Heinsdorfergrund: Cycling along the Raumbach, hiking in the valleys

Heinsdorfergrund offers plenty of ways to spend days cycling and walking. A roughly seven-kilometre section of the Raumbachtal cycle path runs through the area; the hills and valleys around Unterheinsdorf, Oberheinsdorf and Hauptmannsgrün provide opportunities for long walks and local hiking routes.

Cycling through the Raumbach Valley

The section of the Raumbachtal cycle path in Heinsdorfergrund is about seven kilometres long, climbs gently and runs mostly along the Raumbach valley. The cycle path connects the Mühlteich recreational area with Reichenbach and the Göltzsch Viaduct in Mylau. Visitor stops along the route include rest areas, the grounds around Mühlteich and the Rollbockschuppen.

When planning your days, it helps to think of the cycle path as one of several options: its gentle incline and route through the Raumbach Valley give the ride a distinctive scenic setting. As you look for accommodation in Heinsdorfergrund, you can consider whether cycling will be the main focus of your stay or whether you would rather leave time for walks and other experiences.

Hills, valleys and hiking trails

The surrounding area can also be explored on foot. The hills and valleys around Unterheinsdorf, Oberheinsdorf and Hauptmannsgrün offer opportunities for long walks and local hiking routes. Hiking therefore complements the cycle path as another way to shape your stay. If you are planning a holiday with a range of activities, you can divide your time accordingly: a bike ride through the Raumbach Valley, walks in the surrounding area, or a plan that also takes in the Vogtland's culture and scenery.

The wider Vogtland destination

Looking further afield in the Vogtland, you will find a range of attractions. In Klingenthal, the Sparkasse Vogtland Arena is one of Europe's most modern large ski jumps. An experience railway takes visitors to the 32-metre-high jump tower, which offers views over Klingenthal. The Göltzsch Viaduct in Mylau is one of the world's two largest brick bridges. These striking structures offer very different highlights: one showcases sport, while the other impresses with the scale of a monumental brick bridge.

Culture and craftsmanship also shape the wider destination. The Musical Instrument Museum in Markneukirchen houses the world's largest playable violin. Musical instruments have been made in the Upper Vogtland for more than 350 years. Those interested in music history and unusual exhibits will find a different way to experience the region than spending a day outdoors. In Bad Elster, the Royal Grounds combine extensive historic parks with architecture of major cultural and historical significance; Bad Elster also has ten mineral springs and natural peat.

A Vogtland culinary speciality is green dumplings, made from raw grated potatoes. Gündel's Kulturstall in Reichenbach regularly holds potato tastings, and a potato market takes place there in autumn. Check the latest dates before visiting. The green dumplings and potato events in Reichenbach add a culinary highlight to the Vogtland.

Discover more destinations: Rodewisch, Zwoschwitz, Schöneck/Vogtland, Theuma, Netzschkau, Oberheinsdorf, Oelsnitz/Vogtland and Tirpersdorf.

View the wider travel guide: Vogtland.