Elbe Cycle Path near Pirna – View of Pillnitz Palace loop from Kreischa

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Kreischa

Elbe Cycle Path near Pirna – View of Pillnitz Palace loop from Kreischa

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Elbe Cycle Path near Pirna – View of Pillnitz Palace loop from Kreischa

03:24

56.1km

430m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 24.8 km for 77 m

Open: • Monday-Friday: 4:40 AM-1:10 AM • Saturday: 5:40 AM-1:10 AM • Public holidays & Sunday: 5:40 AM-11:40 PM (otherwise closed)

After 42.8 km for 136 m

Open: • Monday-Friday: 5:30 AM-9:30 PM • Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 AM-9:30 PM (otherwise closed)

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Bus stop

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17.1 km

Elbe Cycle Path near Pirna

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Beautiful stretch of road, it's also beautiful on the other side of the Elbe.

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21.6 km

View of the Elbe Cycle Path towards Pirna

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21.7 km

Elbe Cycle Path Along the River Valley (Saxon Switzerland)

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Very beautiful routes, directly on the Elbe.

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24.3 km

View of the town of Wehlen

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Wehlen is definitely one of the most famous holiday resorts in Saxon Switzerland. Picturesque houses, small town flair and the great location as a starting point for hikes make this …

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24.8 km

View over Stadt Wehlen and the Elbe Sandstone Mountains

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Easily accessible from Dresden by S-Bahn towards Schöna, you'll find one attraction after another here. A trip on the paddle steamer is also great.

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31.5 km

Elbe Cycle Path between Stadt Wehlen and Pirna

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Great route right on the banks of the Elbe.

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42.7 km

Pillnitz Palace Ferry

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Here you can easily reach the castle ferry from Kleinschachwitz on the Elbe to the castle Pillnitz

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43.4 km

View of Pillnitz Palace

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The castle is located directly on the banks of the Elbe and cannot be overlooked due to its impressive (also colorful) construction. From the opposite bank, the castle shows its …

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