Camping in Saxony: Dresden, Leipzig & the Ore Mountains – Holiday tips

Camping in Saxony – an active vacation?
The federal state of Saxony is one of the most popular regions for camping.
In the mountains of the federal state and the river landscape, there is so much to experience for families, couples and singles with camping equipment such as a roof tent or tent trailer.
Saxony’s cities are also very popular.
You can find travel tips for places like Dresden and Leipzig and the beautiful Ore Mountains here.

Saxony: Rivers & Mountains in the East

The rivers meander through the hilly to mountainous landscape in Saxony.
You can go hiking in one of the numerous mountain ranges.
Here you can explore the forest landscapes or visit one of the 820 castles and palaces.
In addition to these, Saxony’s cities, such as Dresden and Leipzig, are also known for their cultural highlights.
However, if you’re a true camper and prefer the great outdoors, you can find more tips here.

Saxony on the map: River landscape along the Elbe

The Free State of Saxony is located in the east of Germany.
The state borders Poland and the Czech Republic.
The neighboring federal states are: Thuringia, Saxony-Anhalt, Brandenburg and Bavaria.
The Elbe actually flows from northern Germany down to Saxony.
As a result, the federal state has a distinctive river landscape.
Here is Saxony on the map:

Dresden: art, culture & nature

We start with the state capital of Dresden.
It is known for its baroque buildings, a distinctive museum landscape and classical architecture.
In addition to a reconstructed old town, renowned art museums and the Dresden Zwinger as the city’s landmark, Dresden offers beautiful parks, natural spectacles and a colorful city center.
This means that both nature-loving campers and adventurous city explorers get their money’s worth.
What you should experience in Dresden:

• Baroque buildings, museums & classical architecture
• Reconstructed Old Town & Dresden Zwinger
• Parks, natural spectacles & colorful city center

Here you will find everything you need to know:

• Camping in Dresden

You can find Dresden on the map close to the Czech border:

Fancy a trip into the city?
Dresden is so beautiful!

From the city to the mountains: Ore Mountains

Prefer some mountains for a change?
You’ll find them in the Ore Mountains, a family-friendly mountain range in Saxony.
Hiking on the Fichtelberg in spring, swimming in summer, a bike tour along the Cranzahl dam in fall or winter sports in – well – winter, you can experience it all in the exciting Ore Mountains.
No matter what time of year, you shouldn’t miss out on the low mountain range in Germany and the Czech Republic.
This is what you can experience in the Ore Mountains:

• Hiking on the Fichtelberg in spring
• Swimming & cycling tours at the Cranzahl dam
• Winter sports facilities

You can find our top tips for the Ore Mountains here:

• Camping in the Ore Mountains

To help you plan your vacation, you can find the Ore Mountains on the map here:

Vast hilly landscapes – this view awaits you in the Ore Mountains:

Leipzig: Zoo, Museum & View

Leipzig is one of the most popular vacation destinations in eastern Germany.
The city attracts thousands of domestic and international tourists every year with its unusual architecture, charming city center, high cultural offering, green spaces and campsites.
A city trip to the Saxon city is worthwhile for the whole family.
Here you can quickly see what Leipzig can offer you as a travel destination:

• Unusual architecture & charming city center
• Rich cultural offering & green spaces

Here we show you which sights and places you should definitely visit on a camping vacation in Leipzig and what else the city has to offer:

• Camping in Leipzig

Leipzig lies northwest of Dresden:

Hike by the lake – Saxony offers views like this:

A picture says more than 1000 words: Saxony in pictures

Here are a few more photos from beautiful Saxony.

River landscape to dream of: Elbe in Saxony

With a length of over 1,000 kilometers, the Elbe is one of the longest rivers in Central Europe and also flows through Saxony.
In Saxony, the Elbe landscape is characterized by beautiful floodplains, rolling hills and picturesque villages.
The landscape is therefore a popular destination for nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts.
For example, there are numerous hiking and cycling trails along the Elbe where you can explore nature and the landscape.
Fishing is also possible and popular on the Elbe in Saxony.
The Elbe in Saxony is a popular area for water sports enthusiasts of all kinds. Canoeing is particularly popular as it is a great way to explore the landscape from the river.
There are many providers offering canoe tours on the Elbe and it is possible to go on day trips as well as tours lasting several days.
Boat tours are also very popular.
There are various providers offering boat tours on the Elbe.
Steamboat trips, which have been offered along the Elbe for many years, are particularly popular.
This is what the Saxon Elbe landscape has to offer:

