On the trail of the Spreewaldbahn - Tour II to Burg

This bike tour starts in Cottbus. Follow the tracks of the Spreewaldbahn and ride along the old railway lines. Enjoy the unique landscape of the Spreeaue and the urban atmosphere in Cottbus.

Length: approx. 29 km

Start/Finish: Cottbus, Spreewaldbahnhof

Logo / Route markers: no information provided

Arrival / Departure:
By train: From Berlin with the RE 2 to Cottbus
By car: From Berlin Schönefelder Kreuz A13 towards Dresden-Forst on A15 towards Cottbus-Forst. Exit Cottbus West
Parking: City center location, train station
Route: Cottbus - Spreewehrmühle - Skadow - Maiberg - Along the Spree - Großes Wehr - Nordumfluter - Burg- Old railway embankment - Bismarck tower

Sights / Points of interest:
Burg-Dorf: Heimatstube, Bismarck tower, Weidenburg, Information center "Schlossberghof" of the Spreewald Biosphere Reserve, Spa and Legend Park
Church in Werben
Spreewaldbahnhof Briesen and Church
Old Town Cottbus
Combination options:
Spreeradweg
Gurkenradweg
Road conditions / Route development: Primarily asphalted and well-maintained gravel paths

Maps / Literature:
For optimal preparation and planning of the bike tour, the tourist information at the "Haus des Gastes" offers a detailed cycling map, which can also be purchased online on the website.