Zschopau

Zschopau lies at the foot of the Ore Mountains and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The town itself is known for its historic old town with its narrow streets, old half-timbered houses and castle complex dating back to the 12th century.

One of Zschopau's main attractions is the August Horch Museum, which is dedicated to the founder of Audi AG. Here you can admire an impressive collection of classic cars as well as learn more about Horch's life.

Another highlight are the numerous hiking and cycling trails around Zschopau. In summer, you can look forward to a variety of leisure activities such as swimming or canoeing; while in winter, skiing on the nearby slopes is an absolute must.

For those interested in culture, Zschopau offers many events such as concerts or theatre performances - the annual town festival and the Christmas market spectacle at Advent are particularly recommended.

Zschopau also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Be sure to try local specialities such as Sauerbraten or Dresdner Eierschecke in a cosy restaurant in the old town.

If it rains, you can visit the numerous museums and galleries or settle down in one of the cosy cafés. Another highlight in bad weather is the Erzgebirge Toy Museum with its fascinating collection of traditional handicrafts from the Erzgebirge.

Zschopau is worth a trip at any time of year - in spring the cherry trees blossom on the slopes around Zschopau, while in autumn the leaves glow in all colours. In winter, the area transforms into a wintry wonderland and in summer you can be wonderfully active outdoors.

But it's always particularly nice in the historic old town of Zschopau: Here you will find many charming restaurants, shops and cafés as well as a glimpse back into times long past. Visit Zschopau - a real jewel of the Ore Mountains!