--- title: "Useful travel tips for preparation ♥ Mulde Cycle Route" url: "https://www.mulderadweg.de/en/plan/travel-tips" description: "Plan your tour along the Mulde Cycle Route with ease: practical tips on signposting, navigation, getting there, taking your bike and ferries along the route ► Find out more now!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Mulderadweg > PLAN > Travel tips" --- Travel tips =========== - - - Radfahren auf dem Mulderadweg im Vogtland **Being well prepared simply makes travelling more relaxing:** Here you will find valuable travel tips for planning your tour along the Mulde Cycle Route. Find out how the route is **signposted**, how to navigate along the way with **outdooractive** or **komoot**, and where to find the right **GPX data**. You will also find practical advice here for your **journey there and back** – from **railway stations** along the route and **taking bicycles on local public transport** to **getting to the two source locations** in Schöneck and Moldava. This way, your journey can begin **relaxed** and you can focus entirely on what matters: beautiful landscapes, little discoveries and plenty of cycling enjoyment. Navigation ---------- ### Signposting on the Mulde Cycle Route Beschilderung Richtung Aue auf dem Mulderadweg The **Mulde Cycle Route** is signposted in **both directions**, allowing you to explore it flexibly from the source locations to the mouth – or the other way round. The **green-and-white main signs** of the cycling network provide orientation and offer information about the next long-distance and local destination at key junctions. They also display the **official route pictogram** of the Mulde Cycle Route: a **green castle on a white background.** This pictogram also points the way as a small intermediate sign along the route. It reliably shows you that you are on the right route. At selected locations, **information boards** about the Mulde Cycle Route complement the signage. They provide information about the route, sights and special features of the region you are currently in, and encourage you to take a break along the way. Routenpiktogramm Mulderadweg - Radfahren an der Mulde The signage was installed as part of the **“SachsenNetz Rad” umbrella brand**, which has created a tourist cycling network with standardised signage throughout the state. In the Vogtland region, signage is currently still incomplete on some sections; signage in line with the SachsenNetz Rad standard is expected to be provided there from **2027**. Together with the **municipalities** along the Mulde Cycle Route, we are continuously working to make the signage as consistent and easy to understand as possible. However, differing responsibilities may result in regional differences – for example, in the age, density, condition, or amount of information provided by signposts and information boards. Is a sign missing, overgrown, turned around, or unclear? We would be delighted to receive a report via our . This way, you can help make the Mulde Cycle Route even better and safer for all cycling travellers. - Mock-up Flyer und Übersichtskarte Mulderadweg ### Flyer & overview map with stamp pass and discount campaign The **flyer** provides a brief and clear overview of the **route of the Mulde Cycle Route** along the three branches of the Mulde and also includes a **stamp pass** for collecting stamps and redeeming benefits. The **overview map** in A3 format provides guidance along the entire **route** of the Mulde Cycle Route and the many **interesting POIs** that invite you to stop during your cycling trip. The reverse side also contains **information about the** **five tourism regions** through which the Mulde Cycle Route passes, as well as all **information points and tourist information centres** along the route. - ### Travel smoothly  with outdooractive & komoot Navigation über das Smart-Phone am Mulderadweg With the outdoor platforms **outdooractive** and **komoot**, you always have the Mulde Cycle Route with you – on your **smartphone** or a GPS-enabled **bike computer**. Both apps help you plan your cycling trip, find the right stage, and **navigate reliably while on the road**. On **our channels**, you will find the **official routes of the Mulde Cycle Route**, divided into the individual sections along the Zwickauer, Freiberger, and Vereinigte Mulde rivers. The tours provide all the important information at a glance: **route length, elevation profile, surface conditions, stage destinations**, and **places of interest** along the route. The tours can be opened directly in the relevant app, saved, and used for navigation – in some cases also offline, depending on the app option selected. #### Here you can find all routes with GPX data - All route data on - All individual stages in one Collection on - komoot and enjoy the benefits - All route data in one collection on - Download and enjoy the benefits ### Maps & literature for the Mulde Cycle Route If you prefer to navigate using a printed cycle route map, various publishers also offer cycling guidebooks and cycling maps for the Mulde Cycle Route. - Getting here ------------ ### Getting to and from the Mulde Cycle Route  Hauptbahnhof Leipzig - Verkehr in Leipzig Whether it is a relaxing day trip, a single stage, or a multi-day cycling tour: good **journey planning** makes the start on the Mulde Cycle Route particularly pleasant. In principle, you can start your tour in any town along the route. Many places offer **connections to buses and trains** – ideal if you want to shorten a stage, return to your starting point, or plan your cycling tour flexibly. Below, we explain the best way to get **to the two source towns** in Schöneck (Vogtland) and Moldava (Czech Republic) if you would like to start the tour at the source. We also provide tips on travelling to or from the route by **public transport** and on **taking your bicycle with you**. - To the source locations by public transport If you want to cycle the Mulde Cycle Route from its source to its mouth, you can start either at the source of the Zwickauer Mulde in Schöneck/Vogtland or at the source of the Freiberger Mulde in Moldava, Czechia, in the Bohemian Ore Mountains. For a start at the **headstream** **of** **the Rote Mulde in Schöneck/Vogtland**, **Schöneck/Vogtland railway station** is the best choice. From here, the source of the Rote Mulde (Mulde spring) at the **Meilerhütte** can be reached after a short walk of just under 1 km. Schöneck is served by the **Vogtlandbahn**, making it well suited for travel from Zwickau or Plauen. In contrast, there is no direct rail connection from Germany to the **source of the Freiberger Mulde