Peitz combines the history of its fortress with a centuries-old carp-farming tradition. When looking for accommodation, visitors can explore two distinct highlights: historic buildings and a cultural landscape shaped by pond farming. You can plan your stay around your interests, whether you are especially drawn to fortress history, the view from the tower or a longer walk through the landscape.

Fortress history in the townscape

The fortress tower houses a museum with a multimedia exhibition on the former importance of the Peitz fortress. From the approximately 35-metre-high Baroque roof turret, you can enjoy panoramic views over the town and surrounding area. The same building thus brings together the historical context of the fortress and views of the town and its surroundings. The Malzhaus Bastion complements this impression as the only remaining evidence of the former lower fortress that can still be experienced in the townscape.

The Ironworks and Fisheries Museum offers another perspective on Peitz’s history. An exhibition on the construction history of the Peitz ironworks draws on historical sources, maps, sketches and photographs. This adds a perspective on industrial history to the story of the fortress. The exhibition materials offer a different focus from the surviving Malzhaus Bastion or the panoramic view from the fortress tower.

Ponds, carp farming and walking route

Pond farming also shapes Peitz. Peitzer carp have been farmed for centuries in the 1,000-hectare pond area. The Peitz ponds were already being used for carp fishing in 1577/78. The landscape is therefore also a setting for a long history of local land use; carp farming and pond management are part of understanding the area.

The Peitz Carp Tour explores these themes: the circular route is about 25 kilometres long and leads through the historic cultural landscape around Peitz. It introduces the area’s history and focuses on traditional carp farming and pond management. The approximate distance helps you gauge the length of the excursion. Check the route information before setting out so you can plan with the details in mind.

Event dates and regional perspectives

An event date can also be important when planning a trip. The jazzwerkstatt takes place annually in Peitz, but the dates vary. If the event is the reason for your stay, check the dates for the relevant edition before making plans.

The wider Spree-Neiße destination offers further distinct themes. In Forst (Lausitz), the East German Rose Garden is a 17-hectare park where visitors can admire tens of thousands of roses in almost 1,000 varieties. The Spree Cycle Route crosses the Spree-Neiße region for about 60 kilometres and runs mostly along paved river dikes. These examples represent different regional interests: a visit to a botanical park and a longer cycling route.

Other regional themes offer cultural and scenic highlights. The Prince Pückler Route showcases examples of landscape design from Pückler’s time and the present day. The Sorbian Impressions Tour offers insights into the lives and traditions of the Sorbian/Wendish minority living in the region. The culinary specialities of the Spreewald also form part of the wider picture: they include pickled gherkins in sour, spiced or mustard varieties, linseed oil with quark, yeast pancakes and Spreewald fish.

Discover more destinations: Spremberg, Guben, Jänschwalde, Felixsee, Schmogrow-Fehrow, Welzow, Kolkwitz, Döbern

To the wider travel overview: Spree-Neiße.