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Briesen

Welcome to Briesen, a charming destination in the district of Spree-Neiße. The town is known for its idyllic location on the edge of the Spreewald and offers a wealth of activities for all types of travellers.

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Attractions in Briesen


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Bicycle Rides · Spreewald
Cucumber Cycle Path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 261.2 km
Duration 16:00 h
Ascent 118 m
Descent 119 m

On this route along the “Cucumber Cycle Path” we cover a total of just over 250 km, passing through several sights along the way. We also travel ...

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from Janes Huff,   TMB Tourismus-Marketing Brandenburg GmbH
Long Distance Cycling · Dahme Seengebiet
Discover the Oder-Spree Lakeland and Spreewald by bike.
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 224.4 km
Duration 15:24 h
Ascent 802 m
Descent 762 m

This is our summer bike tour 2012. We cycled comfortably in five days through the Oder-Spree lake district and the beautiful Spreewald.

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from Matthias Stiel,   Outdooractive Premium
Bicycle Rides · Biosphärenreservat Spreewald
Nature world tour
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 62.2 km
Duration 4:10 h
Ascent 97 m
Descent 97 m

The versatile circular route runs along the Spree past lakes and moors through the protected wilderness area, following the tracks of the Spreewald ...

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from Naturwelt Lieberoser Heide,   Naturwelt Lieberoser Heide
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 38.1 km
Duration 2:33 h
Ascent 7 m
Descent 27 m

The scenic route takes you through Cottbus and along the picturesque Spree to Burg. A special highlight are the museums located along the way.

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from Urlaubsreich.de,   Urlaubsreich.de
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 394.4 km
Duration 24:00 h
Ascent 346 m
Descent 346 m

This route takes us through the historical town centers of Lübbenau, Luckau, Dahme/Mark, Herzberg/Elster, Uebigau-Wahrenbrück, Doberlug-Kirchhain, ...

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from Janes Huff,   TMB Tourismus-Marketing Brandenburg GmbH
Bicycle Rides · Biosphärenreservat Spreewald
TOP CYCLING ROUTES - Along the Spreeaue to the Peitzer Teichland
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 52.9 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 20 m
Descent 20 m

Far from the classic paths: Discover the diversity of the Spreewald between the popular Spreewald town of Burg (Spreewald) and the Peitz pond ...

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from Tourismusverband Spreewald,   UNESCO-Biosphärenreservat Spreewald
Bicycle Rides · Biosphärenreservat Spreewald
Lakes, ponds, wilderness - circular route (via Goyatz)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 72.8 km
Duration 4:55 h
Ascent 124 m
Descent 121 m

An extensive circular route along the Spree and past lakes and moors through the protected wilderness area of Lieberoser Heide with an option via ...

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from Silke Martin,   Naturwelt Lieberoser Heide
Bicycle Rides · Biosphärenreservat Spreewald
TOP CYCLING ROUTES - Leichhardt Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 51.6 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 61 m
Descent 26 m

The sporty route: Follow the famous Australian explorer on a bike ride.

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from Tourismusverband Spreewald,   UNESCO-Biosphärenreservat Spreewald
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 54.9 km
Duration 3:42 h
Ascent 35 m
Descent 3 m

Walk along the school route of the famous Australian explorer Ludwig Leichhardt from Trebatsch to Cottbus.

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from Urlaubsreich.de,   Urlaubsreich.de
Long Distance Hiking · Spreewald
Crossing the Spreewald
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 55.6 km
Duration 13:20 h
Ascent 39 m
Descent 62 m

From Cottbus through the Spree floodplains and along the Nordumfluter to Lübben

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from Raffaele Nostitz,   Community
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Geographically, Briesen lies between the rivers Spree and Neisse, which means it is rich in waterways and picturesque landscapes. Visitors can experience the unique culture of the Sorbs or take a trip to the UNESCO-protected Spreewald Biosphere Reserve.

Sights relevant to tourism include Briesen Castle, which dates back to the 16th century, and the "Alte Mühle" (Old Mill) museum, which provides insights into the lives of people in earlier times. The town church with its impressive tower should also be visited.

Cultural highlights are numerous: The annual Sorbian Culture Festival attracts thousands of visitors every year, as does the International Folklore Festival. Those interested in history can learn more about this region's eventful past on a tour of the old town.

For gourmets, Briesen also has much to offer: Be sure to try the famous cucumber stew or enjoy fresh game from the forest prepared directly on site - culinary delights await you here!

Outdoor activities are also very popular: canoeing on the Spree or cycling along the Neisse are just a few examples. In winter, you can even go skiing and snowboarding on the surrounding hills.

If it rains, there are still plenty of activities to do: Visit the museum or take a walk through the historic old town of Briesen.

Where is the best place to be in Briesen? That depends on your interests, of course! If you love nature, we recommend a canoe trip along the rivers. For culture lovers, a visit to the castle or the "Alte Mühle" museum is worthwhile. And if you like hiking, you should definitely visit the Spreewald!

Overall, Briesen is definitely worth a trip - this travel guide will show you everything this charming town has to offer. We hope our travel tips will help you make the most of your time here.

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Reviews

  • August 12, 2024
    Micha Greif
    August 05, 2024
    Der Gurkenradweg ist schön. Ein Stern Abzug, da die hier angegebene Route teilweise veraltet oder falsch ist, beispielsweise führt sie hinter Golßen in eine Sackgasse.
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    Written August 12, 2024
    Bicycle Rides
    Cucumber Cycle Path
  • March 06, 2013
    Matthias Stiel
    Der Gurkenradweg ist allein schon wegen der "radelnden Gurke" genial. Er ist perfekt, um den Spreewald mit dem Fahrrad zu entdecken.
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    Written March 06, 2013
    Bicycle Rides
    Cucumber Cycle Path

Destinations in Briesen


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