Schlettau, a region in the upper Zschopau valley within Germany's Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains), offers diverse landscapes for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by picturesque forests, rolling hills, and river valleys such as the Große Mittweida and Zschopau, providing varied terrain. Basalt mountains like Scheibenberg contribute unique geological features and elevated viewpoints, making Schlettau suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
The region of Schlettau provides more than…
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4.8
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83
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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313
hikers
11.4km
03:15
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.01km
01:52
70m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.6km
03:44
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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61
riders
54.6km
04:56
1,330m
1,330m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.3km
03:00
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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65.2km
05:39
1,540m
1,540m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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riders
62.1km
04:46
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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59
riders
54.6km
02:34
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30.0km
01:30
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.3km
01:58
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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70.7km
03:51
1,410m
1,410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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41
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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16.2km
01:03
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49
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44.6km
03:26
870m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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23
runners
10.4km
01:13
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.6km
01:12
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.20km
00:59
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.8km
01:09
110m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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6
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
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49.3km
03:08
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Schlettau offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as forests, rolling hills, and river valleys. There are 81 routes available, with an average rating of 4.63 stars from over 18,000 visitors.
Popular hiking trails include the 'Berghausweg and Eisenweg Loop' and the 'Schlettau circular hiking trail 'On the steps of Ottomar Zahm',' which leads to Scheibenberg. The Zschopau Valley hiking trail also passes by Schlettau Castle. For more options, explore the Hiking around Schlettau guide.
Yes, Schlettau offers more challenging routes such as the 'Katzenstein' trail. The ascent to Scheibenberg via basalt steps also provides a notable challenge. These trails often feature significant elevation changes and varied terrain in the Erzgebirge.
Schlettau provides mountain biking opportunities with varied terrain, from single trails to forest paths. The 'Schwarzwassertal cycle path' offers scenic views, and a challenging tour covers 'Three basalt mountains in one go' (Pöhlberg, Bärenstein, and Scheibenberg). Discover more in the MTB Trails around Schlettau guide.
The area around Schlettau is well-suited for touring and road cycling, with many routes featuring mostly paved surfaces. A cycle tour titled 'Mittweida uphill and Zschopau downhill' begins in Schlettau, offering views of Fichtelberg. Well-maintained cycle paths exist, such as between Bärenstein and Annaberg. Consult the Traffic-free bike rides around Schlettau guide for more.
Key natural features include Fichtelberg, a prominent mountain with views of the Ore Mountains, and Scheibenberg, known for its unique basalt columns called 'Organ Pipes.' The wooded valleys of the Große Mittweida and Zschopau River also provide scenic routes. Basalt mountains like Pöhlberg and Bärenstein offer elevated viewpoints.
Yes, Schlettau offers numerous hiking trails catering to different fitness levels, including easier forest paths. The basalt educational trail on Scheibenberg is accessible and provides views of the Erzgebirge. Many routes are suitable for a relaxed outdoor experience.
Schlettau is a popular destination on komoot, with over 18,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 81 routes have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Schlettau, including Hiking around Schlettau, MTB Trails around Schlettau, and Traffic-free bike rides around Schlettau. Additional guides cover Road Cycling, Running, Cycling, and Gravel biking. These guides provide curated routes and information for various sports.
For general inquiries, the official website is www.schlettau.de. Tourist information is available at the Tourist Information office located in Schlettau Castle. They can be reached by phone at 03733-66019 or via email at info@schloss-schlettau.de.
Schlettau is located in the Erzgebirge, an area known for its unique geological formations, particularly basalt mountains. Scheibenberg features impressive basalt columns known as 'Organ Pipes,' and a basalt educational trail. Other basalt mountains like Pöhlberg and Bärenstein also contribute to the region's distinct landscape.
Schlettau is one of the oldest towns in the upper Erzgebirge and features historical landmarks. Schlettau Castle, originally a 12th-century defensive structure, is now a museum and event venue. The region is also situated along historically important trade routes like the Old Salt Road and Silberstraße.

