The BLOCKLINE will be opening in early 2021 - the bike adventure for the whole family.
Open space, discovery, the outdoors, nature: where are you?
An ideal weekend
Everyone can ride the BLOCKLINE - either all 140 km at once or in three loops of 53, 52 and 66 km. Twelve hotels and guesthouses await you and are fully prepared for adventure bikers.
Take a break from civilization
Stunning views, narrow valleys, dark forests, streams and lakes: The BLOCKLINE runs in short stages through ever changing scenery. Ideal terrain for explorers - whether on an e-bike or a classic MTB.
Always new
The home of the Lynx. And the red kite, and the red deer and many other rare animal and plant species. Discover them along the BLOCKLINE, solve lots of riddles and explore the landscape on your bike.
See everything
The BLOCKLINE is for explorers like you - with the adventure guide from the starter pack, you'll discover hidden gems along the route, hear about exciting stories and background information, and be able to find your way around perfectly.
News from the Blockline
Current situation
The impact of Covid on tourism is difficult to predict for all of us.
But one thing is certain: The BLOCKLINE is already waiting for you with full signposting. We are ready for you to experience the BLOCKLINE now.
Let's go, local families and visitors, give it a try: You can check out the loops here and plan your adventure here.
Enjoy the BLOCKLINE with your household, please pay attention to the Corona guidelines and stay healthy!
May and June
If we have it our way, from July onwards you will be able to try out the BLOCKLINE as a complete package, including a cool adventure guide.
Hold on to your hats, we also have great guided tours planned and the following dates already set: 29 May, 5 June, 12 June, 19 June, 26 June and 3 July - mark them in your calendar right away!
However, according to the Corona Emergency Braking Act, this will only work if the incidence levels in the county fall below 100. If that's the case, we're ready and looking forward to riding the BLOCKLINE with you.
July
Otherwise, if everything goes well, we are looking forward to celebrating the official opening party together with you.
On 9 July the BLOCKLINE will be officially opened in Holzhau by the invited guests.
On 10 July we will open the BLOCKLINE with a wonderful family festival in Blockhausen.
We look forward to celebrating with you and welcoming you there.
Our heritage
The Ore Mountains have a strong character. Its heritage is natural and man-made. Impressive panoramas, unique rock formations, reservoirs, lush mountain meadows and idyllic streams characterize the landscape. Mining has shaped the region and is firmly anchored in its DNA.
Three habitats characterise the area: forests, mountain meadows and moors and streams. Here you can discover typical animal and plant species of the Ore Mountains - some of which can only be found here.
BLOCKLINE is located in the east of the Ore Mountains - between Seiffen, world famous for its wood art, and the winter sports center of Altenberg. Dresden is 45 minutes away by car. Prague is 90 minutes away and Leipzig 1:45 h. Bayreuth and Erfurt are 2:30 h each, Berlin and Magdeburg are three hours away. In the west, all stations between Mulda (Saxony) and Holzhau ski lift are available to get on the Blockline. Geising and Altenberg stations are located on the eastern side of the route.
