Best forest trails in Dessau-Roßlau

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#1 - Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster
4.0 (7)·Moderate·54.4 km·Est. 12–13 hr
Scenic bike ride in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. Start in Dessau and cycle via Lutherstadt to Elster (Elbe). Beautiful views will accompany you, and the route is especially great because you cycle along the Elbe. There are refreshment stops along the route. You can also take the bus or train. This route runs along the left bank of the Elbe. A trip on the eastern side (right bank) is also possible. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Riding along the Elbe
#2 - Kühnauer See
4.5 (9)·Easy·8.4 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Beautiful circular route in the Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve, Saxony-Anhalt. Start at the "Kornhaus" car park, right next to the bus stop of the same name. It is possible to stop off at the historic Kornhaus after the tour. The interesting hike leads over dykes, park paths and agricultural roads and can be walked or cycled. A special feature is Kühnauer Park, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz". There are several possible places to start the...
#3 - Kochstedt - Mosigkau - Zoberberg
4.0 (1)·Moderate·19.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
#4 - Dessau-Roßlau Kühnauer See Runde
4.3 (5)·Moderate·13.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Scenic hiking trail in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. The circular tour starts in Kleinkühnau and takes you first to Lake Wallwitz and then along the Elbe to Lake Kühnau, where you will also find Großkühnau Castle. You will be accompanied by beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Wallwitzsee lake - Großkühnau Castle - Lake Kühnau
#5 - Dessau - Stadt aus Eisen
5.0 (1)·Hard·63.7 km·Est. 14.5–16 hr
Leisurely cycle tour to the city of iron (Ferropolis) This cycle tour starts in Dessau-Roßlau and leads to Lake Gremmin. The Ferropolis (City of Iron) is located here on the striking peninsula, where 5 large pieces of equipment have been exhibited as works of art to be explored instead of scrapped.
#6 - Durch die Oranienbaumer Heide
4.0 (1)·Moderate·34.8 km·Est. 8–8.5 hr
#7 - Waldersee - Vockerode
5.0 (1)·Moderate·15.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#8 - Ziebigk - Park Georgium
4.9 (2)·Easy·4.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#9 - Kühnauer See - Beckerbruch
4.4 (14)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Varied hiking tour in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. The circular tour starts in Kleinkühnau and takes you along the Elbe to Lake Kühnau, where you will also find Großkühnau Castle. Lake Kühnau is located in the Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve, where you can find rare plants such as the water nut and the water lily. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Großkühnau Castle - Lake Kühnau
#10 - Dessau-Roßlau - Mildensee Runde
3.2 (2)·Moderate·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Dessau-Roßlau?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Dessau-Roßlau is Dessau - Burgruine Rosenburg. This trail is estimated to be 93.2 km long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Dessau-Roßlau?

Dessau-Roßlau: With an ascent of 1,165 m, Dessau - Burgruine Rosenburg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Dessau - Stadt aus Eisen with 840 m of elevation gain.