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Demitz-Thumitz

Welcome to Demitz-Thumitz, a charming destination in the district of Bautzen, Germany. This Travel Guide will help you get the most out of your visit and discover the beauty of this region.

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Activities in Demitz-Thumitz


Attractions in Demitz-Thumitz


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Bicycle Rides · Upper Lusatia
Cultural Route West Lusatia
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 90.9 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 819 m
Descent 710 m

For those who want to combine light physical activity with the highest enjoyment for mind and soul, the cultural route is ideal.

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from Region Westlausitz,   The landscape wonderland of Upper Lusatia
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 128.5 km
Duration 35:00 h
Ascent 2,796 m
Descent 2,930 m

Right through the southeastern tip of Saxony runs the Oberlausitzer Bergweg.

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Bicycle Rides · Upper Lusatia
Produktroute Westlausitz
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 105.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 828 m
Descent 790 m

What diligent hands create is at the center of the Produktroute.

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from Region Westlausitz,   The landscape wonderland of Upper Lusatia
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 51.4 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 229 m
Descent 307 m

The last stage of the Via Sacra cycling pilgrimage route covers about 52 km from Cunewalde via Elstra to Kamenz.

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from Marketing-Gesellschaft Oberlausitz-Niederschlesien mbH,   The landscape wonderland of Upper Lusatia
Hiking Trail · Buchenwaldgebiet Wilthen
Over the Great Picho
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 15.8 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 347 m
Descent 314 m

Lusatian granite is one of the trademarks, Wilthen brandy another; the demanding hike combines both.

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Hiking Trail · Burkau
Taucherwald circular route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.2 km
Duration 1:20 h
Ascent 76 m
Descent 76 m

The hiking trail runs through the Taucherwald, which was a military restricted area until 1991. Abandoned bunker facilities and the Taucherwald ...

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Hiking Trail · Upper Lusatia
Bunker facilities in the Taucherwald
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 6.9 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 94 m
Descent 94 m

20.04.2025 A nice route through the Taucherwald near Uhyst am Taucher with the partly accessible bunker facilities

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Hiking Trail · Upper Lusatia
Oberlausitz Mountain Trail - Stage 1
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 17.1 km
Duration 4:25 h
Ascent 274 m
Descent 332 m

The first stage of the Oberlausitz Mountain Trail takes you from Butterberg in Bischofswerda to Neukirch on the Valtenberg.

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Hiking Trail · Upper Lusatia
From Schiebock to Neukirch
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 16.5 km
Duration 3:32 h
Ascent 276 m
Descent 257 m

The hike starts in Bischofswerda and leads through the granite village of Demitz-Thumitz and the Klosterberg to Neukirch in Lusatia.

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from Mandy Vogel,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 28 km
Duration 6:55 h
Ascent 126 m
Descent 109 m

The Saxon Way of St. James on the Franconian Road is a pilgrimage route in Saxony. Like all pilgrimage routes, it has Santiago de Compostela in ...

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Geographically, Demitz-Thumitz lies on the edge of the Lusatian Mountains and is surrounded by picturesque forests. The landscape here is characterised by rolling hills and idyllic valleys. The area is also known for its numerous lakes, including Lake Quitzdorf and Lake Dreiweibern.

One of the tourist attractions in Demitz-Thumitz is the Thumitz moated castle. It was built in the 16th century and served as a residence for noblemen until the end of the Second World War. Today you can visit it or even rent it as a venue.

Another cultural highlight is the many Sorbian traditions that are still practised here. Sorbs are a Slavic minority in Germany with a rich cultural history - you can experience their customs at festivals like the Easter Riding.

When it comes to culinary specialities, you should definitely try the Spreewald gherkin - a typical product from this region! Regional products such as honey or apple juice are also highly valued here.

In terms of outdoor activities, there are many options: Hiking through the forests or cycling along the lakes are among the most popular leisure activities. In winter, you can go skiing or ice skating on the frozen lake.

If it rains, a visit to the Erlichthof in Rietschen is a good option. Here there are many interactive exhibitions on various topics such as nature and technology.

Where is the nicest? That depends on your interests, of course! If you love nature, you will enjoy the lake landscape around Demitz-Thumitz. For culture enthusiasts, the Thumitz moated castle and Sorbian traditions are definitely worth a visit!

Overall, Demitz-Thumitz is definitely worth a visit - whether for nature lovers, culture fans or families with children. We hope that this travel guide has helped you to plan your trip in the best possible way!

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Reviews

  • September 29, 2026
    Kristin Schiemann
    September 18, 2026
    Wir sind den Bergweg am Stück gelaufen und haben dort geschlafen, wo der Tag sich dem Ende neigte. Der Aufstig auf den Valtenberg nach dem ersten Tag ist nicht so sonderlich freundlich und die Beschilderung ist mal doppelt dreifach gesichert und mal wenig. Doch alles in allem ein sehr schöner Weg, man kann ihn fast ohne digitale Navigation bewandern und bewundern. Wir sind mit Aussichten und Schlafplätzen und was man sonst noch so auf der Tour macht auf 182km gekommen. Doch wir machen immer etwas mehr als auf dem Plan steht. Für uns war es jeden einzelnen Schritt wert.
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    Written September 29, 2026
  • April 02, 2024
    Kurt Neuberger
    March 25, 2024
    Der Oberlausitzer Bergweg ist zu großen Teilen ein Abschnitt des Weitwanderweges Zittau-Wernigerode. Im Zittauer Gebirge läßt er viele Highlights links liegen. Wir haben den Weg modifiziert um an folgenden Orten vorbeizukommen: Kloster Oybin, Felsengasse, Rosensteine und Kelchstein, Jonsdorfer Felsenstadt, Lausche. Die auf der Homepage des Weges angegebenen Unterkünfte passten mit 1 Ausnahme für uns nicht. Wir haben hier übernachtet: Pension Unter den Linden in Bischofswerda (2mal, Busanbindung nach Neukirch) Prinz-Friedrich-August-Baude Hotel Bergwirtschaft Bieleboh Pension Grandel in Eibau-Walddorf Pension Deutsche Eiche In GrossSchönau Hochwaldbaude bei Oybin Hotel Zittauer Hof in Zittau Alle diese Unterkünfte waren sehr gut. Die auf der Homepage angegebenen Wegeschäden waren unproblematisch und völlig im normalen Rahmen.
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    Written April 02, 2024
  • January 24, 2016
    Mathias Ebenhöh
    Sehr schöne Strecke für den Saisonauftakt. Die Schneewehen waren etwas lästig, das schmälert aber nicht die Qualität der Strecke. Es gibt genug Gastronomie, so dass man sich Verpflegung im Prinzip sparen kann (außer ausreichend zu trinken). Der letzte Abschnitt an der Bahnstrecke nach Bischoffswerda ist ein wenig unspannend, aber auch schnell gemacht.
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    Picho
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    Picho
    Photo: Mathias Ebenhöh, Community
    Picho
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    Written January 24, 2016
    Hiking Trail
    Winter tour 01/23/2016

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