Best backpacking trails in Cottbus

Historic themed cycle route around Cottbus. This long-distance cycle route follows in the footsteps of Prince Hermann Ludwig Heinrich von Pückler-Muskau (1785-1871) across Lusatia, who was himself a passionate traveller and landscape artist inspired by the beauty of the region. Along the 8 daily stages of the Prince Pückler Trail, cyclists can expect to see 30 IBA (International Building Exhibition) projects on the themes of urban, border, energy and water landscapes, as well as uncharted...

Stage 1 of the Fürst Pückler Trail. The first day's stage of the Prince Pückler Trail, which has been recognised by the ADFC as a 3-star quality cycle route, starts in Cottbus. It takes you to Branitz Baroque Palace, the birthplace of Pückler, which is located in Branitz Park with its beautiful gardens. The castle itself is also worth a visit with its numerous exhibitions. From Pückler's birthplace, the route follows the former coach path to the house where the prince died: Muskau Castle in...