Aller-Elbe Cycle Path

Short Description

The cross-connection between the Aller and Elbe rivers runs from west to east on cozy paths through the beautiful landscape of Saxony-Anhalt.

Description

The Aller-Elbe Cycle Path connects the Elbe Cycle Path north of Magdeburg with the Aller Cycle Path near Seggerde in the Börde district and, together with the Aller Cycle Path, provides a connection between the Elbe and Weser rivers.

Route Description

This cycle path creates the connection between the Aller Cycle Path and the Elbe Cycle Path. Starting from Seggerde in the Ohre district, the cycle path runs for approximately 82 km to Hohenwarthe, where it connects directly to the Elbe Cycle Path. The varied landscape of the Flechtinger Höhenzug as well as tourist highlights alternate along the route, offering numerous opportunities for exploration. Along the Romanesque Road and Garden Dreams, you will encounter historical garden and architectural art as well as recent technical masterpieces, such as the largest waterway intersection in Europe in Magdeburg/Rothensee.

The Aller-Elbe Cycle Path starts in Seggerde and runs from east to west to Belsdorf, Flechtingen, Altenhausen, Emden, and Bebertal. Passing through Hundisburg, Haldensleben, Hillersleben, Valhldorf, Groß Ammensleben, Jersleben, and Wolmirstedt, it continues to Hohenwarte. The route traverses diverse landscapes with no significant inclines, making it suitable even for inexperienced cyclists.

 

Further Information

Tourist Information Magdeburg, Ernst-Reuter-Allee 12, 39104 Magdeburg, Tel. 0391/19433, Fax: 0391/5404930

 

Jersleber See Campsite, Opening Hours: May-Oct., Strandweg 1, 39326 Jersleben, Tel. 039201/21857, Fax 21858
The lake, with an area of approximately 40 hectares, is located in the heart of the typical Börde landscape. In close proximity to a poplar grove and the Mittelland Canal, it is a gem for relaxation and leisure. The campsite offers permanent and tourist pitches, electrical connections, and a modern sanitary building with: disabled cabin (shower, toilet, and sink), baby changing room with tub and accessories, washing cubicles, shower cubicles, toilets, sinks, and disposal facilities for chemical toilets. Dogs are allowed on the campsite. In the immediate vicinity of the campsite, there are: boat rental, table tennis and mini golf facilities, volleyball and childrens playground, cafes, ice cream parlor, and grocery store.

Directions

Take exit Helmstedt-West on the A2 and follow the signs towards Mariental and Seggerde. Turn right in Mariental and drive through Grasleben and Weferlingen to Seggerde.

Parking Information

No designated parking lots, parking available on the street