Düben Heath Nature Park
The Düben Heath, located south of Lutherstadt Wittenberg and north of Leipzig, is embedded in the natural river landscape between the Mulde and Elbe rivers.
It is the largest mixed forest area in central Germany and was declared a nature park in 1992. Numerous hiking trails and nature trails lead through the beautiful heath forests and moorland landscapes. You will pass small forest lakes, romantic clearings and tranquil places.
Nature parks cover around 27 percent of Germany and preserve and develop nature and landscape with and for people. The Dübener Heide Nature Park was created on the initiative of the region's inhabitants to put a stop to the ever-expanding lignite mining industry and protect the remaining nature.
500 km of marked trails are waiting to be discovered in the 75,000 hectare nature park area.
Cranes and white-tailed eagles circle over tranquil ponds and gently flowing lakes. The Düben Heath is home to up to 350 different butterfly species and 169 bird species. The nature park is therefore also an oasis for nature lovers and an insider tip for city dwellers.
In addition to the natural beauty, there are also architectural sights to discover. The dreamy Reinharz moated castle, two wonderful spas in Bad Schmiedeberg and Bad Düben, as well as historic mills are just some of the many destinations that enchant visitors.
Opening hours
Current opening hours of the interactive permanent exhibition and special exhibition in the Nature Park House can be found here:
www.naturpark-duebener-heide.de
Current opening hours of the Bad Düben Tourist Information Office can be found here:
www.bad-dueben.de