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
Best to visit
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
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.
Riesa
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
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