Schönau-Berzdorf a.d.Eigen has many sides to explore: landscapes, traditional building culture and outdoor activities. Hutberg and the observation tower on Neuberzdorfer Höhe represent nature and panoramic views; protected houses in Schönau-Berzdorf and Kiesdorf shape the townscape. Animal enclosures, an activity farm and the Blue Lagoon add further highlights. Which of these themes interests you most may help determine which activities you choose.
Hutberg and views across the landscape
Hutberg is a basalt cone in Schönau-Berzdorf, about 309 metres high. Its varied vegetation and traces of an old castle site combine natural features with historical evidence. The site also includes a historic triangulation point and an open-air stage. Hutberg thus brings together several distinct aspects: nature, traces of the past and a cultural venue. This gives it a focus of its own alongside activities by the water or with animals.
The observation tower on Neuberzdorfer Höhe offers a different perspective. From there, the view extends across Schönau-Berzdorf, Lake Berzdorf and the surrounding landscape. You can reach the viewpoint on foot, as part of a short hike or by bicycle. If you would like to combine exercise with expansive views, you can plan your visit accordingly. Unlike Hutberg, the main focus here is the panorama.
Townscape and traditional building culture
Protected half-timbered and Umgebinde houses shape the architectural character of Schönau-Berzdorf and Kiesdorf. They represent traditional local building culture and offer a reason to explore the towns themselves, as well as the landscape and leisure activities. Since these houses are part of the townscape in both towns, the theme of building culture extends beyond Schönau-Berzdorf. Those interested in traditional construction methods will find a distinct cultural perspective on the area here.
Animals, activity farm and the Blue Lagoon
At the animal enclosures in Kiesdorf and Schönau-Berzdorf, you can observe native animals up close. A visit can be combined with walks in the surrounding area. Animal watching is therefore one way to complement time outdoors with a walk.
The Lindengut activity farm in Kiesdorf offers a different programme: visitors can take part in llama and alpaca walks, try camel riding and join a guided farm tour. The farm shop also sells products made from alpaca wool. The range of activities therefore extends from animal walks to learning about the farm and its products.
The Blue Lagoon focuses on the water. It has a sandy beach, swimming facilities and a natural shoreline that invites you to walk and relax. You can shape your visit around swimming, a walk along the shore or a peaceful break. This sets it apart from the animal and farm activities, as well as from the viewpoint on Neuberzdorfer Höhe.
Urban culture in Görlitz
If you also include Görlitz in your travel plans, you will find a distinctive urban cultural profile there. Görlitz’s historic old town contains around 4,000 historic buildings and is one of the best-preserved historic ensembles in Central Europe. Untermarkt is the historic heart of the city, surrounded by magnificent town houses from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
The Schönhof is another highlight: it is the main building of the Silesian Museum in Görlitz and is one of the oldest Renaissance buildings north of the Alps. After a city fire, it was rebuilt in the Renaissance style from 1526 onwards. Its architectural history and its present-day role as a museum make Schönhof a distinct cultural attraction in Görlitz.
This makes it easy to distinguish between interests when planning your trip: Schönau-Berzdorf offers landscapes, building culture and outdoor activities, among other things; Görlitz provides a distinct focus on historic urban architecture.
Discover more destinations: Rosenbach, Niesky, Mücka, Bernstadt Auf Dem Eigen, Hähnichen, Reichenbach/Oberlausitz, Bad Muskau, Lawalde.
Go to the main travel overview: Görlitz.
