Best mountain biking trails in Dresden

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Explore the most popular mountain biking trails near Dresden 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

#1 - Dresden - Bannewitz - Kreischa
5.0 (1)·Hard·29.7 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hr
Varied mountain bike tour in the Dresden region, Saxony The tour starts at Dresden Central Station. The tour leads through forests, open fields and charming villages. The route passes through Bannewitz and Kreischa with their beautiful countryside. This area of Saxony is the perfect place to recharge the batteries after leaving the centre of Dresden. Refreshments are available in many places. Highlights: - Dresden - beautiful views - Varied landscape
#2 - Stadtrunde Dresden
3.1 (2)·Easy·24 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
Nice bike path in Dresden, Saxony. Easy tour through the beautiful city of Dresden. Also works well with a gravel or e-bike. A beautiful tour that is full of absurdities and takes you past the Elbe, through the cityscape as well as at the Großer Garten park. There are refreshment stops along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes
#3 - Rund ums Pumpspeicherwerk
3.0 (2)·Easy·32.5 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hr
Varied mountain bike tour in Dresden, Saxony. This beautiful MTB tour starts at Dresden Central Station and runs along the Elbe Cycle Path. The route is partially paved and ideal for mountain bikes. The round offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes, the ride along the Elbe is particularly beautiful. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
#4 - In die Dresdnern Heide
2.0 (3)·Moderate·22.3 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
Promising bike tour in Dresden, Saxony. It starts at Dresden Central Station and takes you to the Dresdner Heide and back to the starting point. A beautiful, varied route on which there are refreshment stops. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
#5 - MTB from Dresden via Osterberg and Burgberg
1.0 (1)·Hard·36.9 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hr
Popular cycling route in Dresden, Saxony. This challenging round tour starts in the MTB capital of Dresden from the Dresden-Pieschen train station. It goes along the beautiful Elbe and leads through the Zschoner Grund over the Osterberg and Burgberg. Highlights of the hike: - Along the Elbe - Zschoner Grund conservation area - Oberwartha reservoir - Prince Bach
#6 - Entlang der Elbe von Heidenau nach Bad Schandau
Moderate·40.9 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hr
Promising excursion to Bad Schandau, Saxony. This tour takes you to Bad Schandau and starts in Zschieren. The route goes to the destination along the beautiful Elbe and offers you great views. There are refreshment stops along the way. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Along the Elbe

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest mountain biking trail in Dresden?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest mountain biking trail in Dresden is Entlang der Elbe von Heidenau nach Bad Schandau. This trail is estimated to be 40.9 mi long.

Which mountain biking trail has the most elevation gain in Dresden?

Dresden: With an ascent of 4,386 ft, MTB from Dresden via Osterberg and Burgberg has the most elevation gain of all of the mountain biking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for mountain biking trails is Dresden - Bannewitz - Kreischa with 3,825 ft of elevation gain.