Historic Forest Route

Hidden behind dense trees, you can still discover old vineyard walls and terraces on the Historic Forest Route that bear witness to former winegrowing. After the phylloxera disaster in the late 19th century, the vineyards were abandoned and nature began to gradually reclaim its habitat. Various experience stations describe this "vineyard in transition".

The view at Albrechtshöhe offers a fascinating view from the Dresden Heath over the .Dresden TV Tower to Saxon Switzerland.

At the traditional "Graue Presse" estate and farm, a display board still reminds us of the historic wine press that gave the estate its name, which can now be seen in the Hoflößnitz Wine Museum.

On your way along the enchanted forest path Straken, you can still discover remnants of Radebeul's historic water supply.

From the lower hollow way you can see the stone snail high up on the Ballberg. In former times, this stone construction probably served as a thieves' and fire watch, today it is the landmark of the "Drei Herren" winery located directly below. From there you can continue the hike with the Oberlößnitz route.

Tip: On the way to the viewpoint at Albrechtshöhe, an oversized phylloxera sculpture awaits you.

Places to see and experience

Ravensberg Quarry - Albrechtshöhe View - Historic Viticultural Landscape - "Graue Presse" Farm - Springs at Straken - Changing Vineyard - Steinerne Schnecke View