near** **Moldava**. We recommend taking the **RB 83 to Holzhau** – the line connects Freiberg and Holzhau. From there, continue **by bicycle across the border** to Moldava and then on to the source. Depending on the route chosen, it is around **10 to 12 kilometers**, mostly uphill. The final few meters to the source are covered **on foot**. If you do not necessarily want to start at the source, you can also easily begin your tour here in Holzhau. - Railway stations along the Mulde Cycle Route There are always ways to join or leave the Mulde Cycle Route by public transport while you are on the move. Particularly good rail connections are available in **Zwickau, Glauchau, Freiberg, Döbeln, Leisnig, Grimma, Wurzen, Eilenburg, Bitterfeld and Dessau**, among other places. In many smaller towns, railway stations or bus stops are also conveniently located close to the route. You can also find an **overview of all major railway stations** along the Mulde Cycle Route on our . The stations are marked with a blue train symbol – useful for planning stages and for spontaneous changes while you are on the move. - Taking bicycles on local public transport Regulations on taking bicycles vary depending on the transport network, mode of transport and ticket. Along large sections of the Mulderadweg, you will be travelling in the transport networks **Vogtland (VVV)**, **Central Saxony (VMS)** and **Central Germany (MDV)**. - **Vogtland and VMS:** On many buses and local trains, bicycles can be taken **free of charge with a valid network ticket** – provided there is sufficient space. Bicycles are generally transported free of charge on Vogtlandbahn trains. - **MDV:** Taking bicycles on local trains within the MDV area is **free of charge**. Different regulations may apply on buses and trams. - **Deutschlandticket:** A bicycle is not automatically included with the Deutschlandticket. Bicycle transport is included in the MDV area; in the VMS, you need the additional “VMS-DeutschlandTicket**+**” ticket. An additional bicycle ticket may also be required for journeys across transport network boundaries. - **E-bikes:** Standard pedelecs (up to 25 km/h) are permitted; cargo bikes, tricycles and vehicles with combustion engines are excluded in many areas. **Please check** the current conditions of the relevant transport company before setting off. Especially at weekends, during holiday periods or when travelling in groups, the number of bicycle spaces may be limited. Pushchairs and wheelchairs generally have priority; therefore, bicycles cannot be guaranteed to be carried. Deutsche Bahn also offers a **service hotline** for taking bicycles: . - Overview map of the Saxony route network View the overview map of the - Getting here by car The Mulde Cycle Route is also easily accessible by car. For information on **parking options**, it is best to contact the relevant **tourist information office or your booked accommodation** (for multi-day trips) at your place of arrival or departure. As the Mulde Cycle Route is a point-to-point route rather than a circular route, you should **plan your return journey from the outset**: for example, by cycling back along the same route, by train or bus, or by leaving a second vehicle at the destination. For day trips, places with a railway station or good bus connections are particularly suitable – making it easy to **organise your return journey by local public transport**. Ferries ------- ### Take the ferry to the other bank Personenfähre in Gruna - Ausflüge in der Region Leipzig Ferry crossings are among the special experiences along the Mulde Cycle Route. At **three points along the United Mulde**, small **passenger ferries** will take you and your bicycle safely to the other bank – at a leisurely pace and with lovely views of the Mulde and its floodplain landscape. The ferries are important connections along the route, but their operation depends on **the season, weather, water levels and technical conditions**. So allow some extra time and check with the respective operators for **current timetables, prices** and the general current operating status before your tour. - Nimbschen–Höfgen cable ferry near Grimma Between **Nimbschen Monastery and the “Village of the Senses” in Höfgen**, a historic, hand-operated **cable ferry** crosses the Mulde. The ferry is **called by bell** – a small, authentic experience for cyclists and hikers. It is operated by **Muldeschifffahrt Grimma**. During the season, the ferry generally operates from late March or Easter until the end of October; it usually runs from 11 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday, and until 7 pm at weekends and on public holidays. There is a charge for the crossing. () When the ferry is not operating, the Mulde can also be crossed via the **bridges in Grimma**. However, this requires a small detour. If you wish, you can also use Muldeschifffahrt’s excursion boats between Grimma, Nimbschen and Höfgen – depending on the service offered, bicycles can be taken on board too. - Dehnitz–Schmölen ferry near Wurzen Between **Dehnitz** and **Schmölen**, a **motor ferry** crosses the Mulde. It is operated by the **Fährhaus Dehnitz**, also known as the “Zur Fähre” inn. The ferry carries pedestrians and bicycles and is also a lovely opportunity to take a break right by the river. The **ferry service** is based on the inn’s opening hours; it is open **seasonally**. A **fee** is charged for the crossing – current prices and operating times are available directly from Fährhaus Dehnitz. () If the ferry is not operating, an **alternative route via the Mulde Bridge** in **Wurzen** is available. The detour is considerably longer and partly follows or runs alongside busier roads. It is therefore worth checking the ferry times in advance. - Gruna–Hohenprießnitz cable ferry Between **Gruna** and **Hohenprießnitz** near Bad Düben, a **cable ferry** connects the two banks of the Mulde. It provides a direct link for cyclists and hikers on the Mulde Cycle Route and into the Dübener Heide. The ferry is operated by the **Fährhaus Gruna**, while the municipality of Laußig owns it. Up to twelve people can cross together – with or without bicycles. During the **main season**, the ferry generally operates daily from **10 a.m. to 6 p.m.**; outside the season, crossings may be available on weekends, public holidays, or by arrangement. The crossing is **subject to a fee**: Adults currently pay €1.50, children up to the age of twelve €0.50, and bicycles also €1.50. () If the ferry is not operating, it is possible to cross via the **next bridge over the Mulde in** **Bad Düben**. However, this requires a detour of around 17 kilometers.