Um das Arboretum

Impressive circular route in the Free State of Saxony. It goes to the land of Augustus the Strong. The start is at the Erdmannsdorf-Augustusburg train station. From there it goes south, past the cable car valley station, and first over, then with the Zschopau. Through meadows and fields, accompanied by the river, you get into the refreshing forest and after a while you reach the well-known arboretum. A forest education center was set up here a few years ago, which deals with the diversity of the trees and plants that grow here. The primeval sequoia, for example, which grows here alongside other rare trees, is very interesting and worth seeing. The next stage is the historic Augustusburg hunting lodge, high up on the Schellenberg. The complex, also known as the "Crown of the Ore Mountains", is very impressive and a fantastic view of the country is guaranteed. If you still have the strength, the via ferrata, which are located near the cable car stations, are also recommended. The way back then leads through the town of Augustusburg and through the forest back to the starting point.