Discover Neudorf in the Ore Mountains

Neudorf combines the landscape of the Ore Mountains with unusual discoveries: the village stretches along the Sehma River at an altitude of 600 to 800 metres and is one of the highest Waldhufendorf settlements in the Ore Mountains. The largest contiguous woodland area in the Ore Mountains surrounds the village and is crossed by hiking trails and forest roads. Anyone looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home for varied days will find a destination here where nature, regional culture and special experiences can be combined with different travel plans.

Landscape and paths around Neudorf

Neudorf offers several starting points for active holidays. The village is considered an ideal base for hiking, cycling and skiing tours into the Fichtelberg and nature park area. The Bimmelbahn Adventure Trail runs parallel to the Fichtelberg Railway and passes through Neudorf. Another option is the circular hike “To the Roof of Saxony”, which starts and ends at a car park opposite the church in Sehmatal-Neudorf. This information is particularly useful when choosing your accommodation if you want to structure your trip around your preferred activities.

The railway is also part of the village’s character and excursion planning. On its route from Cranzahl to the spa town of Oberwiesenthal, the Fichtelberg Railway stops at Neudorf station. This means the narrow-gauge railway can be included as an independent part of a stay in the Ore Mountains. For families, alternating between a hike, a train ride and a cultural discovery can add variety to the day without having to commit to just one type of experience.

Village church, Soup Museum and regional specialities

The village church in Neudorf was built in 1599. Neudorf Church also contains a Crucifixion group by Peter Breuer dating from 1567, which is considered the church’s oldest and most valuable work of art. This gives the village a specific cultural point of interest for anyone wishing to include historic buildings and sacred art in their travel plans.

The Soup Museum reveals a completely different side of Neudorf. It is Germany’s only Soup Museum and is also home to the tourist information office in the Neudorf district. There you can receive advice and assistance arranging excursions, information about leisure activities, tourist information and maps, souvenirs, as well as tickets for certain events. The tourist information office provides comprehensive tourist advice throughout your stay.

At “Zum Weihrichkarzl”, you can make your own “Weihrichkarzle” by prior registration. The dough can be refined with a fragrance of your choice. There is also a short guided tour of the demonstration workshop, offering a brief insight into tin pressing. Such activities give accommodation in Neudorf a special thematic addition: alongside forest paths and mountain landscapes, visitors can also choose an experience shaped by traditional craftsmanship.

Seasonal experiences and short breaks

Neudorf also showcases its regional character through events. On the Saturdays of Advent, tower brass music takes place in front of Neudorf Church at 6 p.m. In October, Neudorf celebrates the “Kirmes im Suppenland” fair, including the election of a Soup King or Soup Queen and the competition to become champion of the soup-pot pulling contest. In December, the traditional “Lichtlohmd” Christmas event takes place in the Neudorf district.

For a short outdoor activity, there is a Kneipp footbath on Wiesenweg in the Neudorf district. It can be combined with a walk and adds a small wellness break to longer hiking or excursion days. When planning your trip, consider whether you primarily want to combine paths and nature, cultural impressions, seasonal events or several of these focuses. You can then choose a suitable holiday apartment in Neudorf more selectively.

Other places for your travel planning

If you would like to include other places in your travel plans in addition to Neudorf, you can also take a closer look at Sehma and Cranzahl. With its location on the Sehma, the Ore Mountain forest, the Fichtelberg Railway and its regional traditions, Neudorf itself provides an independent basis for eventful holiday days.

To the main travel overview: Sehmatal.