From Rathenow to the Hanseatic city of Havelberg

The Lower Havel from Rathenow to Havelberg is perfect for a canoe holiday amidst one of the most beautiful river landscapes in Germany. If you are looking for peace and relaxation, this is the right place. The nature here is almost untouched. The gentle current allows paddling in both directions. On picturesque river sections, you can also absorb the diversity and originality of the landscape on shorter, leisurely canoe trips.The tour is ideal for nature lovers, as it leads through a unique river landscape right through the Westhavelland Nature Park. With a bit of luck, you may encounter a kingfisher, black stork, kite, or beaver. Along the way, numerous natural swimming spots invite you to take a short break. If you enjoy hiking with the canoe section by section, you will find idyllic bivouac sites suitable for camping overnight. Camping sites with boat docks and corresponding services are also available on the Lower Havel. Length: approx. 44 km (2-4 days) Start: Rathenow Finish: Havelberg Route: Rathenow - Grütz - Molkenberg - Gülpe - Gahlberg - Strodehne/Garz - Vehlgast - Hanseatic City HavelbergShore leave: Rathenow: Optical Industry Museum, Optical Park, Weinberg, and Weinberg Bridge Grütz: one of the last needle weirs in Germany at the Grütz lock Molkenberg: idyllically located post mill and church in Schollene Gülpe: unique bird paradise Gülper See with viewpoints and nature trail Strodehne: nice artist village with a beautiful church and mill as well as sculpture park Garz: church and historic four-sided farms Vehlgast: neo-Gothic brick church in Vehlgast, good observation opportunities for rare animals further down the river to the Hanseatic City Havelberg Hanseatic City Havelberg: beautiful old town island with half-timbered houses and St. Marien Cathedral Nautical information: The Gülper Havel may only be navigated by muscle-powered watercraft from June 16 to March 1.