Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory
19.5miLength
1,450ftElevation gain
Loop
Popular mountain bike tour in Bad Liebenwerda, Brandenburg.
From the train station in Bad Liebenwerda you ride north, through the valley of the Kleine Elster and a renatured opencast mining landscape. The highlight of the tour is the Louise briquette factory. Built in 1882, the technical monument is now the oldest briquette factory in Europe and definitely worth a visit.
Highlights of the tour:
- Large and small Maasdorfer pond
- several residual opencast holes
- Kleine Elster
- Louise briquette factory
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 19.5-mile loop trail near Bad Liebenwerda, Brandeburg. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Expected weather for Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory for the next 5 days is:
- Thu, September 24 - 60 degrees/drizzle
- Fri, September 25 - 67 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 72 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 74 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 77 degrees/clear
Where is Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory located?
Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory is a trail located in Niederlausitzer Heidelandschaft Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Dogs may be allowed on Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
According to trailgoers, Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory is usually somewhat busy. Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Is mountain biking allowed at Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Mountain biking is allowed on Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory in Niederlausitzer Heidelandschaft Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory is partially paved.
Are there forests at Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Yes, Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory is a forest trail in Niederlausitzer Heidelandschaft Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Mountain Bike Tour to the Louise Briquette Factory in Niederlausitzer Heidelandschaft Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 22, 2026 at 1:47 am GMT+0