One way, two rivers, three countries
Landscape diversity
Nature lovers can also experience a multitude of scenic highlights, because the route leads directly from the heights of the Zittau Mountains with their sandstone formations, past Lake Berzdorf to the Rhodendron Park in Kromlau. The highlights of the route are the Muskau Geopark and the Fürst-Pückler-Park Bad Muskau, which are known as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
From the mountain to the lake
The Oder-Neisse cycle path begins at the source of the Neisse in the Czech town of Nová Ves and leads along the river in eastern Upper Lusatia. He crosses the cities of Zittau, Görlitz and Bad Muskau. With their historical beauty, these cities invite you to take a break.
Craft brewing from Görlitz
Landskron Brau-Manufaktur, a gem that survived two world wars and 40 years of East Germany. Today, Landskron is Germany's largest brewery and the most important beer brand, brewing naturally matured master beers in a high-quality range of varieties using the art of craft brewing. Once in Görlitz, you should not miss out on a guided tour of the Landskron Kulturbrauerei, which can be perfectly integrated into the cycle tour .
If you have time, stay a little longer and review your experiences in the visitor center.
Click here to go directly to the guided tour of the Landskron Kulturbrauerei.
Experiences along the way
Just a few meters from the bike path, various attractions beckon to visit. These include the secret world of Turisede - an adventure playground for young and old, the narrow-gauge railways of the Muskau forest railway, the Zittau narrow-gauge railway and other leisure facilities.
Along the Neisse up to the Oder
On the drive along the eastern border of Germany, which is naturally marked by the rivers Neisse and Oder, the blue glittering surface of the water, green overgrown Neisse meadows, refreshing rustling pine forests and sunny yellow rapeseed fields ensure a colorful enjoyment of nature. At the same time, cyclists travel a route full of history. From the source of the Neiße at the southernmost point of the tour in Nová Ves (CZ), it goes to Zittau, with its baroque town houses, the pretty town hall and the mighty salt house at the foot of the Zittau Mountains Nature Park. The city is best known for the Lenten towels, which amaze thousands of visitors every year. They are part of the trinational tourist route Via Sacra, which also includes the St. Marienthal Monastery in Ostritz. The stations of the Via Sacra promise calm and reflection. The wheels roll down the river to Görlitz - the city that became rich as a trading hub and today enchants city tourists with a lovingly restored old town and outstanding buildings such as the old town bridge, St. Peter's Church, the Holy Sepulcher or the Kaisertrutz.
Görlitz and Zittau once united, together with Bautzen, Kamenz, Löbau and Lauban (Lubań /PL), to form the Upper Lusatian Six Cities League. This protective alliance was founded in Löbau in 1346 and existed for almost half a millennium. Families can treat themselves to a break from cycling with the leisure activities in Oberlausitz. Not far from the Oder-Neisse cycle path, narrow-gauge railways, zoos, indoor and outdoor play parks and moving water worlds invite you to enjoy family fun. The last stop on the way in Saxony, the Fürst-Pückler-Park Bad Muskau, was even awarded the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the landscape park fantasy of Prince Pückler. About 20 kilometers north of Guben in Brandenburg, the Neisse flows into the Oder near Ratzdorf. From here it is a good 400 kilometers with many other attractions to the island of Usedom.
Book your cycling vacation in Upper Lusatia now!
Cycle tour "Twin cycle path" from/to Görlitz
- 7 x overnight stays in hotels and guesthouses of 3-star standard
- 7 x sumptuous breakfasts
- Luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation during your cycle tours
- 1 package of detailed maps and information material per room
- Telephone service during your cycle tour
per person / 7 nights from € 769.00
Overnight accommodation on the Oder-Neisse Cycle Route
Island of the senses
RECHARGE YOUR BENEFITS, RELAX, RELAX - If that's exactly what you're looking for alongside your active vacation and you just want to BE, then this place is just the place for you on your cycle tour along the Oder-Neisse cycle path .
Private sandy beaches, yoga offers and relaxation courses, saunas and massages as well as bicycle storage facilities leave nothing to be desired during your stay. Gentle birdsong, the gentle sound of waves, white sandy beach, crystal-clear water and a breathtaking view of the expanse that you won't find anywhere more beautiful in Europe. Far away from stress, noise and hectic, the hotel is situated in a secluded location directly on the shores of Lake Berzdorf - the second largest lake in Saxony.
questions and answers
What is the route of the Oder-Neisse Cycle Route?
The Oder-Neisse Cycle Route is well signposted. To cycle the route, you can also use navigation via Regio Outdooractive to navigate the route.
Is there any important current information?
Due to African swine fever, there are restrictions on the Oder-Neisse cycle path.
Further information can be found on the following pages: District of Spree-Neisse ; District of Oder-Spree ; District of Görlitz
Which sights along the route are particularly recommended?
Natural beauties such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Fürst-Pückler-Park Bad Muskau, the Rhododendron Park Kromlau or the Geopark Muskau Arch, can be found along the way, as are the cities of Görlitz, Zittau and numerous leisure facilities.
Are there any special events on the Oder-Neisse Cycle Route in 2023?
In the city of Görlitz there are some highlights such as the COOLINARIA German-Polish wine and gourmet festival(24.06.2023).
The Zittau Mountains also host a number of events, such as the UmgebindeLandSommer³ (28.05.-10.09.2023) .
Where is the best place to hire a bike for the tour?
DR Fahrradhandel GmbH is a good address for renting bikes. Among other things, it also offers a bike delivery service . This means you can join the tour at any time.
Contact
Heilige-Grab-Straße 26
02828 Görlitz
Tel.: 03581/42 98 990 | Mail: epost@fahrradverleih.biz
From the source of the Neisse in the Czech Republic via the fasting cloth town of Zittau in the border triangle, past the famous town of Görlitz with its enchanting, bourgeois and stately old town, through wild and romantic countryside and all the way to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Muskauer Park. The Oder-Neisse Cycle Route enchants with its natural route and numerous cultural highlights.
Along the Oder-Neisse cycle path
Enjoy the varied landscape of Upper Lusatia actively.
