The Lübeck-Elbe Canal has existed as a waterway and the old trade route from the salt town of Lüneburg to the Hanseatic city of Lübeck for centuries. Along the canal, which feels more like a river, you will pass villages, ships, half-timbered houses and of course the beautiful countryside that surrounds you.
On their own. Lüneburg is one of the most fascinating cities in Northern Germany. The brick Gothic stands in charming contrast to the lively, young city life. Everywhere in the city center the visitor encounters the history of the city, whose most important asset was salt. For more than 1000 years, salt was boiled in the saltworks and through the trade in the then precious "white gold" the city became rich and famous in the Middle Ages.
Overnight place: Lüneburg
Before you set off, get in the mood for the coming days in the German Salt Museum (in its own ranks) near the old town. You leave Lüneburg heading north.
In Erbstorf you will come across the Elbe Lateral Canal, which you will follow. In Scharnebeck you cycle past the impressive ship lift that bridges the 38 meter difference in altitude between the Lüneburg Heath and the Elbmarsch. We continue towards the Elbe. Today's stage destination, Lauenburg, is already in sight on the other bank. After a few kilometers up the Elbe you have the opportunity to cross the Elbe.
Overnight place: Lauenburg
Lauenburg's closed town layout with many lovingly restored half-timbered houses from the 16th to 19th centuries gives the old shipping town its unmistakable appearance. Today your route heads north towards Büchen. After a few kilometers you will come to the Elbe-Lübeck Canal. Follow the wide curves of the canal. You will pass the village of Güster, with its lake landscape created from old gravel mining areas, via Grambek to Mölln.
Overnight place: In the Eulenspiegel town of Mölln or Ratzeburg
Mölln benefited from its good location at the intersection of important trade routes. The "Alte Salzstraße" met other paths here that led east to Mecklenburg. In addition, there was the Stecknitz Canal, completed in 1398, as the oldest canal in Germany. Your journey always follows the canal via Berkenthin to Krummesse. After a few kilometers you will reach the confluence of the Elbe-Lübeck Canal and the Trave. Alternatively from Ratzeburg along the Ratzeburg Lake northwards through the suburbs of the Hanseatic city. Lübeck, the destination of your journey, has been reached. Let the day end with a coffee and a piece of Lübeck marzipan (on your own).
Overnight place: Lübeck
Today you can visit the museum harbor, the Holstentor or the historic old town of Lübeck again. After breakfast, you will travel home on your own or with an extension.
Overnight place: Lübeck (departure)
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| Double room including breakfast |
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| 28.04.2025 - 05.05.2025 | 499,00 € | 599,00 € |
| 06.05.2025 - 02.06.2025 | 539,00 € | 639,00 € |
| 03.06.2025 - 08.09.2025 | 589,00 € | 689,00 € |
| 09.09.2025 - 22.09.2025 | 539,00 € | 639,00 € |
| Single room including breakfast |
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| 28.04.2025 - 05.05.2025 | 649,00 € | 779,00 € |
| 06.05.2025 - 02.06.2025 | 689,00 € | 819,00 € |
| 03.06.2025 - 08.09.2025 | 739,00 € | 869,00 € |
| 09.09.2025 - 22.09.2025 | 689,00 € | 819,00 € |
If 5 people or more travel together, a group discount will be granted during the following periods.
Further information and the discount scale can be found under
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| Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 77,00 € | 90,00 € |
| Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 122,00 € | 149,00 € |
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| Doppelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 77,00 € | 96,00 € |
| Einzelzimmer inkl. Frühstück | 120,00 € | 180,00 € |
Every Monday from April 28th to September 22rd, 2025 (special dates possible for 4 people or more)
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| Double room including breakfast | From €499 | From €599 |
| Single room including breakfast | From €649 | From €779 |
3% early bird discount for tours in 2025 until the end of February
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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Parking: Hotel parking approx. 10 € / day, some free parking (information without guarantee, subject to availability, no advance reservation possible, payable on site)
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Rooms with shower/toilet or bath/toilet
Category I = comfort These are middle-class hotels or guesthouses with mostly 3*** stars, rarely 2** stars (according to DEHOGA) or comparable, which offer comfortable rooms, a decent breakfast buffet and a cozy atmosphere. They are mostly in a central location. | |
Category II Premium Here we book comfort or first-class hotels for you. Some of these are very good 3-star and 4-star hotels (according to DEHOGA) or comparable, which offer special comfort or are highly recommended due to their special location and ambience. They are mostly in a central location. |
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Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.
