Neuhausen/Spree: Water, Nature and Village Culture
Accommodation in Neuhausen/Spree
The municipality of Neuhausen/Spree offers a range of ways to spend your holiday: riverside attractions, walking paths, natural areas and a distinctive village history. The experiences described here are spread across different places in the municipality: Klein Döbbern stands out for its riverside attractions, Komptendorf for its church and music festival, and Frauendorf for a park ideal for walks. When planning a holiday apartment or holiday home, a good place to start is to decide what you want to focus on: water and exercise, nature or cultural history.
Dorfkirche und Kriegerdenkmal in Sergen, einem Ortsteil der Gemeinde Neuhausen/Spree.
Photo: Clemensfranz via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Riverside attractions and outdoor activities
Along the banks of the dammed Spree in Klein Döbbern, you’ll find sandy beaches, playgrounds, and swimming and boat jetties. Facilities also include a volleyball court, table tennis tables, bicycle hire, a mini-golf course and an observation tower. Together, these offer different ways to spend a day by the water, with opportunities for sport and exercise. Walks, swimming, volleyball, cycling and fishing are also available in Bagenz. If you’re planning to swim, it’s a good idea to check the current conditions; facilities and amenities may change.
If you’d rather explore on foot or by bike, there are well-maintained paths along the Spree and around the Spremberg Dam. They can be used for hiking and cycling. In Frauendorf, the park at the Teehäuschen grounds is a pleasant place for a walk; it lies between the Mühlengraben and the Spree. These attractions offer a range of experiences, from activities by the riverbank to longer routes and a stroll through the park.
Landscape and nature
The Spremberg Dam and its banks were designated a nature reserve in 2004. The “Kathlow-Sergen pond and meadow landscape” nature reserve is home to ospreys, cranes and kingfishers. These natural features complement the waterside leisure activities with a chance to discover protected landscapes and native bird species.
The municipality thus offers several ways to spend time outdoors: swimming and sports in Klein Döbbern, a range of activities in Bagenz, walks in Frauendorf, and hiking and cycling paths along the Spree and around the dam.
Churches and events
The fieldstone church in Komptendorf is the largest church in the municipality of Neuhausen/Spree. Its distinctive features include a Renaissance gable and a baptismal angel donated in 1698, which descends from the ceiling during baptisms. The church in the centre of Klein Döbbern offers a different perspective on history: its core dates back to the late 13th century. The two churches offer distinct points of interest for exploring the municipality’s architectural history.
Events also bring June into focus. Every two years in June, Komptendorf hosts its traditional International Music Festival, welcoming up to 1,000 musicians from several countries. The Neuhausen/Spree Water Festival is held regularly in June and features the region’s largest international dragon boat race. If you’d like to plan a trip around one of these events, check the dates for the next edition and the current programme in advance.
More ways to enjoy active days
Thunder Horse Ranch offers rides in the surrounding area and riding lessons. Carriage and covered-wagon rides can be booked through the Glatzer family. These activities complement water and cycling with horse riding and carriage rides. If you’d like to make a booking, contact the relevant provider directly to check current availability.
When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Neuhausen/Spree, your preferred type of holiday can help guide your choice. Klein Döbbern offers riverside facilities, play areas and sports opportunities, while Bagenz is known for its range of outdoor activities. The churches in Komptendorf and Klein Döbbern are key points of interest for cultural history, while the park in Frauendorf invites you to go for a walk.
More to explore in the Spree-Neiße destination
The wider Spree-Neiße destination offers a range of other attractions. The East German Rose Garden in Forst (Lausitz) 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 around 60 kilometres and runs mostly along paved river dykes. In the Spreewald, pickled cucumbers in sour, spiced or mustard varieties, linseed oil with quark, yeast pancakes and Spreewald fish are among the local specialities. The Spreewald’s characteristic inland delta landscape is also designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Discover more destinations: Groß Schacksdorf-Simmersdorf, Peitz, Kolkwitz, Spremberg, Schmogrow-Fehrow, Werben, Guben, Drebkau.
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