Best forest trails in Dessau-Roßlau

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Explore the most popular forest trails near Dessau-Roßlau 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 - Elbe Cycle Route Stage K: Dessau-Roßlau - Elster
4.0 (7)·Moderate·33.8 mi·Est. 12–13 hr
Scenic bike ride in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. Start is in Dessau and brings you via Lutherstadt to Elster (Elbe). Beautiful views will accompany you, especially great on the route is that you drive along the Elbe. Refreshment stops are available along the route. Also the possibility of bus and train is given. This route runs on the left side of the Elbe. Also a ride on the eastern side (right bank) is possible. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Driving...
#2 - Kühnauer See
4.5 (9)·Easy·5.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Beautiful loop 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 hike in...
#3 - Kochstedt - Mosigkau - Zoberberg
4.0 (1)·Moderate·12.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hr
#4 - Dessau-Roßlau Kühnauer See Runde
4.3 (5)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Promising hiking trail in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. The round trip starts in Kleinkühnau and takes you first to Wallwitzsee and then along the Elbe to Kühnauer See, where you can also find Großkühnau Castle. You will be accompanied by beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Wallwitzsee - Großkühnau Castle - Kühnauer See
#5 - Dessau - Stadt aus Eisen
5.0 (1)·Hard·39.6 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hr
Leisurely Bike Tour to the City of Iron (Ferropolis) This bike tour starts in Dessau-Roßlau and leads to the Gremminer See. The Ferropolis (City of Iron) is located here on the distinctive peninsula, where 5 large devices were exhibited as art objects to be explored instead of scrapped.
#6 - Durch die Oranienbaumer Heide
4.0 (1)·Moderate·21.6 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hr
#7 - Waldersee - Vockerode
5.0 (1)·Moderate·9.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
#8 - Ziebigk - Park Georgium
4.9 (2)·Easy·2.7 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hr
#9 - Kühnauer See - Beckerbruch
4.4 (14)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
A varied hiking tour in Dessau-Roßlau, Saxony-Anhalt. The round trip starts in Kleinkühnau and takes you along the Elbe to Kühnauer See, where you can also find Großkühnau Castle. The Kühnauer See is located in the Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve, where you can find rare plants such as the water nut or the pond rose. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Großkühnau Castle - Kühnauer See
#10 - Dessau-Roßlau - Mildensee Runde
3.2 (2)·Moderate·3.7 mi·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 57.9 mi long.

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

Dessau-Roßlau: With an ascent of 3,822 ft, 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 2,755 ft of elevation gain.