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.
Top trails
- 4.7 (8)·Easy·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming hike in Augustusburg, Saxony. This tour starts at Erdmansdorf-Augustusburg train station. This circular hike along the Zschopau mostly leads through the forest - every now and then you can catch beautiful views over meadows and fields Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·6.6 miImpressive circular route in the Free State of Saxony. It goes to the land of Augustus the Strong. The start is at the Erdmannsdorf-Augustusburg train station. From there it goes south, past the cable car valley station, and first over, then with the Zschopau. Through meadows and fields, accompanied by the river, you get into the refreshing forest and after a while you reach the well-known arboretum. A forest education center was set up here a few years ago, which deals with the diversity of...
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried loop trail in the Zschopau valley, Saxony. This loop trail has all the ingredients for a successful hike: the route includes pretty forests, leads past viewpoints and through the beautiful Zschopau valley. Since there are no rest stops along the way, you should definitely have some snacks 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 points - Hiking...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·23.2 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrStart: Hennersdorf train station, destination: Mittweida train station. The Zschopau is a tributary of the Freiberg Mulde. It rises on the northern slope of the Fichtelberg at an altitude of 1,070 m. After 128 km, the Zschopau flows into the Freiberg Mulde at Schweta (Döbeln). Worth seeing on the section from Hennersdorf to Mittweida are the historic Braunsdorf weaving mill, Lichtenwalde Castle with its baroque garden and the Sachsenburg concentration camp memorial. Wonderful meadow paths...
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·4.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrIdyllic circular route through the Foldung, Saxony The beautiful circular route leads from the Morgensonne gardens in Grünberg (car park and bus stop nearby) through the Foldung forest area and finally back across meadows until the circular route closes. Part of the route runs along the road. On the way, it is worth having a picnic at one of the beautiful ponds with benches. Highlights: - Forest area Foldung - Pine pond - local flora and fauna
- Moderate·11.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried route section in the Zschopautal, Saxony Sometimes it goes directly on the river bank, sometimes through the villages close to the river to Frankenberg. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Hunting lodge Augustusburg near the route - Lichtenwalde baroque garden near the route - Harras Rock
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 23.2 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Augustusburg?
Augustusburg: With an ascent of 2,555 ft, 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 1,230 ft 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.