Best river trails in Augustusburg
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Explore the most popular river trails near Augustusburg 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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- 4.7 (8)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming hike in Augustusburg, Saxony. This tour starts at Erdmansdorf-Augustusburg railway station. This circular walk along the Zschopau leads mostly through the forest - every now and then you can catch beautiful views over meadows and fields Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·10.6 kmImpressive circular route in the Free State of Saxony. It goes into the land of Augustus the Strong. The start is at the Erdmannsdorf-Augustusburg railway station. From there, the route heads south, past the valley station of the cable car and first over, then along the Zschopau. Through meadows and fields, accompanied by the river, you reach the refreshing forest and after a while you reach the well-known arboretum. A few years ago, a forest education centre was established here, which...
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Zschopau valley, Saxony. This circular route has all the ingredients for a successful hike: the route includes pretty woodland, leads past viewpoints and through the beautiful Zschopau valley. Since there are no rest stops along the way, you should definitely have some food with you in your backpack. If you want to save yourself the trip back, you can simply get on the train in Hennersdorf. Highlights of the hike: - Forest "Moerbitz" - several vantage...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·37.3 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrStart: Hennersdorf railway station, finish: Mittweida railway station. The Zschopau is a tributary of the Freiberger Mulde. It rises on the northern slope of the Fichtelberg at an altitude of 1,070 metres. After 128 kilometres, the Zschopau flows into the Freiberger Mulde near Schweta (Döbeln). Worth seeing on the section from Hennersdorf to Mittweida are the historic Braunsdorf show weaving mill, Lichtenwalde Castle with its baroque garden and the Sachsenburg concentration camp memorial....
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·6.6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic circular trail through the Foldung, Saxony This beautiful circular trail leads from the Morgensonne gardens in Grünberg (car park and bus stop available nearby) through the Foldung forest area and finally back across meadows until the circular trail closes. Part of the route runs along the road. A picnic at one of the beautiful ponds with benches is worthwhile along the way. Highlights: - Foldung forest area - Pine pond - Local flora and fauna
- Moderate·19.2 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried route section in the Zschopau valley, Saxony Sometimes you cycle directly along the riverbank, sometimes through the villages near the river to Frankenberg. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights: - Augustusburg hunting lodge near the route - Lichtenwalde Baroque Garden near the route - Harras Rocks
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Augustusburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Augustusburg is Im Tal der Zschopau von Hennersdorf nach Mittweida. This trail is estimated to be 37.3 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Augustusburg?
Augustusburg: With an ascent of 779 m, Im Tal der Zschopau von Hennersdorf nach Mittweida has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Um das Arboretum with 375 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Augustusburg?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Augustusburg is Im Tal der Zschopau von Hennersdorf nach Mittweida with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.