonstrates how careful land use, dedicated nature conservation, and village tradition can work together to preserve a unique habitat—for storks and people alike.

The bridge over the Stepenitz is an important crossing just before the river flows into the Elbe. It connects central urban areas with adjacent residential and recreational areas and is used by vehicular traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists. Its location in the river and floodplain landscape offers unobstructed views of the Stepenitz and the surrounding countryside. It is a defining element of Wittenberge's cityscape.

Wittenberge Town Hall is a prestigious building dating from 1912 to 1914 and is one of the city's most striking structures. Constructed in the Historicist style with Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque elements, it reflects Wittenberge's economic importance during the Industrial Revolution. The town hall tower, standing approximately 51 meters tall, is particularly prominent, dominating the cityscape and offering a viewing platform. To this day, the building serves as the seat of the city administration and is an important architectural and historical landmark.