Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen
33.7miLength
3,562ftElevation gain
13–14.5hrEstimated time
Point to point
Stage 14 of the Mittelland Route.
The penultimate day tour of the Mittelland route follows the Elbe from the “German Florence” to Heidenau. It continues to Stolpen, where you should pay a visit to the historic castle, to the stage destination Neustadt in Saxony.
Highlights:
- Dresden, city of culture
- Stolpen Castle
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Top sights
Elektrizitätswerk Copitz
Ruins
Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle
River
Loschwitzer Brücke
Attraction
Hungersteine
Attraction
Saxon State Parliament
Attraction
Yenidze
Attraction
Sächsisches Ständehaus
Building
Volksfestgelände Pieschener Allee
Attraction
Zwinger
Castle
Semperoper
Attraction
Kunstakademie
Building
Kathedrale Ss. Trinitatis
Attraction
Italienisches Dörfchen
Building
Dresden Castle
Castle
Coselpalais
Castle
Kurländer Palais
Castle
Polenztal
Valley
Schusters Grund
Valley
Am Antoniuskreuz
Picnic site
Polenz
River
Schloss Helmsdorf
Castle
Ruhebank am Eisvogelwanderweg
Picnic site
Mutmaßlicher Fingerabdruck von August dem Starken
Attraction
Buch
Peak
FKK Strandbad
Beach
Jagdschloss Graupa
Castle
Bauerngarten
Attraction
Birkwitzer See
Lake
Sandberg
Peak
Heideberg
Peak
Bergers Höhe
Peak
Brückenhäuschen
Hut
Antoniuskreuz
Attraction
Campinggelegenheit im Dresdner Segel-Verein, Pillnitzer Insel 1928 e.V.
Campsite
Top sights
Elektrizitätswerk Copitz
Ruins
Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle
River
Loschwitzer Brücke
Attraction
Hungersteine
Attraction
Saxon State Parliament
Attraction
Yenidze
Attraction
Sächsisches Ständehaus
Building
Volksfestgelände Pieschener Allee
Attraction
Zwinger
Castle
Semperoper
Attraction
Kunstakademie
Building
Kathedrale Ss. Trinitatis
Attraction
Italienisches Dörfchen
Building
Dresden Castle
Castle
Coselpalais
Castle
Kurländer Palais
Castle
Polenztal
Valley
Schusters Grund
Valley
Am Antoniuskreuz
Picnic site
Polenz
River
Schloss Helmsdorf
Castle
Ruhebank am Eisvogelwanderweg
Picnic site
Mutmaßlicher Fingerabdruck von August dem Starken
Attraction
Buch
Peak
FKK Strandbad
Beach
Jagdschloss Graupa
Castle
Bauerngarten
Attraction
Birkwitzer See
Lake
Sandberg
Peak
Heideberg
Peak
Bergers Höhe
Peak
Brückenhäuschen
Hut
Antoniuskreuz
Attraction
Campinggelegenheit im Dresdner Segel-Verein, Pillnitzer Insel 1928 e.V.
Campsite
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Discover this 33.7-mile point-to-point trail near Dresden, Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 12 h 58 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and bike touring, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Expected weather for Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen for the next 5 days is:
- Thu, September 24 - 60 degrees/drizzle
- Fri, September 25 - 67 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 71 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 71 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 74 degrees/clear
Where is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen located?
Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is a trail located in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.
How hard is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is considered a hard hike that covers 33.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,562 ft. It takes about 13–14.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is considered a hard hike that covers 33.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,562 ft. It takes about 13–14.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen a point to point trail?
Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is a point to point trail that covers 33.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,562 ft. It takes about 13–14.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is a point to point trail that covers 33.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,562 ft. It takes about 13–14.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Dogs may be allowed on Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there rivers at Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Yes, Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is near Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle and Polenz.
Are there beaches at Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Yes, Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is near FKK Strandbad.
Are there lakes at Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Yes, Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is near Birkwitzer See.
Is camping allowed at Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Camping is allowed on Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is backpacking allowed at Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Backpacking is allowed on Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is partially paved.
Are there forests at Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen?
Yes, Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 14: Dresden - Neustadt in Sachsen is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 22, 2026 at 3:30 am GMT+0