Quick ride by bicycle from Reinbek to Marienthal

This route takes you on a relaxed ride from the pleasant town of Reinbek to Hamburg’s green neighborhood of Marienthal. Starting off in Reinbek, known for its beautiful castle and leafy parks, you’ll mostly cruise along quiet roads and scenic paths—perfect if you want to avoid busy traffic.

Over 18.5 km, you'll experience a gentle mix of surfaces, with the majority being easy-rolling asphalt. There’s a mild ascent early on, but nothing too demanding—the max elevation tops out around 48 meters, and you’ll actually descend a bit more overall. The route wanders through some charming local suburbs, skirting the edge of the Sachsenwald forest and into Hamburg’s eastern districts, with brief stretches on paving stones adding some variety.

You wrap up your ride in Marienthal, a peaceful Hamburg quarter with pretty villas and old trees—ideal for a cool down or coffee stop. Expect a leisurely, scenic trip, great for a weekend outing or a longer commute.