Kirchwerder: Meadows, Paths and History

Kirchwerder combines impressive landscapes with historical landmarks and agriculture. Between the Kirchwerder Meadows, St. Severini, the Riepenburg Mill and Hof Eggers, there are several ways to explore the area: outdoor activities, history and insights into a working farm.

Meadows, Water and Paths

The Kirchwerder Meadows nature reserve stretches across Kirchwerder and Neuengamme and covers 857 hectares. Its landscape includes fields, meadows, ditches, ponds and lakes. Cycling and walking offer different ways to experience the area: whether by bike or on foot, you can take in the varied landscape with its waterways and open spaces.

The southern nature route of the Elbe Cycle Route runs car-free through the nature reserve and along the embankment of the former Marschbahn railway. If you prefer a walk, there is a circular trail around Hof Eggers, leading visitors through the landscape of the Vier- und Marschlande. The descriptions therefore highlight different options: a cycle route through the reserve and a circular trail that starts at the farm. Check current route conditions before setting off.

Grave Slabs and Mill History

Nine large historic grave slabs can be viewed in the bridal house of St. Severini Kirchwerder. The cemetery at St. Severini is also notable for its grave slabs: it has the largest collection of valuable grave slabs from the 16th to the 19th century in the Vier- und Marschlande. The number of slabs in the bridal house and the cemetery’s extensive collection are two distinct aspects of this historic site.

Another historical landmark is the Riepenburg Mill, first mentioned in 1318. It can be visited from February to December on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you plan a visit, check the opening times before setting off. This lets you fit a visit to the mill into your day on one of the specified weekdays.

Hof Eggers: Agriculture and Activities

Hof Eggers in Kirchwerder has been family-owned since 1377. The farm is dedicated to organic arable farming and livestock breeding, and has developed dining, event and tourism activities on the premises. The site thus combines agricultural themes with a range of offerings connected with the farm.

The farm’s history also includes an organic gardening business in Hamburg-Spaden, which the farm has operated there since 2019. The nursery grows organic herbs and organic vegetable plants for the Hofcafé kitchen. These products are also available through the Hofcafé and specialist regional retailers.

The circular trail around Hof Eggers complements the agricultural activities with an opportunity to experience the landscape of the Vier- und Marschlande. When planning, you can decide whether to focus on the paths in the nature reserve, the historic sites or the activities at Hof Eggers. These interests can help guide you in deciding which experiences to prioritize in Kirchwerder and which accommodation options to look into for your stay.

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