Sohland a.d.Spree: Reservoir, lookout tower and winter trails

Sohland a.d.Spree combines leisure activities at the reservoir with views from the Prinz-Friedrich-August Tower and winter activities at the Tännicht ski center. You can plan which of these aspects will shape your stay based on your interests and the season: from activities on the water to trails and bike tours to winter offerings that depend on snow conditions.

Relaxation and activities at the reservoir

The recreation area at the Sohland reservoir offers walks and Nordic walking, cycling along the Spree Cycle Path, and gondola rides. Swimming and ice skating are possible at your own risk. The area also includes access to the Waldbühne, an open-air theater near the Kälbersteine. Theater performances are seasonal and may vary. If the Waldbühne is important to your trip, check the performance dates in advance.

Views and hiking trails at the tower

Built in 1900, the Prinz-Friedrich-August Tower stands at an elevation of 469 meters and offers views to the east and southeast. It is located at a junction of hiking trails, so you can combine a visit to the tower with an interest in hiking. A mountain inn with vacation rooms is attached to the tower. Next to the garden restaurant are a miniature golf course and a playground.

Winter at Tännicht

The Tännicht ski center has a ski jump and groomed cross-country ski trails. Winter operations depend on snow and local conditions; take these factors into account when making specific plans. The seasonal highlights therefore differ: at the reservoir, leisure activities include walks and cycling, while winter activities at Tännicht depend on conditions on site.

More cycling routes in Bautzen District

The wider destination of Bautzen District features several independent regional cycling routes. The Bautzen North Tour is a 43.1-kilometer circular route from Bautzen via Quatitz, Großdubrau, Milkel, Klix, and Malschwitz, returning to Bautzen. It passes through the heath and pond landscape and along the nature trail in Crosta. The Hill and Valley Route is a regional circular route through the West Lusatian Hills in Bautzen District. The Krabat Cycle Path is also a regional circular route and follows in the footsteps of Krabat, the hero of Sorbian legend, through Bautzen District.

For longer distances, the Mittelland Route is a long-distance cycle path stretching from Zittau to Aachen; one section runs through the Upper Lusatian Highlands in Bautzen District. The Spree Cycle Path also covers a long distance, from its source in Upper Lusatia to Berlin. Its section from Taubenheim to Zerre lies in Bautzen District. The routes therefore differ in their scope: the North Tour is described with a set sequence of places and a specific length, while the Mittelland Route and the Spree Cycle Path extend over much longer distances, with far-flung endpoints.

Culture in Bautzen District

The Upper Lusatian Carnival is another regional point of interest in Bautzen District. Its strongholds are the towns of Schirgiswalde and Wittichenau. This adds a cultural tradition located within the wider destination to the range of cycling-related topics.

Choose accommodation based on your travel interests

When looking for accommodation, you can first decide which activities you want to shape your days: for example, walks and cycling, the hiking trails at the tower, or the winter activities at Tännicht that depend on the conditions. Compare the location of each option with this focus. The mountain inn with vacation rooms attached to the tower offers a specific accommodation option; check its current availability for your dates.

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Taubenheim/Spree, Spreetal, Steina, Schönteichen, Göda, Wittichenau, Oßling, Großröhrsdorf

To the overview of the wider destination: Bautzen District.