Discover Borstel-Hohenraden

Borstel-Hohenraden can be explored through two specific points of reference: the different dates when Borstel and Hohenraden were first mentioned, and the transport connections through the municipality. This places local history and practical travel side by side as two distinct perspectives.

Local history with two first mentions

Borstel was first documented in 1388 under the name Borstele. Hohenraden’s first recorded mention dates to 1638. In 1988, the municipality celebrated the 600th anniversary of Borstel’s first mention. The dates refer to different historical points in time: the anniversary marks the mention of Borstel, while Hohenraden has its own mention, dated later.

So, when looking into the history of Borstel-Hohenraden, it is worth keeping both names and their respective dates in mind. This provides a concrete starting point for exploring Borstel and Hohenraden without combining the two mentions under a single date.

Getting here: State Road 76 and Bus Route 594

State Road 76 runs through the municipality and connects Borstel-Hohenraden with Pinneberg and Quickborn, as well as with the Hamburg–Kiel and Hamburg–Itzehoe motorways. If you are travelling by car, check the current traffic conditions and possible diversions in advance.

Bus route 594 stops in both parts of the municipality, including Borstel and Hohenraden. It passes through Pinneberg railway station and runs along the Norderstedt–Quickborn–Pinneberg–Wedel corridor. The timetable is valid from 14 December 2025 to 12 December 2026; check the latest timetable before travelling.

When looking for accommodation, these details can help structure your comparison: consider whether the stops in the two districts or the connection via the state road matters more for your trip.

More to explore in the wider Pinneberg destination

Green spaces and trees are also in focus across the wider Pinneberg destination. Pinneberger Fahlt is a wooded area and local recreation spot in the Pinneberg municipal forest, used for walking, jogging and sports activities. The Pinneberg Tree Park is a park featuring the 26 “Trees of the Year.” The idea originated in 2013 as part of the International Garden Show igs Hamburg, in the Pinneberger Baumschulland exhibition area.

For water skiing and wakeboarding, Cablesport Arena Pinneberg is a cable park on a lake. The operating season and prices may change, so check the latest information before making specific plans. Drostei Park is located directly behind Pinneberg town centre and offers walking paths as well as opportunities for sport and exercise. This wider destination offers a range of park and activity options to explore.

The Drostei is the cultural centre of Pinneberg district and hosts exhibitions, concerts and literary events. The Tree Nursery Museum in Pinneberg offers a special connection to the region’s economic history: it is the only museum in the German-speaking world dedicated to the tree nursery industry. Thus, the range of topics in Pinneberg encompasses culture and tree nursery history as well as nature and exercise.

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