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MARITIME CYCLING TOUR

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Maritime Tour Cycling Guide The state capital Kiel is characterised by the Baltic Sea inlet “Kieler Förde” [Kiel Firth], the end of which, “Die Hörn”, cuts deep into the city. Since its founding almost 800 years ago, Kiel’s seaside location, between Germany and Scandinavia, has made it a pivot point for all major developments and events; canal construction, the Olympic Games, shipbuilding, ferry crossings and

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cruises, and as a centre for marine research. Kiel’s unique setting and its attractive surroundings also make it an ideal location for cyclists. Cycle tracks extend along the firth,

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while in the city itself a network of signposted bicycle routes point the way. The Maritime Tour leads you to specially marked points (information boards) highlighting the most beautiful sights and the most important locations in maritime Kiel. A good way to discover a city that lives beside, on and with the water.

ROUTE 1 THE INNER CITY AND THE INNER FIRTH

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Approx. 22.8 km

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ROUTE 1 THE INNER CITY AND THE INNER FIRTH Route 1 follows the Baltic Sea cycle route along the Kiel Firth. The maritime section is travelled by canal ferry to Tissenquai in Holtenau. From here the route along the firth was blocked off until 2014. After more than 100 years, the military use of this land came to an end and access was opened to all. After this the route continues past the airfield and over Hochbrücke (the High Bridge) on Cycle Route 1 to Schrevenpark. From there it continues through Kleiner Kiel and the marina and back to the Umsteiger at the main railway terminal. Length of round tour: 22.8 km

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Hirschfeldblick / Forest Nursery

From Umsteiger, the route leads directly to Die Hörn – and

Lock up your bike and climb the steps up to Hirschfeldblick.

Germany’s only deep-water harbour in the middle of the

Enjoy the lovely view overlooking the firth from this van-

city. Here, on both embankments, you can see the large

tage point. Hirschfeldblick is located on the former Royal

terminal buildings for the Baltic Sea ferries and cruise lin-

Danish Forest Nursery, which was established in 1788 to

ers. There are often up to five of these impressive ships in

promote forest management. Since 1900 the green space

the inner firth.

has been open to the public and is one of Kiel’s favourite local destinations for day trips and relaxation.

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The maritime museum gives an insight into the city’s

Wik/ Marine Quarters / Gorch Fock

long maritime history – with outstanding exhibits like the

The city district of Wik, which is characterised by its na-

“Brandtaucher”, one of the world’s first submarines, built

val history, is now undergoing a period of change. Due to

here in Kiel. Opposite you can see the docks, cranes and

the structural reform of the Bundeswehr [German armed

shipyards of HDW, which now build some of the most inno-

forces], after more than 100 years as a former military area

vative submarines in the world here, as well as merchant

around Nordmole, this district is now being integrated in a

navy ships and container ships.

new town-planning concept as a “maritime district”. Tirpitzhafen is still a meeting point for international naval

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The Seal Pool at IFM Geomar

units, and it is from here that Kiel’s most famous sailing

The Leibniz Institute send its fleet on regular expeditions

school ship, the “Gorch Fock”, regularly sets off on its jour-

to the Antarctic Ocean. On the other side of the firth you

neys to all of the seven seas.

can see the naval arsenal. The German navy’s ships are 7

repaired and serviced here. In the pipe-shaped pressure

Anscharpark

docks, which are clearly visible from here, great submer-

Established on the protected site of the Anscharpark in

sion depths are simulated for stress tests on submarines.

Kiel’s Wik district, nestled between the old trees and historic brick buildings of the former naval garrison hospital,

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Düsternbrook Leisure Boat Harbour

there are two residential buildings of modern rental apart-

The largest yacht harbour on Kiel’s inner firth and the ven-

ments, some of which provide barrier-free living.

ue of the Olympic Sailing Competitions of 1936. Opposite,

Next to the boiler house opposite, former Building 1 was

the river Schwentine flows into the Kiel Firth.

designed as the “Atelierhaus” (artists’ studio building). A place where contemporary fine arts, innovative designs and project-based expertise are produced and presented.

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The upper floors have work spaces for artists and creative

Maschinenmuseum

types, while the ground floor is dedicated to temporary

Two industrial buildings of the Kiel’s former gasworks form

exhibitions.

the framework for countless horsepower of historic pow-

Building 3 has also been made safe for the time being so

ered machines. One of a kind in northern Germany, more

that it can be renovated once plans for its use and imple-

than a century of the history of machine construction is

mentation have been developed.

clearly displayed and brought to life in this museum. From the ancient Otto engine and the hissing steam en-

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Petruskirche

gine, via the mysterious hot air engine, the drilling machine

Between 1905-1907, as Kiel’s Wik district became a major

powered by muscle, through to the roaring diesel engine

base with barracks for the numerous members of the Kai-

of the submarine.

