Stederau

The Stederau is a waterway in Lower Saxony that runs through the Gifhorn region before joining the Ilmenau River. The water flows through rolling countryside with meadows and forests, creating a natural corridor through the landscape.

The waterway formed through natural processes and became important for farming in the region over many centuries. Mills and irrigation systems used its flow to support agricultural development in the surrounding villages.

The brook shapes how locals experience their landscape and is valued as a place for walks and nature watching. People see it as part of their connection to the land around them.

The brook is easily accessible through walking and cycling paths that connect different sections and offer views of the surrounding landscape. The terrain is generally flat to gently rolling and suitable for visits throughout the year.

The waterway is part of a larger river system that eventually reaches the Elbe River and flows to the North Sea. This connection links it to a water network stretching far beyond the local region.

Location: Gifhorn

GPS coordinates: 52.87772,10.65684

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42