Dömitz Fortress – Former Dömitz Border Facility loop from Festung Dömitz

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Dömitz Fortress – Former Dömitz Border Facility loop from Festung Dömitz

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Dömitz Fortress – Former Dömitz Border Facility loop from Festung Dömitz

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6.53km

10m

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Moderate run. 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 19, 2026

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2.60 km

Dömitz Fortress

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The fortress Dömitz, located on the Mecklenburg Elbufer, is one of the few well-preserved flatland fortresses of the 16th century in northern Germany.

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2.79 km

Former Dömitz Border Facility

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albeit simulated, the inner-German border fortifications ran right here. Right next to the fortress town of Dömitz with the citadel, which is well worth seeing

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2.84 km

View of the Old Dömitz Railway Bridge

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Since the Dömitzer Elbe Bridge (B191) was rebuilt, no ferry has been operating here. But you have a beautiful view of the Elbe and the Dömitzer Elbe bridge from the old ferry pier.

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4.15 km

Drawbridge at Dömitz Harbor

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Bascule bridge in use, wonderful spectacle 🎭

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4.28 km

Dömitz Harbor and Speicher Hotel

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Dömitz is a highlight along the Elbe Cycle Route. The harbor is not only nice to look at, there are also hotels and restaurants. In addition, you will find nearby …

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