Elbe Cycle Route from Elster (Elbe) to Riesa - right bank
- 7:10 h
- 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 cycling routes in Germany. The route runs 80 percent on a separate cycle path, which is predominantly asphalted. Nature and cultural experiences on the way are guaranteed. The Elbe Cycle Route offers sights for the whole family.
Good to know
Pavements
- Unknown (1%)Street (23%)Asphalt (63%)Gravel (9%)Trail (3%)Path (1%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
This section of the Elbe Cycle Route starts in Elster (Elbe). The route first leads via Prettin and Großtreben-Zwethau towards Torgau. Those who want to make a short stop here must cross the Elbe bridge. Passing Belgern, Mühlberg/Elbe and Strehla, you finally reach Riesa.
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Bicycle helmet, weatherproof clothing, bicycle lighting in darkness, if necessary water and provisions.
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting there
Those who want to arrive by car can reach Elbe-Elster best via the A13 Berlin-Dresden motorway with the exits Duben, Calau, Bronkow, Großräschen, Klettwitz, Ruhland and Ortrand. Then continue via federal roads to the desired place of excursion.
Public transportationRiesa
Riesa station: train (RE45 and RE50)
Elster (Elbe)
Elster (Elbe) station: train
- From Elster (Elbe) via Falkenberg and Elsterwerda to Riesa: by RB51 from Mühlanger station to Falkenberg; change at Falkenberg to RE11 to Elsterwerda-Biehla; from Elsterwerda by RB45 to Riesa
- or: about 15 km to Lutherstadt Wittenberg, direct connection to Leipzig main station
Torgau
Torgau station: train
Additional information
Author
Christina Witt
Organization
LEIPZIG REGION
License (master data)
Christina Witt
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Connection options:
- in Strehla: Mulde-Elbe Cycle Route
- in Schirmenitz (Cavertitz): Leipzig-Elbe Cycle Route
- in Bennewitz (Torgau): Dahlem Heath Cycle Route
- in Torgau: Torgau Cycle Path
