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Things to see in Bischofswerda (Germany): 35 places and when to go
Bischofswerda is a town in Germany, and this site lists 35 places in and around it, mainly History (12), Nature (7), Mountains (7). The best known are Lichtenberg, Convent of St. Mariestern and Valtenberg. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 51.1263, 14.1758
- Places
- 35 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (12) · Nature (7) · Mountains (7) · Hiking (7) · Temples (4) · With kids (3)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- BER Berlin, 145 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Valtenberg, at 586 m.
What to see in Bischofswerda
The places in and around Bischofswerda, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- LichtenbergNature · Mountains14 km
- Convent of St. MariesternGerman monastery12 km
- ValtenbergNature · Mountains9.3 km
- Burg StolpenCastle in Saxony, Germany11 km
- HochsteinMountain in Germany7.7 km
- KlosterbergNature · Mountains5.2 km
- SchwedensteinMountain in Germany11 km
- Barockschloss RammenauChâteau in Rammenau, Germany4.9 km
- RüdenbergHill in Germany4.5 km
- St. Martin's Church, NebelschützCatholic church in Germany15 km
- Gaussig HouseHistoric manor in Saxony, Germany9.8 km
- Tanne-BergMountain in Germany12 km
- Schloss OberlichtenauChâteau in Pulsnitz, Germany16 km
- Lutheran St. Jacobs Church, Neustadt (Saxony)Church building in Saxony, Germany11 km
- Tier- und Kulturpark BischofswerdaZoo in Germany3 m
- KleinwolmsdorfHistory6.5 km
- Small Bee Museum OberlichtenauMuseum in Germany16 km
- Ostroer SchanzeHistory10 km
- Klosterkirche St. AnnenChurch building in Kamenz, Germany17 km
- Schloss Helmsdorf (Stolpen)Castle14 km
- "Braukeller" Schützenhaus PulsnitzBrewery13 km
- Inn with all parts of the building, including the hall Schloßstraße 12House in Stolpen, Germany11 km
- Erlebnisbad MaribaWith kids12 km
- Fernwanderweg Ostsee–Saaletalsperren (Abschnitt Niesky – Freiberg)Hiking7.9 km
And the other 11, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Jakobsweg an der Frankenstraße, Bautzen-Bischofswerda, Jakobsweg an der Frankenstraße, Bischofswerda-Ullersdorf, Kamenz - Stolpen - Kuhstall (Sächs. Schweiz), Oberlausitzer Bergweg (Abschnitt: Valtenberg – Butterberg), WaldHaus, Westlausitz-Rundweg
- History: Inn Am Markt 8
- With kids: Masseneibad
- Snow: Ski Elstra, Wintersport in Steina
- Diving: Steinbruch Haustein
When to go to Bischofswerda
The best time to visit Bischofswerda is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:09
- FebPossible9:44
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:18
- JulBest time15:54
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:23
- NovPossible8:36
- DecBest time7:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. In June, 33 of the 35 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bischofswerda
The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER, Berlin), 145 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bischofswerda?
The best known: Lichtenberg, Convent of St. Mariestern, Valtenberg, Burg Stolpen, Hochstein. In all, 35 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bischofswerda?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 18 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41.
How do you get to Bischofswerda?
The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 145 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bischofswerda as the destination and these 35 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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