The Düben Heath – Paradise between Elbe and Mulde

Nestled in the unspoilt nature between the Elbe and Mulde rivers, the largest mixed forest in Central Germany awaits you - the Düben Heath. Here you will find the perfect destination for relaxing excursions in the countryside. Shady forests, flowering meadows, mysterious moors and idyllic waters create an oasis of peace, far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Explore this fascinating landscape on foot or by bike on over 500 kilometres of excellently signposted paths. Along the way, you will come across picturesque heath villages where old crafts and traditional customs are still alive. The renowned spa towns of Bad Düben and Bad Schmiedeberg also offer a relaxing break with health and wellness programmes, cultural highlights and regional cuisine.

For unforgettable experiences in nature, our experienced nature park guides will accompany you on exciting wildlife tours or immerse you in the world of herbs and myths. Experience the forest with all your senses. Water lovers will get their money's worth in the numerous, idyllically situated lakes.

Experience the unspoilt beauty of the Düben Heath and be enchanted by its unique cultural landscape - here you can really take a deep breath in the midst of nature and recharge your batteries.

Highlights for your visit:

  • NaturparkHaus in Bad Düben with an interactive permanent exhibition and changing special exhibitions on sustainability topics
  • Digital HeideWächter-Tour (family-friendly scavenger hunt with smartphone/tablet around the NatureparkHaus and treasure chest with a surprise at the end of the tour)
  • Forest house at Bergwitz lake
  • House on the lake (Muldestausee Schlaitz)
  • Wald-er-LEBEN: Unplug and recharge with nature experiences in the Dübener Heide Nature Park that can be booked online
  • Heide Sunday: Every first Sunday of the month it's "Get off the sofa and into the Düben Heath!" We invite all families, nature and outdoor fans to theme-specific experiences and hands-on activities at selected locations in the Dübener Heide Nature Park.
  • Düben Heath tour guides: Individual tours with our certified nature park and tour guides
  • Hiking on the quality hiking trail Heath-Beaver-Tour or on the family-friendly nature trail (a section of the Heaeth Beaver Tour)

The Dahlen Heath – Rustic Romance

The Dahlen Heath extends over around 180 km² and is picturesquely located between the towns of Dahlen and Belgern. There are more than 50 small, idyllic ponds in the area, which give the landscape its special charm. The heath is criss-crossed by dense forests and has gentle differences in altitude of up to 55 meters - a paradise for hiking enthusiasts.

Discover worthwhile destinations such as "Brehms Ruhe", the "Tote Magd", the "Tabakskiefer", the "Imhoffstein", the "Jägereiche" or the "Wittes Steinbruch" on your hikes - each stop is a small natural highlight. A detour to the charming heath towns of Dahlen, Schildau and Schmannewitz perfectly rounds off your trip and lets you enjoy the picturesque flair of the region to the fullest.

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