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Hiking · Saxony, Dresden

Dresdner Heide Loop

  • Difficultyeasy
  • DistanceAbout 8 km loop
  • Duration2.5 hours
  • ElevationGently rolling
  • TransportTram 11 to Bühlau, then a short walk

The Dresdner Heide is a large forest north of the Neustadt with signed paths past ponds, a former hunting lodge and the Prießnitz stream. The route is quiet and suits families.

The Dresdner Heide is a large forest north of the Neustadt with signed paths past ponds, a former hunting lodge and the Prießnitz stream. The route is quiet and suits families.

Practical information for Dresdner Heide Loop · Last updated September 2026
Distance About 8 km loop
Duration 2.5 hours
Difficulty easy
Trailhead Tram 11 to Bühlau, then a short walk
Best season April-October
Address Fischhausstraße 14, 01099 Dresden

Trail facts

Trail area
Dresdner Heide, northern Dresden

What to bring

Walking shoes, insect repellent

Location

Fischhausstraße 14, 01099 Dresden

51.0912, 13.8045 View on map

Highlights

  • Forest ponds
  • Prießnitz stream valley
  • Marked circular paths

Tips for visiting

  • Wear long trousers for ticks.
  • Pick up a map at the Heidemühle.

When to visit

April-October

Accessibility

Mostly level forest tracks.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Dresdner Heide trail start?

From the Bautzner Straße / Waldschlösschen tram stop or at Radeberg Heide.

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