Elster Post Mill (Elbe) – Elbe and R1 Cycle Routes Merge loop from Elster (Elbe)

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Elster Post Mill (Elbe) – Elbe and R1 Cycle Routes Merge loop from Elster (Elbe)

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Elster Post Mill (Elbe) – Elbe and R1 Cycle Routes Merge loop from Elster (Elbe)

03:38

61.3km

140m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

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Naturpark Fläming/Sachsen-Anhalt

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Train Station

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2.54 km

Elster Post Mill (Elbe)

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Beautifully restored post mill directly on the Elbradweg, a real eye-catcher.

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15.8 km

Wittenberg Market Square and the Town Church

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There are impressive buildings to see, including the Luther House, which has been largely preserved in its original state since the Reformation. Many events and special city tours take place …

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23.9 km

Elbe and R1 Cycle Routes Merge

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It's clear that the Elbe Cycle Path is more frequented than the R1. You encounter more cyclists.

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27.8 km

View of the River Elbe in the Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve

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Fantastic panoramic views of the Elbe meadows. Dense alluvial forests and golden sandy beaches. The steep bank is very close to the Elbe.

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28.4 km

Katharinenholz

Forest

43.2 km

Wittenberg Harbour

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45.2 km

All Saints' Church (Castle Church), Wittenberg

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Marthin Luther posted his 95 theses on this door of the castle church. Unfortunately, the original door is burned and only a fake church door can be seen today.

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48.1 km

Wendel

Lake

55.4 km

View of the Elbe

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You can take a break at this point.

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56.0 km

Elbe Cycle Path Near Lutherstadt Wittenberg

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A short distance from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg lies this beautiful part of the Elbe Cycle Route. Here you can relax and recover from the stress of everyday life.

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