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May 30 2026

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North 2 Peak 2026

Name: North 2 Peak 2026
Start: 2026-05-30T08:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-30T08:00:00-04:00
Location: Alter Elbtunnel

 Hamburg, Germany  621.3mi (999km)

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La Conquista Bikepacking 2026

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North 2 Peak is a 1,000-kilometer bikepacking challenge from Hamburg to the Brocken and back again…

When

Date: May 30, 2026

Time: 8:00 am

Details

Event Website

Organizer: Philipp Janßen, Lisa Schrader

Email: info@north2peak.de

Where

Alter Elbtunnel

St. Pauli-Landungsbrücken, Hamburg 20359 Germany

North 2 Peak is a self-supported bikepacking adventure covering up to 1,000 kilometers through Northern Germany, the Harz Mountains, and the Lüneburg Heath. Riders navigate a mix of gravel roads, forest trails, and quiet country lanes, testing their endurance and self-reliance. The route showcases the region’s diverse landscapes — from rolling heathlands to rugged climbs. It’s an adventure that blends challenge, freedom, and the spirit of exploration.