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That's why you should camp in Saxony:

  • Diverse museum landscape in Leipzig and Dresden
  • Hiking tours in the Zittau Mountains and the Ore Mountains
  • Follow in the footsteps of porcelain in Meissen
  • Sample culinary delights such as Saxon egg rolls

Varied nature and exciting cities await camping travellers in Saxony. Those who opt for a nature holiday can look forward to hiking tours in Saxon Switzerland with its fascinating sandstone formations. The Düben Heath Nature Park and Leipzig's New Zealand are also marvellous nature destinations. Baroque Dresden attracts visitors with the Frauenkirche and the Semper Opera House, while in Leipzig you can follow in the footsteps of Johann Sebastian Bach.

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Campingplatz Landidyll
On the outskirts of the tranquil spa town of Bad Lausick in Saxony, the Landidyll campsite is ideal for a break close to nature in a family atmosphere. The child-friendly campsite with a meadow area f… Campsite profile page
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KNAUS Campingpark Leipzig
In the middle of it all and yet quiet: KNAUS Campingpark Leipzig is idyllically located in the green oasis of the Auenwald forest just a few minutes from the city centre. The trade fair metropolis of … Campsite profile page
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Vodatent @ Minicamping MiO
Guests at Vodatent @ Minicamping MiO can look forward to a carefree holiday in the foothills of the Ore Mountains in a family atmosphere. Small campsite with snack garden for gourmets and families T… Campsite profile page

Located in the east of Germany, the Free State of Saxony is ideal for camping with children in the midst of picturesque nature parks. For example, you can discover the rocky peaks of Saxon Switzerland and the Ore Mountains with your family. In addition to camping in the mountains, camping by the river is also possible in Saxony. Popular destinations in this case are the Elbe and the Spree.

Special features of camping in Saxony

Saxony offers a wide selection of natural regions, high-quality campsites and towns and cities of cultural and historical interest for camping. For example, many holidaymakers combine a motorhome trip to Dresden with excursions to Saxon Switzerland. Saxony's campsites can be found here in the lush green meadows of the Elbe and on the outskirts of the metropolis. In Dresden's city centre, landmarks such as the Frauenkirche, the Semper Opera House and the Royal Palace are well worth seeing.

If you follow the Elbe southwards, you will soon reach the Elbe Sandstone Mountains with majestic natural rock formations such as the Bastei. The Ore Mountains on the border with the Czech Republic also offer good opportunities for camping holidays in Saxony. Idyllic mining villages, craft workshops and wooded ridges await visitors between Aue and Altenberg.

How to get here

The A4 motorway, one of the most important motorways in Germany, leads straight to Saxony from the west. The road connects Aachen with Görlitz on the Polish border. Those travelling from the Rhineland and Hesse, for example, can use the motorway to get here. The journey from Cologne is around 500 kilometres, from Frankfurt 450 kilometres. On the way, it is worth making a stopover in Eisenach with its famous Wartburg Castle and in Weimar, the capital of German Classicism.

If you are travelling from Bavaria or Berlin, you can use the A9 north-south motorway. This can also be reached from northern Germany via the A2 motorway and from the south-west via the A6 motorway. Leipzig, Saxony's largest metropolitan region, is located directly on the route and boasts a varied cultural scene and many historical sights. The Hermsdorfer Kreuz junction in Thuringia also provides access to the A4 motorway to the east. Around 450 km separate holidaymakers in Munich and around 200 km in Berlin from their destination. Hamburg is around 400 kilometres from Leipzig.

Destinations in Saxony

There are numerous worthwhile natural regions for camping in Saxony, such as Saxon Switzerland, the Ore Mountains and the Vogtland. Many people are also drawn to Lusatia, the Elbland and Leipzig.

Get to know Sorbian traditions in Upper Lusatia

Far to the east of Saxony, Sorbian culture provides plenty of variety. The Slavic people have their own customs, which are particularly evident during Easter. Easter rides and the artful decorating of eggs are a standard part of spring between Bautzen and the Lusatian ponds. Hiking fans get their money's worth in the Oberland region around Zittau.

Forays through Saxon Switzerland

The Saxon Switzerland National Park is one of the highlights of a camping holiday in eastern Germany. Along the banks of the Elbe, beautiful rocky peaks are crowned by historic castles and lookout points. Well-known sights include the Bastei and Königstein Fortress. Pure relaxation is the order of the day in the spa town of Bad Schandau.

Insider tip Vogtland in the south-west

In the quadrangle of Saxony, Thuringia, Bavaria and the Czech Republic, the Vogtland is a real insider tip for all nature lovers. Mighty mountain peaks such as the 974 metre-high Schneehübel rise in the foothills of the Ore Mountains. You can find out more about the specific culture of the region at the Vogtland Museum in Plauen.

