Nature and landscape experiences

Discover gentle tourism in the midst of untouched nature! Sohland with the Rotstein and its surroundings offers numerous opportunities for an interesting and relaxing holiday.

Comfortable hiking trails lead you directly to the Rotstein from Sohland. From various vantage points you can enjoy the charming Upper Lusatian landscape and, on a clear day, even see as far as the Jizera and Giant Mountains. The view from the observation tower on the Rotstein is particularly impressive.

Welcome to the Königshain mountains west of Görlitz! This extensive granite area extends over approximately 50 km² and includes striking elevations such as the Kampfberge with the Ahlberg in the south and the Hochstein in the north. The free-standing granite rocks are the remains of over 100 quarried rock towers from over 200 years of quarry history. Today the granite mining museum and numerous quarry holes are silent witnesses of this time.

Discover the fascinating parks in the Neißeland: The UNESCO World Heritage Muskauer Park with its historical buildings and picturesque watercourses, the enchanting Kromlauer Park with the famous Rakotz Bridge, the idyllic Rothenburg City Park, the Foundling Park in Nochten and many more cordially invite you to their green oases to explore and experience relaxing moments amidst picturesque natural backdrops. Look forward to unforgettable experiences!

The Landeskrone, at 420 meters the landmark of Görlitz, offers a wonderful view of the city and the Lusatian Mountains. Originally a strategically important castle, Görlitz's local mountain today invites you to relax and enjoy nature. Discover the history and the unique atmosphere high above the rooftops of Görlitz.

Welcome to the eastern Muskauer Heide, Germany's largest inland dune area! Here you can discover dunes up to 25 meters high and fascinating habitats such as heather ponds and heather forest moors. The landscape is criss-crossed by extensive pine forests and kilometers of farm roads.

Visit the “Trebendorfer Tiergarten” nature reserve with its rare biotopes and protected species. Let yourself be enchanted by the natural beauty and diversity of the Muskauer Heide!

Welcome to the Hohe Dubrau, also known as the Kollmer Heights! This picturesque hilly region is located in the Görlitz district, near the municipality of Hohendubrau. The name not only refers to the region, but also to the highest peak, which at 307 meters above sea level is the highest elevation in the Upper Lusatian Heath and Pond area. Discover the impressive landscape and enjoy the natural beauty of this special region!

Discover the Lusatian glacial valley east of the Erlichthof in Rietschen. This diverse landscape includes dry heathland, extensive forests, picturesque ponds and lush grassland, adjacent to the Muskau Heath. Over 60 species of plants, more than 50 species of birds and numerous mammals such as sea eagles, cranes and otters live here. This impressive natural diversity makes the Niederspreer pond area a special natural area.