Elbe övelgönne vägbeskrivning
Embarking on this route, you will get to know Hamburg from its maritime side. In between, you will be able to experience an authentic beach feeling right on the Elbe. You will then climb up the Elbe slope to Blankenese via the stairs quarter. In the centre of Blankenese, you can take the S-Bahn S1 back towards the city centre. The route from the Övelgönne museum harbour to the lower part of the stairs quarter has a length of 8 kilometres.
Ascending through the stairs quarter, it is another 1. The route along the Elbe is also well suited for bicycles, even though it can be fairly busy on sunny weekends. Next, you can choose between two options: you can keep left and walk directly along the beach, watching the hustle and bustle of locals with their dogs and digging your feet into the sand as you walk along the water.
You can enjoy a perfect panoramic view of the port and marvel at the large container terminals just opposite, with their impressive gantry cranes for loading and unloading ships. After a 4-kilometre walk, you will reach the Teufelsbrück ferry terminal.
Elbstrand Beach
For a little detour to beautiful Jenischpark , you will cross the Elbchaussee to the right and quickly find yourself in the middle of meadows, ancient trees and a scenic little stream. The hillside location of this English-style landscaped garden also provides for a wonderful view over the Elbe and the port. Culture lovers can take the opportunity to visit the Ernst Barlach House , the Bargheer Museum or the Jenisch House and explore the diverse range of art, music and cultural offerings available there.
At Teufelsbrück, you continue along the Elbwanderweg trail towards Blankenese. Just opposite, on the far side of the Elbe, you will see the extensive premises of Airbus , the French-German aircraft manufacturer. The assembly plant has the size of nearly football pitches and is the place where ultra-modern passenger planes are built. The premises even include a runway on-site.
Several times a day you can spot a Beluga — the whale-shaped Airbus cargo aircraft — landing or taking off from here. Stretching over a length of 9 kilometres, the Elbchaussee runs parallel to your Elbwanderweg trail. Here you can also find the stately premises of Louis C. From the increasing density of sailing boats in small marinas you will notice that you are slowly arriving in Blankenese, a beautiful residential area that used to be a fishing village.
Many sailing clubs are based here, as boating plays an important role to this day. However, before you make your way up the hill, we recommend taking a deep breath on the banks of the Elbe.
Elbe villa route
Right in the middle of the water, at the level of the Strandweg stairs, you will see the Blankenese Lighthouse , which is over 32 metres high. A staircase leads you to a little platform that provides a wonderful view of the Elbe and the Elbe slope. Surrounded by water, you will notice a slight swaying feeling as you enjoy your refreshment. Winding alleys and a total of 5, steps take you up the slope past these historic buildings with their enchanting gardens — accompanied by a stunning view of the Elbe.
All those who are not up for such a climb can use the bus. The stairs quarter takes you directly to Hessepark , a well-kept park that invites you to relax on one of the benches surrounded by lush greenery. So why not enjoy a moment of contemplation and perhaps visit the bronze baptismal font from the 13th century. Now you are in the very centre of this noble suburban quarter.
Along the Elbe
Here at Blankeneser Bahnhofstrasse you can watch the young and old from the locality who come here to stroll, shop, chat or dine. As a route planner, we strive to put together particularly diverse routes through Hamburg's most beautiful areas. Did you like our Elbe villa route?
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