Top 5 sights

  • Frauenkirche Dresden: The imposing building was rebuilt by 2005 and fascinates with its pompous dome made of new and historic stones.
  • Leipzig Market Square: Leipzig Market Square is home to many sights such as St Thomas' Church, the Old Town Hall, Auerbach's Cellar and the Barefoot Lane.
  • Fichtelberg: Close to the winter sports and hiking resort of Oberwiesenthal, the 1,214 metre high Fichtelberg offers fantastic views over the Ore Mountains.
  • Prince Pückler Park: The English-style agricultural park in Bad Muskau on the Polish border has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Görlitz Old Town: More than 4,000 architectural monuments from late Gothic to Art Nouveau are concentrated in the centre of Görlitz.

Top 2 insider tips

  • Torgau: Not far from Leipzig, the small town of Torgau is a real insider tip. In the centre, holidaymakers can admire Hartenfels Castle directly on the banks of the Elbe. Behind the massive medieval walls, the castle chapel with its ribbed vault is one of the absolute highlights. The Renaissance complex also houses a wing for temporary art exhibitions.
  • Lignite mining area between Hoyerswerda and Weißwasser: quarry ponds and bizarre lunar landscapes await visitors in the former open-cast mines. The region is particularly popular with cyclists and motocross riders. The former energy factory in Knappenrode near Hoyerswerda is an impressive industrial monument that can be visited.

Activities and excursions

The possible activities around the campsites in Saxony range from motorcross and quad biking to hiking in the mountains, rock climbing and cycling tours along the Elbe.

Cycling tours along the Elbe

Leisure-oriented travellers enjoy cycling along the Elbe from Bad Schandau in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains via the royal cities of Dresden and Meissen to Torgau in the north-west of the state. Well-maintained paths guarantee unforgettable experiences and impressions.

Hiking in the Ore Mountains

More than 5,000 km of trails invite holidaymakers to go hiking in the Ore Mountains. You can easily follow the famous ridge trail along the border with Bohemia or climb up hills such as the Fichtelberg near Oberwiesenthal. At lower altitudes, thermal springs, visitor mines and castles such as the Scharfenstein complex await day trippers in the Zschopau valley.

Climbing tours in Saxon Switzerland

Professionals and beginners alike get their money's worth in Saxon Switzerland on rocks such as the Brosinnadel and the Affensteinen. The most beautiful climbing areas include the Bielatal valley, the area around Pfaffenstein and Rathen, not far from the Bastei.

Events

From folk festivals and Dixieland jazz to the Wave-Gotik-Treffen in Leipzig, there is an event to suit every taste.

May - June

  • Dixieland Dresden: In May, "Elbflorenz" is transformed into New Orleans on the Elbe. Jazz musicians from all over the world parade through the city centre.
  • Wave-Gotik-Treffen: The WGT is the biggest festival of the black scene in Europe. It takes place every year on the Whitsun weekend in Leipzig.
  • Annaberger Kät: Two weeks after Whitsun, the largest folk festival in the Ore Mountains ensures a great atmosphere. You can buy arts and crafts at the stalls in Annaberg-Buchholz.

July

  • Viathea: The street theatre festival has been bringing international performers to Görlitz since the 1990s. The show includes acrobatics and artistry, colourful parades, puppet theatre and dance. Parallel events are organised in the Polish sister city of Zgorelec.

December

  • Striezelmarkt: At the famous Christmas market in front of Dresden's Kreuzkirche church, the smell of stollen, plum potato and Pulsnitz gingerbread fills the air. You can stroll, feast and shop here from the end of November until 24 December.

Gastronomy

Saxon cuisine is predominantly savoury and is based on potatoes in almost all regions. In the far east, in Upper Lusatia and in Görlitz with its Silesian flavour, for example, the tuber is made into mash and topped with beef, broth and sauerkraut. In addition to this so-called Teichelmauke, East Saxony is also known for Sorbian specialities such as beef roulades and trout from the surrounding pond landscapes.

In the Dresden area, desserts are very popular alongside beer meat and sauerbraten. During the Christmas season, Dresden Stollen and Eierschecke are sold at the markets. If you are travelling to Leipzig, you should try all sorts of vegetables cooked in crab butter. In the Ore Mountains, potato pancakes and buttermilk pancakes are very popular.

Best time to travel

A camping holiday in Saxony is mainly possible between the end of April and October. This is when it is comparatively warm and dry in the Free State. Spring is characterised by mild sunshine that warms the earth to between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius.

In June, July and August, the thermometer shows maximum average temperatures of around 25 degrees Celsius. At midday, temperatures can reach even higher levels. September and October are also popular with hikers. With temperatures between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius, you can admire the enchanting foliage colouring from the Ore Mountains to Upper Lusatia on excursions.

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