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Designed by the then renowned Karlsruhe-based architects

Viewing platform on the canal locks

Robert Curiel and Karl Moser, it is one of Germany’s largest

Kiel Canal’s locks in Kiel and Brunsbüttel are among the

and most important Art Nouveau churches.

largest in the world. The Kleine Schleusen (little locks) have

Because of the excellent acoustics provided by its exposed

been in operation since 1895, the Große Schleusen (big

rafters and its wooden beam construction, the church is

locks) in 1914. Vessels measuring 235 m long and 32.5 m

now used not only for church services but also for concerts

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Passenger ferry on Kiel Canal

Schleusenpark

A passenger ferry commutes between the city districts of

The new park constructed in 2012 is a green oasis introduc-

Wik and Holtenau, ferrying pedestrians and cyclists across

ing new life to an area on the southern bank of the canal in

Kiel Canal within a few minutes. The canal locks in Holtenau

the city’s Wik district that was used primarily by industry

can easily be seen from here.

and the German navy. The 1.5 hectare park forms the north13

ern end of an axis from Anscharpark.

Tiessenkai

The new park can be viewed from the Wiker Balkon (Wik

Tiessenkai is characterised by its historic cobblestones and

balcony), a viewing platform on the embankment above

its nostalgic harbour atmosphere. This wharf, which was

Uferstraße.

named after the ships’ chandler Hermann Tiessen in 1976,

Not only does it offer a lovely view over Kiel Canal and Kiel

is a favourite destination for old sailing freighters, which

Firth, it can also be used as an open-air stage.

offer group trips or sightseeing tours on request.

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Holtenau Lighthouse

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Ravensberg Water Tower

The old Holtenau lighthouse dating form 1895 stands at the

The Ravensberg water tower, which was built in 1896 as a

entrance to Kiel Canal.

source of drinking water, was placed under monument pro-

The 20 metre high round brick tower with an octagonal

tection in 1976 and went out of use in 1990. Architecturally

foundation is now a popular venue for wedding ceremo-

this brick building is consciously styled on medieval forti-

nies. The small green area of land around the tower was

fication, city and castle towers. The 34 metre high tower

formed from material excavated from Kiel Canal and

stands on an artificial mound.

dumped in front of the original embankment. From here

Since the year 2000 the water tower has been privately

there is a wonderful view of the locks as well as of ships

owned and after being used for a time as a venue for or-

until they reach the point at which they leave the canal and

ganized events, theatre performances and concerts, it was

enter the Baltic Sea.

renovated and converted into luxury apartments.

MFG 5-Areal in Kiel-Holtenau

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Kleiner Kiel/ Marina

For decades the helicopters of the naval air wing Marine-

Kleiner Kiel, which is separated into two parts by a bridge,

fliegergeschwader 5 (MFG 5) set off from here on their sea

was originally connected to the Kiel Firth. In the summer,

rescue missions. The 80 hectar site has not been used for

a swimming sculpture by the Kiel artist Ulrich Behl (*1939)

military purposes since 2012. Kiel City Council would like

can be seen on the northern section of the shallow inland

to develop a vibrant district for working, living and leisure

water, surrounded by green space. Aluminium tetrahe-

time here. There are information boards along the route

drons move like sails on the water, though they are an-

detailing the history, planning processes and future of the

chored.

site.

Originally the arm of the firth, of which Kleiner Kiel and the marina still remain, surrounded Kiel’s „Altstadtinsel“ (old

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Holtenau High Bridge

town island) – which is still clearly recognisable on the city

Anyone intending to cycle over the Holtenau high bridge,

map. After 100 years of town planning changes, however,

which is 518.40 metres long and was renovated in 1996,

more and more of it has been separated from the firth. Fol-

must be prepared for a climb of 42 m. This is the guaran-

lowing its redesign, the triangular marina has become a

teed passage height for shipping. From up here there is a

popular urban area in the centre of Kiel, tempting visitors

fantastic view of the extended grounds of the Holtenau lock

into staying a while and relaxing.

where Kiel Canal meets Kiel Firth.

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BICYCLE HIRE AND MORE UMSTEIGER – FURTHER BY ROAD, RAIL & WATER If you do not plan to start your tours with your own bicycle, you can hire quality bikes at the Bike Station in “Umsteiger” at the main railway terminal. Here you will also find a bike repair workshop and a bicycle park with more than 600 parking spaces. At Umsteiger you can also obtain tickets and information on the regional bus, firth ship and rail service. www.umsteiger-kiel.de

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