Quick ride by bicycle from Wedel to Halstenbek

This relaxed route takes you from the riverside charm of Wedel to the leafy suburb of Halstenbek, covering just under 17 km on mostly smooth, paved paths. Starting in Wedel, a cozy town known for its welcoming Elbe beach and the famous Willkomm-Höft ship greeting point, you'll roll out on a mix of quiet roads and cycle paths—perfect for a chilled ride.

The route is impressively flat, with hardly any climbs (the max elevation barely hits 24 meters!), making it a friendly option for all levels. Most of your ride will be on asphalt and paving stones, so you can expect a comfortable cruise through northern Hamburg’s western outskirts. Halstenbek, your destination, is known for its sprawling nurseries and the lush Krupunder Park, ideal for a post-ride breather.

You’ll mostly skip busy roads, enjoying green scenery and peaceful neighborhoods along the way. It’s a pleasant, no-stress trip—ideal if you want to soak up a bit of local life between two charming towns without breaking much of a sweat.