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Hofewiese Estate – Dresdner Heide Forest Path loop from Langebrück (Sachs)

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Germany

Saxony

Hofewiese Estate – Dresdner Heide Forest Path loop from Langebrück (Sachs)

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Hofewiese Estate – Dresdner Heide Forest Path loop from Langebrück (Sachs)

01:53

33.6km

280m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.15 km for 133 m

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2.47 km

Hofewiese Beer Garden

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Beautiful beer garden with a large playground! Thanks to its central location in the heathland, it is always a good idea to stop by and take a look around. There are snacks on weekdays and a larger selection on weekends. Events are held several times a year.

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2.55 km

Hofewiese Estate

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The "Hofewiese" beer garden, lined with large trees, is located next to a horse farm. The buildings belonging to the "Hofewiese" are currently being restored. This was once the foal breeding ground of Augustus the Strong, and hay for the horses was harvested in the stable yard.

The construction work will not disrupt beer garden operations.

The beautiful and spacious beer garden offers Wi-Fi, card payments, food and drinks, and covered seating.

Events are held frequently > landgut-hofewiese.de/hoehepunkte-und-events

The history of the "Hofewiese": landgut-hofewiese.de/geschichte-der-hofewiese

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4.29 km

Chapel Pond

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Very nice pond in a small valley
But to get out of there you will probably have to push

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4.36 km

Ascent to Königsplatz - steep incline

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Wide, easy to drive way over the Königsplatz.

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10.8 km

View of Dresden's Old Town from the Waldschlößchen Bridge

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The old town of Dresden is always nice to look at.

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27.7 km

Dresdner Heide Forest Path

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The **Dresden Heath** is a large forest area in the northeast of Dresden and is one of the most important urban recreational and natural areas in Saxony. With an area of approximately **6,000 hectares**, it is one of the largest contiguous forest areas in Germany directly adjacent to a major city.

### Characteristics of the Dresden Heath:

- **Location**: It is located in the northeast of the city of Dresden and extends from the Elbe River near Loschwitz to Radeberg. Neighboring districts include Bühlau, Weißer Hirsch, Klotzsche, and Langebrück.

- **Natural area**: The heath is a mixed forest area with pines, beeches, oaks, and spruces, as well as numerous wetlands, streams (such as the Prießnitzbach), and moors. It is a habitat for many protected animal and plant species.

- **History**:
- The heath was already used as an electoral hunting ground in the Middle Ages.
- In the 18th and 19th centuries, it increasingly served forestry purposes.
- Today, it is a nature reserve and is part of the "Dresden Heath" nature reserve.

- **Leisure and Recreation**:
- The heath is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, and runners. There is a dense network of marked trails, including the famous **Heidebogen**.
- Historic rest areas, such as the **Luisenstein** or the **King Albert Obelisk**, as well as romantic sites such as the **Reservoir in the Prießnitzgrund**, make the area attractive.

- **Cultural Significance**:
- The Dresden Heath is not only a natural area, but also played a role in Saxon art and literature. Romantic poets and artists found inspiration here.

In short: The Dresden Heath uniquely combines nature, history, and recreation right on the edge of a big city – a true gem for nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet.

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