Best beach trails in Saxony

This route is the 8th and final stage of the Malerweg, a long-distance hiking trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section runs from Weißig to its endpoint in the historic old town of Pirna. Highlights include the ridge trail across the Rauenstein plateau, offering impressive panoramic views, as well as the stretch along former quarries to the Königsnase. The trail eventually runs along the Elbe River and via the Canalettoweg to Pirna’s market square. Accommodations are...

Beautiful loop in Leipzig, Saxony. This tour goes around Lake Cospuden, an artificial lake south of Leipzig. Lake Cospuden offers you a wide range of leisure, recreational and sporting opportunities. The tour is suitable for bikes, inline skates and longboards. The main path is asphalted. Of course, it is nicer to run off the asphalted path, for which there are several possibilities. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Rich flora and fauna - Lake Cospuden

Beautiful and family-friendly hiking trail in Markranstädt, Saxony. Lake Kulkwitz is located between Leipzig and Markranstädt. The lake was opened as a local recreation area back in the 1970s following extensive renaturation measures. The varied nature can be enjoyed along the entire shore path. The forest on the Hochkippe in the south is particularly inviting for walks. This circular route starts at the parking lot at the harbour and leads around the entire lake. There are a few ups and...

Popular circular trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Magnificent views await on the small Schrammstein circuit through the Elbe sandstone formations of Saxon Switzerland. The hike begins and ends at the historic Bad Schandau passenger elevator. From there it goes along the elevator path and the Falkensteinstrasse to the intersection at the Falkenstein huts. On the left side you go through shady forest towards the highlight of the tour - the Schrammsteine. Over the...

Popular cycle tour or loop near Görlitz, Saxony. A short cycle tour or hike that can be started from different starting points. It is possible to take the train to Hagenwerder station and start from there. Paid car parks are available on the north beach and at the Blue Lagoon. The E bus also runs here. Most of the paths are relatively flat and quiet, but not paved everywhere, which is why the route is more suitable for mountain bikes than racing bikes. There are several charming places...

Versatile hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. The hike can be started in Bad Schandau either from the paid car park or from the bus stop. From there it goes steadily uphill to some of the famous rock formations of Saxon Switzerland - the Schrammsteinen including the magnificent Schrammstein view. It continues over two great stairs on which a few steps and ladders have to be climbed - the zurückesteig and the Reitsteig. The route leads in the direction of the Großer Winterberg. From the...

Versatile lakeside path around Lake Markkleeberg, Saxony. There is a lot to experience at Lake Markkleeberg and the trail can be explored on foot, inline skates or by bike. On and around the 250 hectares of water there are canoe park white water courses, a climbing park, campsites and camping sites. The lakeside promenade is great for a stroll and eat in cafés and restaurants. Part of the route runs along a geological trail with 16b information points and a stone adventure...

Left Elbe section of the Elbe Cycle Route in Saxony. The stage starts in Dresden and leads to Schmilka. It can also be used well as a day trip and depart from the station Schmilka-Hirschmühle. On the way there are the charming, historic towns of Dresden, Rathen, Königstsein and Bad Schandau to discover, always accompanied by magnificent views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains . For those interested in model trains, a trip to the spa town of Rathen with the world's largest garden railroad is...

Scenic bike tour of the Störmthaler See, Saxony. The start is at the "Markkleeberger Hof" hotel for a relaxed bike tour around the Störmthaler See. Along the Markkleeberger See, it goes over the Crostewitzerhöhe to the new lock between Markkleeberger and Störmthaler See. Along the Störmthaler See, we continue to the Magdeborn Peninsula. Finally, it goes back along the other side of the river. On the way, several places to stop and swim provide refreshments on sunny days. Highlights: -...

Charming round trip around the Schladitzer See, Saxony. Whether with family, friends or alone - the Schladlitzer See, north of Leipzig, is always a special destination. With a Mediterranean flair, the deep blue water and the sandy beach in Schladitzer Bay invite you to relax. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes - Schladitzer See