Best lake trails in Zittau Mountains Nature Park
In the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, a 1000-year-old cultural landscape stretches out amidst unspoiled nature and along the blue ribbon of the Mandau. It is characterized by both Saxon and Bohemian influences. The nature park is characterized by the harmony of the Zittau Mountains, Lake Olbersdorf, the historic town of Zittau and idyllic villages with their traditional Upper Lusatian half-timbered houses.
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- 3.5 (9)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFantastic round tour around the Olbersdorfer See, Saxony. You can start the round wonderfully from the Oberdorf / Niederdorf station. The opencast mining lake is located in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park and has many beautiful views to offer, the La Montanara viewpoint is particularly recommended. Highlights: - Bathing possibilities at the north beach and south beach - Recreational sports, e.g. B. for swimming, beach volleyball, surfing
- 4.2 (8)·Easy·2.8 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. With its 5 km, the route around the Olbersdorfer See is made for a walk with the family or a jog. In summer you can swim at the south beach. There are also beach volleyball courts and the opportunity to go fishing and surfing. Highlights of the hike: - Helmut Sattler view - South Beach - Olbersdorfer See
- 5.0 (9)·Hard·22.6 mi·Est. 11–12 hrVaried mountain bike tour near Zittau in Saxony. This MTB tour begins at Lake Olbersdorf - a successfully recultivated remaining hole of a former brown coal open-cast mine - and leads into the Zittau Mountains. It's varied, sometimes steeply uphill (the steepest gradient to Niederoybin is almost 20%), down on fun descents and over partly heavily blocked routes and single trails. The route is marked with red dots on the trees. It is nice to swim at Lake Olbersdorf in the summer...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·31.6 mi·Est. 16.5–18.5 hrChallenging trail run in the Zittau Mountains, Saxony This route follows the 50 km of the O-See Ultra Trail and leads along varied paths through the idyllic German-Czech border region. Due to the many ascents and descents, there are quite a few meters in altitude - good physical condition, sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are therefore highly recommended, regardless of whether the route is hiked or run. There are places to stop for refreshments. Accessible by bus and train (short walk from...
- 4.0 (2)·Hard·18.9 miA scenic circular route in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. It goes from Waltersdorf over the Lausche to the high forest and back to the starting point. The tour offers you many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes and climbing opportunities. And if you are lucky you might see one or the other wild animal. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·16.6 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrVaried hike in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. This is a beautiful hike from Zittau to the Zittau Mountains. In Jonsdorf you can stop for refreshments if necessary or even stay overnight. Once you have left the health resort behind you, you hike steadily uphill until you have reached the summit of the Lausche (Czech: Luž). The Lausche is 793 m above sea level – the highest mountain in the Zittau Mountains. Highlights of the hike: - Lausche summit with observation tower - Health...
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Where is the best lake trail to hike in Zittau Mountains Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best lake trail to hike in Zittau Mountains Nature Park is Olbersdorfer See Runde, which has a 3.5 star rating from 9 reviews. This trail is 2.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 173 ft.
What is the longest lake trail in Zittau Mountains Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Zittau Mountains Nature Park is Xterra O-SEE Ultra Trail (50 km). This trail is estimated to be 31.6 mi long.
How many lake trails are in Zittau Mountains Nature Park?
There are 16 lake trails in Zittau Mountains Nature Park.These lake trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 44 AllTrails community reviews.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Zittau Mountains Nature Park?
Xterra O-SEE Ultra Trail (50 km) has the most elevation gain for lake trails with 7,089 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Olbersdorf nach Kurort Jonsdorf über Polesi, which has 4,875 ft of elevation gain.
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