- 7: 10 pm
- 106,42 km
- 108 m
- 72 m
- 70 m
- 106 m
- 36 m
- Start: Elster (Elbe)
- Destination: Riesa
The cycle path along the Elbe is one of the most popular cycle routes in Germany. 80 percent of the route is on a separate cycle path, which is mostly asphalted. Nature and cultural experiences are guaranteed along the way. The Elbe cycle path offers attractions for the whole family.
Good to know
Path surfaces
Best Season
Directions
This section of the Elbe Cycle Route begins in Elster (Elbe). The route initially leads via Prettin and Großtreben-Zwethau towards Torgau. Anyone who wants to take a short break here must cross the Elbe Bridge. Passing Belgern, Mühlberg (Elbe), and Strehla, you finally reach Riesa.
Tour features
refreshment possibility
Equipment
Bicycle helmet, weatherproof clothing, bicycle lights in the dark, water and provisions if necessary.
Arrival & Parking
Those arriving by car can best reach Elbe-Elster via the A13 Berlin-Dresden motorway, taking the exits at Duben, Calau, Bronkow, Großräschen, Klettwitz, Ruhland, and Ortrand. Then continue on the federal highways to your chosen destination.
Riesa
Riesa train station: train (RE45 and RE50)
Elster (Elbe)
Elster (Elbe) station: train
- From Elster (Elbe) via Falkenberg and Elsterwerda to Riesa: take the RB51 from Mühlanger Bahnhof to Falkenberg; change in Falkenberg to the RE11 to Elsterwerda-Biehla; from Elsterwerda take the RB45 to Riesa
- or: approx. 15 km to Lutherstadt Wittenberg, direct connection to Leipzig Hbf
Torgau
Torgau train station: train
More information / links
author
Christina Witt
Organization
LEIPZIG REGION
License (master data)
Christina Witt
Author's tip
Connection options:
- in Strehla: Mulde-Elbe cycle route
- in Schirmenitz (Cavertitz): Leipzig-Elbe cycle route
- in Bennewitz (Torgau): Dahlener Heide cycle route
- in Torgau: Torgischer cycle path
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