Best bird watching trails in Erzgebirge Mountains/Vogtland Nature Park

Popular circular hiking trail in the Erzgebirge/Vogtland Nature Park, Saxony. The Black Pockau in the Schwarzwassertal nature reserve is wild and romantic. The route not only runs along the river, but also to imposing rock formations such as the 70 m high Katzenstein, from which you have a great view of the valley and the Ringmauer. Highlights of the hike: - Black Pockau - Katzenstein viewing rock - Vogeltoffel Rock

Following the winding course of the Flöha, this long-distance trail explores the deep industrial and natural heritage of the Saxon Ore Mountains. The hike begins at the Saigerhütte Grünthal, a remarkably well-preserved copper smelting complex from the 16th century, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage "Ore Mountains Mining Region". The trail leads through lush floodplains and dense spruce forests past historic landmarks such as the Hetzdorf Viaduct - a massive 19th century railway...

Varied cycle tour in the Erzgebirge/Vogtland. This beautiful cycle tour starts just outside the Großer Kranichsee nature reserve. It leads through several villages, which are also connected by public transport if you want to shorten the route. Highlights of the route: - Carlsfeld Dam - Great Pyra - Kohlanger - Wilzsch