Schmölln-Putzkau is a region located in the Upper Lusatian Highlands of eastern Saxony, Germany. This area is characterized by its diverse landscape, featuring rolling hills, extensive forests, and the prominent Valtenberg, the highest peak in the Lusatian Highlands. The natural setting provides an ideal backdrop for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
Schmölln-Putzkau offers a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 100 routes available across several sports…
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28
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59.1km
04:16
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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

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47.8km
02:52
620m
620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.9km
02:29
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30.3km
01:53
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.3km
01:49
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.5km
03:14
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
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12.5km
03:27
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
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70.5km
06:40
1,640m
1,640m
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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17
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57.9km
03:36
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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51.8km
04:25
880m
880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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13
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79.3km
03:31
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19.1km
00:53
170m
170m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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31.1km
01:22
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.7km
02:19
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
6.36km
00:40
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.24km
00:58
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.93km
00:44
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.2km
01:05
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Schmölln-Putzkau offers a diverse range of outdoor activities. These include hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, road cycling, and jogging. The region features over 160 routes across these sports.
A prominent natural landmark is the Valtenberg, the highest peak in the Lusatian Highlands at 1,926 feet (587 meters). The Spring Snowflake Meadows in the Polenztal Valley are also notable for hosting one of the largest wild occurrences of snowdrops in Saxony. The region is characterized by its dreamy hills and extensive forests.
Schmölln-Putzkau is a popular destination for hiking, with 50 dedicated hiking routes available. The Oberlausitzer Bergweg (Upper Lusatian Mountain Trail) starts at the Valtenberg. Other routes include the approximately 11-mile (18 km) Denksteine-Tour.
The region provides numerous cycling opportunities, including 56 touring cycling routes, 20 mountain biking routes, and 14 road cycling routes. The diverse landscape caters to various cycling disciplines. Specific guides are available for Cycling around Schmölln-Putzkau and Gravel biking around Schmölln-Putzkau.
Yes, Schmölln-Putzkau offers easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. A dedicated guide for Easy hikes around Schmölln-Putzkau is available. These routes provide accessible options for exploring the region's natural beauty.
Schmölln-Putzkau features routes suitable for families. A specific guide for Family-friendly hikes around Schmölln-Putzkau highlights suitable options. These trails often combine nature exploration with local history.
The region is home to cultural sites such as baroque palaces, historical churches, and half-timbered houses. A notable highlight is the baroque Putzkau Castle with its gardens. The area also features historical 'Denksteine' (memorial stones) along certain routes.
Outdoor activities in Schmölln-Putzkau are highly rated on komoot. The region has more than 160 routes with an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars. Over 36,000 visitors have explored and shared their experiences in the area.
Komoot offers several guides for Schmölln-Putzkau, including Hiking around Schmölln-Putzkau, Cycling around Schmölln-Putzkau, and MTB Trails around Schmölln-Putzkau. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, and gravel biking.
Yes, the Valtenberg, the highest peak in the Lusatian Highlands, features an observation tower. This tower offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape, including distant mountains on clear days. The region is sometimes referred to as the 'Land of Towers' due to its numerous observation points.
Schmölln-Putzkau offers 22 dedicated jogging routes. Information and details on these trails can be found in the Running Trails around Schmölln-Putzkau guide on komoot. These routes cater to various distances and terrains for runners.
The official website for Schmölln-Putzkau is www.schmoelln-putzkau.de. The general phone number for the municipal administration is +49359477110.

