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Hiking Trail recommended route Hiking Trail  · Upper Lusatia

Scenic Loop Hike: Naturwassertretbecken, Horní Světlá & Dolní Světlá

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    Enjoy varied paths and rewarding views on this scenic, moderately challenging loop from the Naturwassertretbecken "Auf der Heide".

    moderate
    Distance 10.7 km
    3:25 h
    438 m
    438 m
    782 m
    457 m

    Start at the Naturwassertretbecken "Auf der Heide" and head into the rolling hills of Upper Lusatia. The route leads you along a mix of asphalt, forest paths, and wild trails, offering a diverse hiking experience.

    Ascend steadily towards Horní Světlá and Dolní Světlá, traversing steep, sometimes narrow sections that demand surefootedness. Make time to pause at the Lausche / Luz (793 m) summit and the Lausche lookout tower for sweeping views. For a well-earned break, rest at Sonnebergbaude – Wanderhotel & Restaurant, Horska Chata Luz, or Rübezahlbaude, all inviting rest stops along the way.

    Continue through forested areas and past the unique Lauschemoor (Hochmoor), before gradually descending back toward the starting point, completing this rewarding loop.

    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    782 m
    Lowest point
    457 m

    Track types

    Asphalt 21%Dirt road 14.55%Forested/wild trail 21.33%Path 27.50%Road 15.60%
    Asphalt
    2.3 km
    Dirt road
    1.6 km
    Forested/wild trail
    2.3 km
    Path
    3 km
    Road
    1.7 km
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    Rest stops

    Sonnebergbaude – Wanderhotel & Restaurant
    Horska Chata Luz
    Rübezahlbaude
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    Lausche / Luz (793 m)
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    Horska Chata Luz
    Rübezahlbaude
    Naturparkhaus Zittauer Gebirge mit Tourist-Information
    Lauschemoor (Hochmoor)

    Public transport

    Take regional public transport to Waltersdorf in Upper Lusatia; from the Waltersdorf b ZI bus stop, it’s a short walk to the starting point.

    Directions

    Drive towards Großschönau or Waltersdorf in Upper Lusatia. Follow local roads to the starting point near the Naturwassertretbecken "Auf der Heide".

    Parking

    Parking is available nearby at Parkplatz Waltersdorf, close to the starting point at the Naturwassertretbecken.

    Coordinates

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    50.858781, 14.654436
    DMS
    50°51'31.6"N 14°39'16.0"E
    UTM
    33U 475678 5634177
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    Sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate clothing in layers, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, mobile phone, map materials.


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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    10.7 km
    Duration
    3:25 h
    Ascent
    438 m
    Descent
    438 m
    Highest point
    782 m
    Lowest point
    457 m
    Round trip

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