Discover Haselau

Cycle routes and a walk along the Elbe dike give a stay in Haselau two distinct focal points. The municipality is connected to three long-distance cycle routes: the Elbe Cycle Route, the North Sea Cycle Route and the historic Ochsenweg. On foot, a walk along the Elbe dike can lead from Hetlingen via Haseldorf and Haselau to the Pinnau barrage. Along the way, views open up across fields, orchards, meadows and rapeseed fields. Historic and local sights are also part of the destination’s character.

Cycling or walking along the Elbe dike

If you like to plan your outings around cycling, Haselau is connected to three named long-distance cycle routes. The Elbe Cycle Route, the North Sea Cycle Route and the historic Ochsenweg offer different themes for planning your tours. A simple question can help you choose your itinerary: should cycling shape your stay, or would you rather spend most of your time on foot? If you are travelling with others, this makes it possible to take different preferences into account early in the planning process. The balance you want between cycling, walks and sightseeing can also give your accommodation search a personal focus.

The walk along the Elbe dike offers a specific way to experience the landscape on foot. The route can lead from Hetlingen via Haseldorf and Haselau to the Pinnau barrage. Fields, orchards, meadows and rapeseed fields make up the views along the way. The Bishorst area lies within the Haseldorfer Binnenelbe with Elbvorland nature reserve. This makes both the path along the dike and the protected area landscape features you can explore further while planning your visit.

Local sights in Haselau

Places to visit in Haselau include the historic moat, the village museum and the Church of the Holy Three Kings. They add different points of interest to a stay: the moat draws attention to a historic site, while the village museum and church offer other sightseeing options. Schleswig-Holstein’s oldest stud farm is another local feature of Haselau. This makes it easy to add sights to your itinerary if you are interested in local history and distinctive institutions as well as cycling tours or a walk along the dike.

Combining activities is another possible starting point for your planning. Instead of searching for a general holiday profile, tailor your search to the experiences that matter to your travel group.

More options in the wider Pinneberg destination

Pinneberg adds its own nature, outdoor activity and cultural themes to the wider destination. Pinneberger Fahlt is a wooded area and recreational site in Pinneberg City Forest, used for walks, jogging and sports activities. Drostei Park lies just behind Pinneberg city centre and has walking paths as well as opportunities for sports and exercise. The two parks therefore offer different ways to enjoy the outdoors: the city forest on the one hand, and walking paths behind the city centre on the other.

The Pinneberg Tree Park offers a distinct focus: it is a park featuring the 26 “Trees of the Year.” The idea took shape as part of the International Garden Show igs Hamburg 2013 in the Pinneberger Baumschulland exhibition area. The Pinneberg Tree Nursery Museum also highlights this regional tradition: it is the only museum in the German-speaking world devoted to the tree nursery industry. Those interested in culture can find exhibitions, concerts and literary events at the Drostei, the cultural centre of Pinneberg district.

For water skiing and wakeboarding, Cablesport Arena Pinneberg is a cable park on a lake. Seasons and prices may change, so check them before making plans. Taken together, these Pinneberg destinations offer more ways to include outdoor activities, tree culture and events in your travel plans. Which ones you choose depends on the themes that matter most to you alongside the experiences in Haselau.

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