Best walking trails in Cottbus

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Explore the most popular walking trails near Cottbus with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

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#1 - Branitz Park Loop
5.0 (11)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
Varied circular hiking trail in Branitz Park, Brandenburg. A wonderful loop in the historic Branitz Park with its Pyramid, Castle and Black Lakes. There are refreshment stops and the starting point is easily accessible by bus and train. Highlights: - Branitz Castle - Water pyramid
#2 - Cottbus: Sandower Stadtrundgang
3.9 (3)·Easy·5.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#3 - Stadtrundgang durch Cottbus
5.0 (1)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#4 - On the South Rim Tube
4.0 (1)·Easy·7.2 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
#5 - Gallinchen Loop
3.2 (6)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Circular trail near Cottbus in the state of Brandenburg. The route initially leads from the centre of Gallinchen westwards through the populated areas of the village and then winds southwards until it joins the green area on the banks of the Spree at Kutzebühler Mühle. After crossing the small Tschugagraben, you return to the starting point. There are refreshment stops in Gallinchen.
#6 - Von oben herab - Cottbuser Türme
2.1 (3)·Easy·2.3 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
Beautiful circular route in Cottbus in the Spreewald, Brandenburg. A short but jam-packed tour along paved paths in the centre of Cottbus, with numerous historical sights to see. Families can discover the Baumkuchenmanufaktur ("Tree cake" manufactury), the Spremberg Tower with its viewing platform or the walk-in church tower of St Nikolai in Oberkirch. There are cafés and restaurants to stop off at. Highlights: - Monastery church with church tower - Wendish museum near the route - Town...
#7 - Gallinchen: Spree Loop
2.8 (12)·Moderate·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hr
There are refreshment stops along the way.
#8 - Branitzer Badesee Lake
1.9 (3)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#9 - Loop at the Spree in Cottbus
Easy·4.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest walking trail in Cottbus?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Cottbus is Gallinchen Loop. This trail is estimated to be 8.2 km long.

Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Cottbus?

Cottbus: With an ascent of 121 m, Gallinchen Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the walking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for walking trails is Cottbus: Sandower Stadtrundgang with 86 m of elevation gain.