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Wilsdruff

Welcome to Wilsdruff, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. Part of the federal state of Saxony, the town is located about 20 kilometres northwest of Dresden and is known for its idyllic location on the edge of the Ore Mountains.

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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 26.5 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 441 m
Descent 441 m

An adventurous route through the Tharandt Forest, which lies in an old volcanic basin – a caldera – and is still considered the classic geologists' ...

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from Dresden Elbland Redaktion,   Dresden Elbland
Bicycle Rides · Triebischtäler
From Klingenberg to Meissen along the Triebisch
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 41.3 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 160 m
Descent 490 m

The route leads through the Tharandter Forest, along the bike path of the former Wilsdruffer narrow-gauge railway network, on a section of the geo ...

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from Egon Höller,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 20 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 240 m
Descent 310 m

Our hike has a lot to offer: geology, intact mixed forests, ponds, and of course the Forest Botanical Garden. It is beautiful at any time of year, ...

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from Egon Höller,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Bicycle Rides · Dresden Elbland
Cycle route "Around Wilsdruff"
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 33.6 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 236 m
Descent 236 m

The south of Wilsdruff offers a variety of trails with lots of discovery potential for young and old.

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from Dresden Elbland Redaktion,   Dresden Elbland
Bicycle Rides · The Ore Mountains
Hetzdorf round in the GeoPark of central Saxony
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 26.6 km
Duration 1:58 h
Ascent 235 m
Descent 237 m

Circular route through the Tharandt Forest past the Hetzdorf spa clinic

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from GEOPARK Ranger,   Dresden Elbland
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 42.5 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 352 m
Descent 349 m

A scenic cycling route along the former Wilsdruff narrow-gauge railway network with numerous natural and historical highlights.

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from Dresden Elbland Redaktion,   Dresden Elbland
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 82 km
Duration 8:15 h
Ascent 1,633 m
Descent 1,186 m

By bike on the tracks of pilgrims of St. James and old trade routes from Elsterwerda westwards to the Eifel.

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from Dirk Neubauer,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 226 m
Descent 226 m

The geological past of Saxony can be explored in the Geopark Saxony's Center. Every stone hides secrets and tells its million-year-old story.

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from Ronny Schwarz,   Erlebnisheimat Erzgebirge
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 41.4 km
Duration 10:45 h
Ascent 742 m
Descent 498 m

Over a distance of about 40 kilometers, the Saxon Way of St. James runs once from east to west through the GEOPARK, passing churches, stone ...

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from GEOPARKS Sachsens Mitte e.V.,   Dresden Elbland
Hiking Trail · Dresden Elbland
Tanneberger Circular Route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 3.9 km
Duration 1:05 h
Ascent 70 m
Descent 70 m

A truly very charming hike over natural trails through forest and across fields and meadows.

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from Anke Duderstadt,   Community
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Wilsdruff offers its visitors a variety of tourist attractions. An absolute highlight is Klippenstein Castle, which was built as early as the 16th century and now serves as a museum. Here you can not only admire historical furniture, but also works of art from the Renaissance period.

There are also cultural highlights to discover in Wilsdruff: The town church "St. Marien" impresses with its baroque tower as well as a magnificent organ and invites you to linger.

For culinary delights, there are numerous restaurants and cafés with regional cuisine such as the traditional Sauerbraten or the delicious potato specialities of the region.

The surroundings of Wilsdruff are perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking or cycling - this is especially beautiful in spring or summer. The nearby Tharandt Forest also attracts with its beautiful natural scenery and many hiking trails.

Even in bad weather, you don't have to miss out on activities: The leisure pool "Wellenspiel" offers bathing fun for young and old as well as sauna relaxation on grey days.

Overall, Wilsdruff is definitely worth a trip and a must for anyone who wants to discover Saxony. The Travel Guide offers numerous tips for an unforgettable stay in this charming town on the edge of the Ore Mountains.

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