Best river trails in Torgau

This path begins at Hartensfels Castle in Torgau. It leads through small towns and the Pressel heather forest and moorland. Sights include the monument to the battle of Torgau on the Süptitzer heights and the Gustav Kögel monument in Pressel. The path ends at the tower of Düben Castle.

Tracing the historic green belt of Torgau, this circular stroll around the Glacis reveals the town's remarkable transformation from a formidable fortress into a peaceful parkland. Level paths guide wanderers along the historic harbor basin and the tranquil banks of the River Elbe. The highlight of the walk is Schloss Hartenfels, an magnificent Early Renaissance palace famed for its grand spiral staircase and historic bear moat. Soft footpaths and shaded avenues wind around former ramparts,...