Gherkin Cycle Path

Welcome to Cottbus, the “green city.” Highlights include the world-famous Branitz Landscape Park, designed by Prince Hermann von Pückler-Muskau, the scenic Spreeauen Park, and the city’s charming zoo.

Today’s stage takes you to Lübbenau, where you can discover a charming old town. On the way, a stop in Vetschau is worthwhile to visit the White Stork Center. In Lehde, a protected Spreewald village, Germany’s one-of-a-kind Gherkin Museum offers fascinating insights into the region’s gherkin-growing traditions. Also worth a visit is the Lehde Open-Air Museum, which brings to life everyday Spreewald culture of the 19th century. Continue cycling to Lübbenau, where the picturesque old town awaits.

Follow the Gherkin Cycle Path from Lübbenau to Lübben, then into the western Lower Spreewald. A scenic loop through Golßen brings you back to Lübben, your destination for the day. In Golßen, a stop at the Spreewaldhof Gherkin Factory Farm Shop is highly recommended.

Enjoy a loop tour through the Lower Spreewald, immersing yourself in nature and active relaxation. From Lubolz, northwest of Lübben, the route takes you to Krausnick with its historic Kreuzkirche. Nearby, the Wehlaberg, at 144 meters (472 feet), is the highest point of the Krausnicker Mountains. From the wooden observation tower, take in sweeping panoramic views over the Spreewald. Passing Köthener See and cycling through Groß Wasserburg, you’ll continue past several pond groups before returning to Lübben.

Conclude your cycling tour by exploring the picturesque village of Burg. Established as a scattered settlement in the 6th century, it is the largest village in Germany by area. Treat yourself to a local specialty “quark–linseed oil ice cream” or “gherkin ice cream,” which we’re delighted to invite you to try in Burg.

On this stage, you cycle back to Cottbus through the Peitz Pond Landscape. Covering around 1,000 hectares (2,470 acres), this pond-rich region is home to numerous wildlife and plant species, some of which are endangered.