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Calau

Welcome to Calau, a charming destination in the Oberspreewald-Lausitz region of Germany. This travel guide provides you with everything you need to know about the geographical location and special features, tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events as well as culinary specialities.

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Attractions in Calau


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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 29.8 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 38 m
Descent 36 m

The city of the "Kalauer" is the starting point and destination of the nearly 30-kilometer-long legend route, for which you should allow yourself ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 28.4 km
Duration 1:54 h
Ascent 56 m
Descent 56 m

Along fieldstone churches and manor houses, you will learn interesting facts about the history and legend world of the region around Calau on this ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 67.3 km
Duration 4:34 h
Ascent 186 m
Descent 186 m

A circular route from and to Groß Mehßow via Calau, Laasow and Pritzen. Explore the beautiful nature of Lower Lusatia and the Spree Forest on the ...

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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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Bicycle Rides · Spreewald
Cycle route to Lichterfeld to F60
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.5 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 136 m
Descent 136 m

A circular route to Lichterfeld with a stop in Dollenchen and a visit to Sallgast Castle. Starting in Groß Mehßow, you cycle through Betten and ...

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Bicycle Rides · Spreewald
Niederlausitz mining route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 404.5 km
Duration 24:00 h
Ascent 577 m
Descent 577 m

On this route, we experience the exciting history of mining in Niederlausitz and pass through picturesque villages.

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Bicycle Rides · Spreewald
The farm shop route in the Spreewald
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 49.8 km
Duration 3:21 h
Ascent 40 m
Descent 40 m

The Spreewald is famous not only for its unique landscape. A variety of exquisite products from the regional agriculture and food industry, ...

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Bicycle Rides · Spreewald
Experience the crane route by bicycle
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 169.6 km
Duration 11:29 h
Ascent 277 m
Descent 277 m

The circular route leads through a region full of contrasts, where cranes live and can be observed almost all year round. Start in Luckau and enjoy ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 34.3 km
Duration 2:19 h
Ascent 83 m
Descent 83 m

This route goes straight through the Calauer Schweiz from the Spreewald town of Calau to Altdöbern in the Lusatian Lake District. 

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Bicycle Rides · Spreewald
Lower Lusatian Mining Route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 404.6 km
Duration 27:10 h
Ascent 406 m
Descent 406 m

Passing industrial culture, impressive opencast mines, and completely newly created landscapes. Take a break and grab your bike to cover the ...

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Calau lies on the edge of the Spreewald and is surrounded by beautiful lakes. The town itself is crossed by the Spree River and is known for its idyllic waterways. It is considered the gateway to the Lusatian Lakeland - a region with more than 20 large lakes - which makes it an ideal starting point for outdoor activities.

The most important sights include the 14th-century town church, the historic town hall and the Schlosspark Museum, which provides an insight into the town's history. For culture lovers, the annual Calau Music Summer Festival or the traditional Christmas market are also a must.

The culinary delicacies of this region should definitely be tried: How about fresh fish from the nearby waters or regional specialities such as Spreewald gherkins?

For outdoor enthusiasts, there is a wide range of activities - from cycling on the numerous cycle routes to boat trips on the Spree or stand-up paddling on a lake. In winter, skiing or ice skating are the options.

Even if it rains, you don't have to be sad: Visit the "Spreewelten" adventure pool or enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in one of the cosy cafés.

Where is it most beautiful? That depends on personal preferences. Those who love nature should take a trip to the Spreewald and drift through the idyllic waterways on a punt ride. Those who prefer exploring cities should definitely visit nearby Cottbus - known for its rich history and impressive architecture.

Calau is definitely worth a trip - a charming destination with a lot to offer!

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Reviews

  • May 25, 2022
    Frieda Madsen
    May 22, 2022
    eine sehr schöne Tour. Wir haben in Buchwäldchen ein bisschen abgekürzt, waren aber trotzdem mit kleiner Pause dreieinhalb Stunden unterwegs.
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    Written May 25, 2022
  • September 27, 2021
    Thomas Dreher 
    September 27, 2021
    Sehr schöne Tour. Unbedingt was gegen Mücken einpacken. An den Teichen sind sie eindeutig in der Überzahl 😀 Das Highlight der Tour war für mich der Aussichtsturm.
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    Written September 27, 2021
  • June 08, 2020
    Susi Anne
    Schöne Tour. Sehr zu empfehlen, ist ein Stopp in Altdöbern mit einem Besuch in der Orangerie
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    Written June 08, 2020
  • October 03, 2016
    Robert Koitschka
    Sehr schöne und leichte Tour. Aber meines Erachtens etwas zu viel nicht befestigte Straßen... Wer zwischendurch eine Rast an einem Café machen möchte, findet auf dieser Tour nicht viel Möglichkeiten. Wir haben an der Strecke nur ein kleines Café gesehen. Aber bei ca. 20 km Tourenlänge ist das zu verkraften.
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    Written October 03, 2016
  • August 16, 2015
    Gert Fasold
    August 15, 2015
    Recht schöne Route um die Landschaft in dieser Region kennen zu lernen. Meist für die Strecke über wenig befahrene Landstraßen und Radwege. In einigen wenigen Abschnitten auch über stark zugewachsene Feldwege, die eher für Mountain-Bikes als für Treckingräder geeignet sind. An einigen Punkten trifft man auf Sperrschilder der LMBV (Bergbausanierungsgesellschaft) deren Sinn jedoch nicht ganz nachvollziehbarist, da man über kleine Umfahrungen die Route wieder erreichen kann ohne das Verbot zu missachten. Nach unseren Beobachtungen werden diese von der einheimischen Bevölkerung eh nicht beachtet. Im Abschnitt nach Laasow ist das Abbiegen im Wald nicht mehr möglich, da der ehemalige Forstweg nicht mehr existiert. Einfach durchfahren bis Missen. Von da nach Osten auf die Originalruote. Alles in Allem eine schöne Tagestour mit Bademöglichkeit, die man gern weiter empfehlen kann.
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    Written August 16, 2015

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