Up and down the Elbe
On the Elbe you can watch the imposing freighters work their way leisurely through the water, dream of adventures or simply let the wind blow around your nose. There are many ways to experience the Elbe. Why not hop aboard and let one of the passenger ships whisk you away on an Elbe cruise.Good to know
Climatic Factors
Hop on your bike or lace up your hiking boots! Take the time to discover some of our natural treasures! When the sun sets glistening on the water, a very special atmosphere unfolds on the banks of the river Elbe.
Its favourable location on the river Elbe and the sand of the slope Geesthang made the city interesting as a location for innovative research and industry at an early stage. Geesthacht has a fascinating history of industry and technology. The tradition of innovation and research continues to this day. Facilities such as the Helmholtz-Centre Geesthacht make the city the largest research site in Northern Germany. You can also marvel at our impressive structures, such as the large lock Elbschleuse and Europe’s largest fish migration ladder. In our GeesthachtMuseum!, you can learn more about all of this in a modern exhibition.
Our Tourist information Geesthacht is happy to help you plan your holiday and find the right hotel or holiday apartment.
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