--- title: "Barefoot path at the Mandau" url: "https://web.destination.one/en/tour/barefoot-path-at-the-mandau" description: "The approximately 1 km long barefoot path starts and ends at the sports center. At up to 15 stations, the feet must repeatedly adjust to various ground conditions. Pointed pebbles, brushwood, or deep mud constantly challenge the feet anew. In other places, more the sense of balance is required. The rule applies: what looks easy is not necessarily easy. At two points, crossing the Mandau river is planned, which can either be a welcome refreshment or also take some overcoming – depending on the water temperature or water level. (extendable with the nature trail \"Schülerbusch\", about 2 km)" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2909624/39e67a3a6706b582a28cc01f733d0f42ab8e158b171dfde26e5fbca5b08ed7e7/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Homepage > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Barefoot path at the Mandau =========================== - 1.05 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Hiking - 1:30 h - 1.05 km - 7 m - 7 m - 252 m - 293 m - 41 m - - Start: Sports center in 0276 Mittelherwigsdorf - Destination: Sports center in 0276 Mittelherwigsdorf The barefoot path in the district of Mittelherwigsdorf was already established in 1997 by the municipal building yard. Since then, it has become an attraction for both local and visiting hikers. In 2013, a relocation was necessary, and the barefoot path now begins and ends at the sports center in Mittelherwigsdorf. Special excitement is promised by the twice crossing of the Mandau river, which is not mandatory but certainly a refreshing change. After the hike, there is the possibility to refresh yourself at the sports center, and the barbecue area there is also gladly used. For this, you should coordinate with the operator of the restaurant or the sports club in advance.... The approximately 1 km long barefoot path starts and ends at the sports center. At up to 15 stations, the feet must repeatedly adjust to various ground conditions. Pointed pebbles, brushwood, or deep mud constantly challenge the feet anew. In other places, more the sense of balance is required. The rule applies: what looks easy is not necessarily easy. At two points, crossing the Mandau river is planned, which can either be a welcome refreshment or also take some overcoming – depending on the water temperature or water level. (extendable with the nature trail "Schülerbusch", about 2 km) Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Asphalt (17%) Path (83%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions Follow the marking from the sports field. The barefoot path offers 14 different sensations for the feet: 1\. Post walking 2. Balance on the beam 3. Gravel 4. Shredded material 5. Log high track 6. Balance on the beam 7. Coarse gravel 8. Brushwood 9. Mandau crossing 10. Stone balance 11. Beam walk 11a. Tree disc walk 12. Mandau crossing 13. Mud track 14. Washing place Read more Tour information - Loop Road Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Mittelherwigsdorf is located on the B96 between Bautzen and Zittau. As can be seen from the site plan, the hike starts at the sports center. You can also ride a bicycle. Important information for this can be found in our . Read more **Parking**You can park directly at the sports field or opposite the beginning of the barefoot path, at the Mittelherwigsdorf shopping center. Read more **Public transportation**Bus line, Mandautal, train Dresden-Zittau (station about 2km) Read more Additional information Read more Author Tourismuszentrum Naturpark Zittauer Gebirge Organization Das Landschaftswunderland Oberlausitz License (master data) Tourismuszentrum Naturpark Zittauer Gebirge Nearby ------ View on map - ToursCC-BY-SAGemeinde Mittelherwigsdorf, Das Landschaftswunderland Oberlausitz | 6.38 km - Hiking CC-BY-SATourismuszentrum Naturpark Zittauer Gebirge, Das Landschaftswunderland Oberlausitz | 10.50 km - Hiking CC-BY-SAMushroomProduction, Das Landschaftswunderland Oberlausitz | 7.60 km - Hiking Contact 02763 Mittelherwigsdorf Download GPX file - -