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Wedel Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

town in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

About Wedel

Wedel is situated on the right bank of the Elbe, approximately 17 km (11 mile), west ofHamburg. Its main claim to fame is the "ship welcoming machine" that greets every ship heading up the river to Hamburg with its flag and national anthem.

Top Attractions in Wedel

Explore the best things to see and do in Wedel:

  • Ernst-Barlach-Museum Wedel
  • Stadtmuseum Wedel
  • Theaterschiff Batavia
  • Wedeler Roland
  • Willkommhöft Schiffsbegrüßungsanlage

Where to Eat in Wedel

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Schulauer Fährhaus

Where to Stay in Wedel

  • 🏨Hotel Diamant
  • 🏨Hotel Freihof am Roland

Wedel Travel Guide Sections

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