Best river trails in Dessau-Roßlau
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Explore the most popular river 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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- 4.0 (7)·Moderate·33.8 mi·Est. 12–13 hrScenic 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...
- 4.5 (9)·Easy·5.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful 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...
- 4.3 (5)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPromising 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
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·39.6 mi·Est. 14.5–16 hrLeisurely 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.
- 4.5 (2)·Moderate·19.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrA nature hike in Saxony-Anhalt. Starting from Kleinkühnau, the route runs north to Lake Kühnau and along its green shores eastwards to the Elbe and Streitwerder, where the miniature castle Wallwitzburg, built in the 18th century, is located. Now through lush green meadows to Roßlau, a detour to Unterluch and then along the river to Brambach. Here you cross the Elbe again - by ferry, please do not swim - before the wonderful mixed forest accompanies the route back to the starting point....
- 5.0 (1)·Strenuous·57.9 mi·Est. 20.5–22.5 hrVaried round trip along the Elbe. This circular tour connects the Bauhaus city of Dessau with the Rosenburg castle ruins. The route is almost entirely asphalted and offers a fantastic endurance ride through the river landscapes of the Elbe and Saale. It follows well-maintained cycle paths and quiet roads through the flat, picturesque landscape of Saxony-Anhalt. The route passes through historic towns such as Bernburg before ending at the impressive ruins of Rosenburg Castle. Although the...
- 4.0 (1)·Strenuous·49.1 mi·Est. 18–20 hrLong road bike tour from Dessau. This long road bike route is a remarkable endurance ride that connects the Bauhaus city of Dessau with the industrial towns of Wolfen, Greppin and Raguhn. The route is almost entirely asphalted and takes "racing bike" enthusiasts through a landscape characterized by nature and industry, including parts of the "Goitzsche" lake landscape, a huge recultivated open-cast mine. You ride on cycle paths and quiet roads through the flat terrain of Saxony-Anhalt....
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Dessau-Roßlau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Dessau-Roßlau is Dessau - Burgruine Rosenburg. This trail is estimated to be 57.9 mi long.
Which river 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 river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Dessau - Raguhn - Greppin - Wolfen with 3,628 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Dessau-Roßlau?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Dessau-Roßlau is Dessau - Stadt aus Eisen with a 5.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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