The municipality of Neuhausen/Spree offers a range of things to explore during a stay: churches in Komptendorf and Klein Döbbern, recurring June events, and leisure activities by the water and in nature. If you are looking for accommodation, you can consider which activities you want to shape your stay.
Churches and June events
The largest church in the municipality of Neuhausen/Spree is in Komptendorf. It has a Renaissance gable and a baptismal angel donated in 1698, which descends from the ceiling during baptisms. The church in the center of Klein Döbbern dates in its core to the late 13th century. The comparison reveals different historical details: a medieval core in one church, a Renaissance gable and baptismal angel in the other.
Events also give the calendar a seasonal focus. The traditional International Music Festival in Komptendorf takes place every two years in June and welcomes up to 1,000 musicians from several nations. The Neuhausen/Spree Water Festival is also held regularly in June. It features the region’s largest international dragon boat race. If you are planning your trip around one of the festivals, it is best to check the date of the next edition and the current program.
The Spree, trails and landscape
On the banks of the impounded Spree in Klein Döbbern, you’ll find sandy beaches, playgrounds, swimming and boat jetties, a volleyball court, table tennis tables, a bicycle rental service, a mini-golf course and an observation tower. The options range from spending time by the water to being active, playing and enjoying the view. Consider which of these options are important for your trip. As facilities may change, it is advisable to check the current range of services before your visit.
Well-maintained hiking trails run along the Spree and around the Spremberg Dam, and can be used for hiking and cycling. In Bagenz, available activities include walks, swimming, volleyball, cycling and fishing. There are several ways to spend your leisure time: the trails can be used for hiking and cycling, while Bagenz offers other activities, from swimming to fishing.
Protected areas also shape the landscape. The Spremberg Dam and its banks were designated a nature reserve in 2004. Ospreys, cranes and kingfishers are native to the “Kathlow-Sergen Pond and Meadow Landscape” nature reserve.
Walks and other activities
In Frauendorf, the park on the Teehäuschengelände, between the Mühlengraben and the Spree, invites you to take a walk. Thunder Horse Ranch offers trail rides in the surrounding area and riding lessons. Carriage and covered wagon rides can be booked with the Glatzer family. The options range from a walk to activities provided by a local operator. Ask the ranch about current booking options; it is also advisable to confirm rides with the respective provider.
A look at the wider destination of Spree-Neiße
The wider destination of Spree-Neiße offers another regional perspective. The Spree Cycle Route crosses the Spree-Neiße region for about 60 kilometers and runs mostly along paved river dikes. The Sorbian Impressions tour offers insights into the life and traditions of the Sorbian/Wendish minority living in the region. The East German Rose Garden in Forst (Lausitz) is a 17-hectare park where visitors can admire tens of thousands of roses in almost 1,000 varieties.
Discover more destinations: Guben, Drebkau, Peitz, Teichland, Werben, Welzow, Döbern, Turnow-Preilack.
See the wider travel overview: Spree-Neiße.
