Bille River — where is it? River guide

What makes this place unique

About

The Bille River is a right tributary of the Elbe, meandering through the eastern quarters of Hamburg amid green banks.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Waters

The Bille flows through the eastern districts of Hamburg, offering a scenic contrast to the urban industrial port areas. It passes through Bergedorf and merges into the Elbe network. See its track on the Harita.

This river is vital for localized drainage and provides lush riverbank habitats that are highly protected within northern Deutschland.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: River
Coordinates: 53.5511° N, 9.9937° E
Tip: Respect local safety rules around water and seasonal access.

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Forest

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Forest

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Stream

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Stream

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Picnic area

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Picnic area

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Location on the map

Map

53.5511° N, 9.9937° E