The Spreewald
The Spreewald, southeast of Berlin, is a water landscape made up of hundreds of Spree channels — narrow waterways, alder forests and punts instead of roads.
AI-generated illustrative imageThe Spreewald is a floodplain landscape in the southeast of Brandenburg, in the Niederlausitz, where the Spree fans out into a network of hundreds of waterways, known as the Fließen. The area is protected as a biosphere reserve and is interspersed with alder and floodplain forests, meadows and small canals. Traditionally, people navigate these waters by boat; the region is also home to the Sorbian minority. Paddling, cycling and peaceful nature observation make up the appeal of spending time outdoors in the Spreewald.
What you ought to see — my picks.
Lehde
The Spreewald is one of the most beautiful regions in Germany. It is also home to some of the last remaining primeval forests in Europe and has many natural lakes and rivers. You can explore the area by bike or on foot, but if you want a bird's eye view, you should take a ride in a hot air balloon!
Wotschofska
The Wotschofska is the perfect place to stop on your way through the Spreewald. We serve hearty Sorbian food, good beer and have outdoor seating under trees. A nice place for lunch or dinner!
Bismarck Tower
The Bismarck Tower is the tallest building in the Spree Forest region and offers an incredible view of the surroundings. It is located on a hill, so you can see all around. From up here you can see cities, forests, rivers and lakes!
Cucumber bike path between Lübbenau and Leipe
The Gurkenradweg is the perfect way to enjoy nature and escape the hustle and bustle of city life. There's no better place to spend your next vacation than this beautiful, scenic route through the Spreewald. You can even take a break at one of our many stops along the way if you need refreshments or a snack!
Granary
The granary is an old granary, which was converted into a hotel. It is located in the Spreewald, which is about 100 km southeast of Berlin. This area is known for its natural beauty and wildlife. You can explore the forest or take bike tours along the river bank. There are also many restaurants and cafes nearby if you want to try the local cuisine!
Spreehafen Burg
The Spreewaldhafen is a great place to start your bike tour. It is located in the center of Burg (Spreewald) and offers many barge rides into the Spreewald. There are also refreshment facilities for cyclists on land.
