Best long trails in Naturschutzgebiet Werbeliner See
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The Werbeliner See nature reserve is a beautiful excursion destination.
!BUT BEWARE - THE LAKE IS NOT A SWIMMING LAKE!
You can relax, unwind and make great nature observations. To protect the biodiversity that has developed here, it is not permitted to leave the paths in the 1500-hectare nature reserve and therefore swimming is also not permitted.the nearby Lake Schladitz is a good alternative for anyone looking for a place for water-based leisure activities. The area is one of the largest and most important nature reserves in Saxony. Especial species such as wolves, white-tailed eagles, otters, beavers and, above all, a nationally outstanding bird population have settled here. Over 500 animal species and more than 270 plant species have been recorded to date.
Top trails
- 4.4 (37)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrScenic cycle route in the Werbeliner See nature reserve. Lake Werbelin is part of the Neuseenland in the north of Leipzig and is the largest lake in this area. Swimming is prohibited in the lake as it is a nature reserve. The cycle path around Lake Werbelin is very well developed and (almost) completely asphalted. In addition, there are hardly any climbs and little traffic, so the route can also be undertaken with children. There are places to sit along the way. The start is at the parking...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·10.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Werbeliner See nature reserve The Werbeliner See nature reserve is a very popular excursion destination for nature lovers. This route invites you to relax, unwind and marvel at the biodiversity of the nature reserve. However, to protect the many plant and animal species, it is particularly important that you do not leave the official paths and that dogs are kept on a lead. Furthermore, barbecues are not permitted in the nature reserve, just as swimming in Lake...
- 3.5 (6)·Hard·18.4 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular cycle tour in the Saxon Lake District, Saxony. The Saxon Lake District has been a popular recreational area north of Leipzig since the end of open-cast mining. This cycle tour runs around Lake Werbelin, which is a nature reserve, Lake Grabschütz and Lake Schladitz. At the latter, a break at the Wolteritz beach or the Biedermeier beach (bathing facilities) almost gives you a real vacation feeling. In contrast to Lake Schladitz, swimming is not permitted in Lake Werbelin. Highlights...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful route between Rackwitz and Zschortau This great route leads from Rackwitz station to Zschortau station, so the route can be easily reached by public transport. It is also possible to return to the starting point by train. On the way, this route passes Lake Schladitz, a bathing lake for the whole family, and Lake Werbelin. Unlike Lake Schladitz, swimming is not permitted at Lake Werbelin. However, you can marvel at the magnificent flora and fauna of the nature reserve.
- 1.0 (2)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular circular hike along the shore of Lake Werbelin This route invites you to enjoy a leisurely hike in the species-rich Werbeliner See nature reserve. Even though swimming is not permitted in Lake Werbelin, this route is particularly suitable for nature lovers, as the unique biodiversity of the nature reserve can be enjoyed particularly well here. However, to protect the many plant and animal species, it is particularly important that you do not leave the official paths and that dogs...
