Fichtwald combines a landscape shaped by meadows and forest with peaceful walks, cycling routes and striking traces of local history. When looking for a holiday apartment, it helps to first decide what matters most to you: would you mainly like to spend time outdoors, go cycling or explore historic places?
Meadows, Forest and Waterways
Fichtwald’s characteristic meadow and forest landscape was formed by glacial meltwater processes after the Ice Age and later shaped by drainage and cultivation. Smaller tributaries in Fichtwald provide a habitat for beavers and nutria. Hillmersdorf lies on the edge of Fichtwald; from the elevations of the Proßmarker Heide, the view stretches far into the distance. Fichtwald is also well suited to peaceful walks for visitors interested in nature.
Cycling Paths and Routes
Cyclists can choose connections with different starting points. Cycling paths connect Hillmersdorf with Stechau and Naundorf. From Naundorf, cycling routes lead via Waidmannsruh, Lebusa and Körba to the Fläming Skate. The route information varies by starting point: the connection from Hillmersdorf lists Stechau and Naundorf as destinations, while the route to the Fläming Skate starts in Naundorf and passes through three named places. Check the current route before setting off, as descriptions may change. The Niederlausitzer Heidelandschaft Nature Park also offers routes where you can discover cultural-historical and landscape features.
Historical Traces in the Villages
The local history also reflects different eras. Hillmersdorf is associated with a smallholder’s farmstead, formerly known as a Hufe. In the church vestibule in Hillmersdorf is a life-size tombstone known as the Stone Knight; it dates from the Thirty Years’ War. The history of the Am Waldesrand inn in Naundorf goes back to a hereditary tavern dating from the 17th century. The inn is associated with regional specialties; if you plan to try them, check in advance what is currently on offer.
The Baroque palace in Stechau was built on the foundations of a Wendish fortification. The palace park covers 7.5 hectares and includes a garden and a lake; it is home to the only surviving expiatory cross in the Schlieben region. The palace itself is not open to visitors because it is privately owned. The park is freely accessible; check the visiting conditions before your trip.
Summer Swimming near Stechau
South of Stechau, a pond in mixed woodland is used for swimming in summer. Swimming conditions and access may change; check both before your visit.
In the Wider Elbe-Elster Destination
The wider Elbe-Elster destination offers a different perspective on industrial history. The Louise briquette factory in Domsdorf began operating in 1882 and is the oldest preserved briquette factory in Europe. Visitors can experience working historic technology there and discover steam engines. The Plessa power station is one of the oldest lignite power stations in Europe and has retained its original structure; visitors can see authentic power station technology from the 1920s there.
Discover more destinations: Finsterwalde, Bad Liebenwerda, Lebusa, Massen-Niederlausitz, Hohenleipisch, Sonnewalde, Schönborn, Wahrenbrück.
Go to the wider travel overview: Elbe-Elster.
