Guttau: Experience the Pond Landscape and Nature

A thriving fish-farming industry has operated in connection with Guttau and Wartha since the 18th century and continues to this day. The Guttau ponds acquired their present form at the beginning of the 18th century, when existing ponds were modified and expanded. These modifications and expansions make today’s landscape the result of its ongoing development. Passacker Pond is located in the care zone (Protection Zone 2) of the UNESCO Upper Lusatian Heath and Pond Landscape Biosphere Reserve. For travelers who enjoy spending time outdoors and would also like to learn more about the region, these topics offer different ways to explore it.

Fish Farming, Wildlife and Species Conservation

A thriving fish-farming industry has operated in connection with Guttau and Wartha since the 18th century and continues to this day. A guided tour of the Guttau pond group offers insights into the environmentally compatible management of the fish ponds and their importance for species conservation; tours are available by arrangement. Those interested in the relationship between use and conservation can gain a practical understanding of fish farming this way. Nearby in Wartha, the HOUSE OF A THOUSAND PONDS invites visitors to discover the Upper Lusatian Heath and Pond Landscape Biosphere Reserve and its animal inhabitants through an interactive exhibition. The exhibition and guided tour offer different perspectives: the center focuses on the reserve and its wildlife, while the tour focuses on pond management and species conservation.

Trails and Getting Your Bearings

The Guttau Ponds & Olbasee Nature Trail is approximately 8.3 kilometers long. Route 2, “The Fisherman and the Carp,” starts at the parking lot in Guttau. Route 1, “Sensing Nature,” is suitable for wheelchair users; check current conditions before your visit. The approximate trail length, a named starting point and information about a route’s suitability for wheelchair users provide different points of reference for planning an outing.

Puzzles and Digital Nature Education

The Mosaic Rally follows a nature trail and features six puzzle stations. The Mosaic Rally app is permanently available as an environmental education resource for local residents and tourists, and digitally complements the existing nature trails. Families who enjoy solving puzzles together and exploring nature topics can consider the rally as an idea for planning their trip.

Cycling Routes and Places to Visit

Several cycling routes pass through Guttau. Every year, thousands of visitors and hikers are drawn to the educational trail through the Guttau ponds. The Radlerhof in Guttau is a popular excursion restaurant. The cycling routes, pond trail and restaurant appeal to different preferences: cycling, hiking or visiting a destination with food and drink.

Prefer an Active Trip or a Deeper Dive into a Topic?

When planning your trip, you can choose experiences based on how you want to explore: the nature trail, cycling routes and rally emphasize independent discovery; the exhibition and guided tour offer insights into wildlife, pond management and species conservation. Families can decide whether they would rather be active or explore a topic in greater depth.

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