- 5:10 h
- 19.73 km
- 363 m
- 239 m
- 121 m
- 320 m
- 199 m
- Start: Bus stop Meißen Buschbad
- Destination: Rothschönberg Castle (bus stop Kottewitz junction approx. 900 m from the castle)
Hike from Buschbad to Rothschönberg – A nature experience full of history and wide views
The path leads through impressive landscapes with wide views over fields, forests, and winding streams. The route starts in the Meißen district of Buschbad, a former cold water sanatorium, directly on the Triebisch river. After a short but steep climb, you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view towards the porphyry quarry and the town of Meißen.
Natural beauty Triebisch
An absolute highlight is the river Triebisch, which accompanies the hike over long stretches. It winds picturesquely through dense forests, babbles through meadows, and was once the lifeline for over 50 historic water mills. Some of these mills, such as Helm- and Niedermühle, lie directly on the route and invite discovery. The Preiskermühle, with its idyllic resting place by the mill pond, is a perfect spot for a break in the shade of old trees.
Historical treasures
A small detour from the route to the village of Taubenheim is definitely worth it. Here you can explore the former manor with castle as well as the charming village church. You can also take a break at the farm shop and café of the "Pfarrgut Taubenheim" to enjoy coffee and cake or purchase regional products.
The path then leads uphill to the highest point of the tour, the Baeyerhöhe (320 meters). From here, enjoy a breathtaking view extending up to 65 kilometers on clear days. A survey pillar and a cozy resting place invite you to linger.
Cultural discoveries
In Burkhardswalde, you will find Saxony's smallest castle, the Steingut, whose history still holds many mysteries. The nearby historic inn "Alma Kasper" and the pretty church also invite a visit. The last section of the hike surprises with extraordinary perspectives: the impressive A4 bridges are crossed twice underneath, and at the "Tanneberger Loch" the path leads directly over the former motorway track – today a beautiful piece of nature.
End of the tour: Rothschönberg
Shortly before the goal, you can make a small detour to the main adit of the Rothschönberg tunnel, an impressive testimony of mining history and part of the UNESCO World Heritage "Ore Mountains Mining Region / Krušnohoří". The hike ends at the car park on the castle hill in Rothschönberg. The castle houses a small but fine exhibition on regional history and mining, and the pavilion in the park offers, among other things, a hidden view.
This route offers a perfect mix of nature experience, history, and culture – ideal for everyone who wants to fully enjoy the beauty of Dresden Elbland!
You can find the brochure for the favorite hiking route "Through the Triebisch Valleys" here for download:
https://www.dresden-elbland.de/r/611416684?page=media%2Fdownload
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Directions
The hike begins at the Buschbad bus stop, where there are also parking facilities. The Triebisch river flows a few meters from the start. The nearby Götterfelsen with its glowing summit cross can be reached via the hiking favorite Dresden Elbland "Götterfelsenweg".
After a small allotment garden area, the path follows a trail that climbs steeply through the forest to the Polenzer Höhe. Once at the top, a beautiful view of the landscape rewards you. Then Obersemmelsberg is crossed, and the route continues via a meadow path and a side road to the Preiskermühle, which is located directly on the path.
The hiking trail now runs along an old railway embankment of the former narrow-gauge railway, which is used as a cycle path. Here you pass Hotel Helmmühle and the former Polenz train station with a rest area. The route then continues past the Niedermühle and a scenic section along the Kleine Triebisch to the village of Taubenheim.
Behind Taubenheim, a beautiful path follows the meandering stream through meadows and forests. The next landmark is the climb to the Baeyerhöhe, which is moderate and manageable.
After the ascent comes Burkhardswalde. Wide, paved paths accompanied by wind turbines lead into the village. At the village exit, the path follows a side road further to Schmiedewalde. From here, the Schmiedewalde stream and the Triebisch are followed through varied nature. Two imposing bridges of the A4 motorway are crossed underneath.
At the Damm-Mühle bus stop, the path briefly turns onto the street before returning to a meadow and later forest path. This leads towards Rothschönberg. Here, a small detour to the main adit of the Rothschönberg tunnel is worthwhile.
The last 750 meters lead up a steep side road to Rothschönberg Castle, the hike's destination. The nearby Rothschönberg Kottewitz junction bus stop is about 900 meters from the castle and offers a good option for the return trip. The bus stop is reached downhill via Bleiberg street.
Tour information
Cultural Interesting
Stop at an Inn
Directions & Parking facilities
Buschbad: Parking spaces are located directly at the starting point of the route at the Buschmühle
Rothschönberg: Parking spaces are located directly at the castle. The bus stop Rothschönberg, Kottewitz junction (line 418) is about 900 m away.
Bus from Buschbad: Meißen, Buschbad stop with line 418 to Rothschönberg, Kottewitz junction
Bus from Rothschönberg: Rothschönberg stop, Kottewitz junction with line 418 to Meißen, Buschbad
Additional information
Place to eat
Historic Inn Alma Kasper (opening hours see homepage)
Author
Dresden Elbland Redaktion
Organization
Dresden Elbland
License (master data)
Dresden Elbland Redaktion
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Extend your hiking experience and explore on a second day the Geopath Triebischtal. The 7-kilometer-long educational trail from Rothschönberg to Miltitz leads you past 12 information boards through the geological and mining history of the region.
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