Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
54.4kmLength
576mElevation gain
Point-to-point
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
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Top sights
Melanchthonhaus
Attraction
Rauhes Wallwachhaus
Building
Burgtor
Attraction
Burghügel mit Burgtrümmern
Attraction
Solitüde
Building
Dessauer Tor
Ruins
Fahrradrast
Picnic site
Schönitzer See
Lake
Krummer See
Pond
Vesuv
Attraction
Alte Fähre
Attraction
Wallwachhaus Limesturm
Building
Wallwachhaus am Berting
Building
Lutherhaus
Attraction
Johannbau
Castle
Elbe
River
Wörlitzer See
Lake
Dorfteich
Pond
Wittenwalk - eine digitale Zeitreise
Attraction
Augusteum
Attraction
Forsthaus Leiner Berg
Building
Grotte der Egeria
Attraction
Labyrinth
Attraction
Burgmauer
Ruins
vermutl. Standort der Eremitage
Attraction
Lutherdenkmal
Attraction
Küchengebäude
Ruins
Hamlethaus
Attraction
Amphitheater
Attraction
Zahna
River
Hohndorfer Rinne
River
Radehochsee
Lake
Blumenwinkel
Pond
Kratzenzergel
Pond
Zwei Schachten
Pond
Wendel
River
Rehsumpf
Lake
Flutbrücke II
Pond
Schiffinge
Pond
Jonitzer Mulde
River
Leiner See
Lake
Wittenberg360
Attraction
Villa Hamilton
Attraction
Schulgarten am Luisium
Garden
Kanuverein "Harmonie" Elster/Elbe
Campsite
Ruderclub Wittenberg (Campinggelegenheit)
Campsite
nur noch Fundamentplatte vorhanden
Ruins
Gondelstation
Attraction
Melanchthondenkmal
Attraction
Beyerhof
Attraction
Cranachhof
Attraction
Bunkerberg
Viewpoint
Weberhaus
Attraction
Cranachdenkmal
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Muldewehr
Caravan site
Top sights
Melanchthonhaus
Attraction
Rauhes Wallwachhaus
Building
Burgtor
Attraction
Burghügel mit Burgtrümmern
Attraction
Solitüde
Building
Dessauer Tor
Ruins
Fahrradrast
Picnic site
Schönitzer See
Lake
Krummer See
Pond
Vesuv
Attraction
Alte Fähre
Attraction
Wallwachhaus Limesturm
Building
Wallwachhaus am Berting
Building
Lutherhaus
Attraction
Johannbau
Castle
Elbe
River
Wörlitzer See
Lake
Dorfteich
Pond
Wittenwalk - eine digitale Zeitreise
Attraction
Augusteum
Attraction
Forsthaus Leiner Berg
Building
Grotte der Egeria
Attraction
Labyrinth
Attraction
Burgmauer
Ruins
vermutl. Standort der Eremitage
Attraction
Lutherdenkmal
Attraction
Küchengebäude
Ruins
Hamlethaus
Attraction
Amphitheater
Attraction
Zahna
River
Hohndorfer Rinne
River
Radehochsee
Lake
Blumenwinkel
Pond
Kratzenzergel
Pond
Zwei Schachten
Pond
Wendel
River
Rehsumpf
Lake
Flutbrücke II
Pond
Schiffinge
Pond
Jonitzer Mulde
River
Leiner See
Lake
Wittenberg360
Attraction
Villa Hamilton
Attraction
Schulgarten am Luisium
Garden
Kanuverein "Harmonie" Elster/Elbe
Campsite
Ruderclub Wittenberg (Campinggelegenheit)
Campsite
nur noch Fundamentplatte vorhanden
Ruins
Gondelstation
Attraction
Melanchthondenkmal
Attraction
Beyerhof
Attraction
Cranachhof
Attraction
Bunkerberg
Viewpoint
Weberhaus
Attraction
Cranachdenkmal
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Muldewehr
Caravan site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Discover this 54.4-km point-to-point trail near Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for camping, road biking, and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Expected weather for Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 23 degrees/limpo
- Sun 27 September - 24.9 degrees/limpo
- Mon 28 September - 23.7 degrees/limpo
- Tue 29 September - 23 degrees/limpo
- Wed 30 September - 23 degrees/limpo
Where is Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster located?
Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster is a trail located in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
Are dogs allowed on Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Dogs may be allowed on Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there lakes at Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Yes, Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster is near Schönitzer See, Wörlitzer See, Radehochsee, Rehsumpf and Leiner See.
Are there rivers at Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Yes, Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster is near Elbe, Zahna, Hohndorfer Rinne, Wendel and Jonitzer Mulde.
Are there scenic views at Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Yes, Bunkerberg is located on Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster.
Is camping allowed at Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Camping is allowed on Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is road biking allowed at Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Road biking is allowed on Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster.
Is Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster is partially paved.
Are there forests at Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster?
Yes, Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster is a forest trail.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 02:22 GMT+0