Cycling in the Ore Mountains

For years, there have been various tourism partnerships, making varied and enjoyable holidays in the Czech Republic possible across the border in every season. In addition to winter sports, climbers and cycling tourists are drawn to both sides of the Ore Mountains in summer. Interestingly, on the German side, several incoming travel agencies and independent service providers have studied the Ore Mountains and can now describe a number of fascinating routes.

When planning a holiday, it makes no difference whether you stay on the German side or choose a holiday apartment in Bohemia. The cycling routes are generally described in two languages. There are currently said to be around 15 cycling routes actively promoting cross-border cycling tourism between the Czech Republic and Germany. The total of 500 km is divided into three categories, much like ski runs. Depending on your fitness level, you can find a route description that suits you. All cycling routes in the Czech border region of Central Bohemia and Saxony pass through impressive valleys, showcase wonderful panoramic landscapes and provide an excellent basis for an active holiday or even a hiking holiday in the Czech Republic. Alongside large and small rivers, it is the massifs of the Ore Mountains that evoke an indescribable sense of mystery and fascination. The cycling tours are ideal for nature lovers visiting the Czech Republic, active holidaymakers and families with children. Family holidays by bike in the Czech Republic are a summer highlight, thanks to specially designed family routes. Mountain bikers, too, will find tips and advice in the 15 cycling routes that cross the border region between Central Bohemia and Saxony.

Descriptions of the cycling routes in German and Czech are generally available from the German Cyclists’ Federation (ADFC) and from numerous local tourist information offices on both the Saxon side in Germany and the Bohemian side in the Czech Republic.