• Beautiful floodplains, hills & villages
• Popular with nature experiences & water sports
• Hiking, cycling & fishing is possible
• Canoe or boat tours (day trips & longer)
• Particularly popular with campers: steamboat trips

Rocks like in a fairy tale: Saxon Switzerland

Saxony offers many mountain regions.
One of these is “Saxon Switzerland” with its impressive rock formations.
Saxon Switzerland is a mountainous region in the east of Saxony and is one of the most famous and popular tourist attractions in the state.
The region offers a breathtaking landscape with impressive rock formations that attracts hikers, climbers and nature lovers from all over the world.
The region is known for its impressive rock formations and table mountains, many of which offer unique views of the surrounding landscape.
One example of this is the Bastei, a rock with a lookout point that offers spectacular views of the Elbe Valley.
Saxon Switzerland also offers numerous hiking trails of varying difficulty and length.
The region is also a popular destination for climbers and offers many crags with varying degrees of difficulty.
Here’s a quick overview:

• Saxon Switzerland: Mountain region in the east of Saxony
• Landscape: impressive rock formations & table mountains
• Particularly popular: the Bastei (famous viewpoint)
• Hiking: (various levels of difficulty & lengths)
• Climbing: many rocks (different levels of difficulty)

Hiking, canoeing and cycling: active in Saxony

Saxony is considered a good place for active vacations and special experiences.
Water sports enthusiasts will find many opportunities for canoeing, rafting, sailing and stand-up paddling in Saxony.
The rivers Elbe, Spree and Mulde also flow through beautiful landscapes and historic towns.
Another activity is hiking.
With around 17,000 kilometers of hiking trails, Saxony offers an impressive landscape with picturesque valleys, spectacular cliffs, crystal-clear rivers and lakes as well as forests and meadows that are perfect for hiking.
In addition to hiking, there are also many opportunities for cycling and mountain biking in Saxony.
The Elbe Valley and the Ore Mountains are popular destinations for cyclists.
There are many designated cycle paths, ranging from easy routes to challenging tours.
Mountain bikers will also find a variety of routes in Saxony, from easy paths to challenging trails.
Here you will find everything you need for an exciting active vacation at a glance:

• Water sports enthusiasts: many opportunities for canoeing, rafting, sailing & stand-up paddling
• 17,000 kilometers of hiking trails, opportunities for cycling tours & mountain biking

Saxony at its best: camping with a roof tent

Camping with a rooftop tent is a great way for you and your family to experience Saxony’s breathtaking nature up close and have unforgettable adventures.
With a rooftop tent, you are flexible and can camp anytime and anywhere without having to look for accommodation.
You’ve already got to know the beautiful landscape of Saxony.
Camping with a rooftop tent allows you to experience nature up close and fully enjoy your surroundings.
Camping with a roof tent is also a great way to spend time with the family.
You can cook, hike and enjoy nature together.
It’s a great way to have adventures and create memories.
Likewise, camping with a rooftop tent is usually less expensive than traditional accommodation.
You save the cost of a hotel room or vacation rental and can spend your money on other activities.
These are the advantages of camping with a roof tent in Saxony:

• Great opportunity to experience Saxony’s nature up close
• Flexible & you can change your sleeping place at any time
• No need to search for accommodation
• Enjoy nature to the full and explore your surroundings
• Great opportunity to spend time with the family
• Cheaper than some other accommodations

Tip!
You can view such a roof tent here in the store: 👉 Adventure roof tent

Day trip, short trip & co. – More travel tips

The neighboring state of Bavaria is ideal for excursions and trips from Saxony.
Here you will find suggestions and recommendations for your vacation in Bavaria and other tips for the whole of Germany.

Bavaria: top vacation regions, beautiful lakes & city trips

Alongside the North Sea and Baltic Sea, the south of Germany is the most popular vacation destination for German and foreign holidaymakers.
First and foremost: Germany’s largest federal state in terms of area, Bavaria.
In addition to beautiful landscapes, fantastic views and the typical Bavarian charm, the state offers many interesting cities, such as Munich and Nuremberg, as well as a variety of lakes, such as Lake Constance and Lake Hopfensee, where you can relax, hike and enjoy nature.

• Camping in Bavaria

Top destinations for camping in Germany

Saxony is a beautiful vacation destination, but a visit to another federal state is also worthwhile, especially for a day trip.
Want to see even more of Germany?
Then you can find even more tips for an eventful vacation here.

• Camping in Germany