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Lüchow-Dannenberg

Hitzacker (Elbe)

Kniepenberg Observation Tower – Rest area at the Kniepen Tower loop from Drethem

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Lüchow-Dannenberg

Hitzacker (Elbe)

Kniepenberg Observation Tower – Rest area at the Kniepen Tower loop from Drethem

Easy

5.0

(3)

10

hikers

Kniepenberg Observation Tower – Rest area at the Kniepen Tower loop from Drethem

00:40

2.34km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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Elbvorland zwischen Hitzacker und Drethem

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

756 m

Elbe River Beach near Hitzacker

Highlight • Beach

Nice beach to swim in the Elbe.

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2

1.34 km

Old sand conveyor on the Elbe

Highlight • Structure

An old, but still active, gravel works offers dilapidated charm for the next photo excursion.
The conveyor system on the Elbe side is permanently out of service.

Thanks to @Jan Niklas, I have changed the name of the highlight accordingly.

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3

2.22 km

Kniepenberg Observation Tower and Views over the Elbe

Highlight • Viewpoint

Well, that's almost like a mountain! After all, it is more than 50 meters up, quite remarkable for the high north and actually a little sweaty. And best of all, there is more! Because at the top of the "Kniepenberg" stands at 86 meters height of the lookout tower, with which you can grab another 16 meters on it and thus land on 102 meters. If it is not too cloudy, the view up here is fantastic. In particular, the view of the Elbaue alone is worth the climb.

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2.22 km

Kniepenberg Observation Tower

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Unfortunately currently closed, but you have a great view from there

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2.24 km

Shelter at the Observation Tower

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Good place for a rest before or after climbing the tower. If you are surprised by a storm, the hut offers good protection.

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6

2.27 km

Rest area at the Kniepen Tower

Highlight • Rest Area

7

2.29 km

Single trail at the Elbvorland observation tower

Highlight • Trail

Steep single trail, sandy in the end.

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2.31 km

Parking area with information board – Elbvorland zwischen Hitzacker und Drethem

Highlight • Parking

Parking lot with information board

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2.34 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.50 km

828 m

Surfaces

2.26 km

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Wednesday 8 July

23°C

12°C

41 %

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