Via Sacra - from Hagenwerder to St. Marienthal Monastery
Impressive is the huge excavator, which stands as a technical monument in Hagenwerder. The transformation of the lovely landscape into a moon crater has not been long ago and can still be seen in the area. In and around Hagenwerder, some "lost places" can be found through which the hiker passes. Our path is the Neisse bike path. In Leuba, we leave the main bike route and head straight up to the ridge. Wind turbines indicate more modern forms of energy generation. The view can wander here. The natural highlight is the Knorrberg. The huge basalt columns are exposed there and unfortunately quite overgrown. If you make the effort to climb the mountain, you will be rewarded with a very, very beautiful view to the south. Many heat-loving plants have settled. On comfortable forest paths, it goes down to the Neisse valley, to the monastery. Seen from the monastic vineyard, the entire baroque ensemble lies like on a platter before the eyes of the amazed observer. At the monastery, part of the Via Sacra, you can spend the night in former nuns' cells.
Directions
Mostly flatter stage with slight ascents only from the Neisse valley and up to Knorrberg. In the valley on the bike path, all asphalt, from Leuba to the forest near Knorrberg concrete path. From the start of the forest to Marienthal mostly comfortable forest paths in the shady forest, finally hiking trails. Slightly descending, steeper down into the valley at the end.
Recommended equipment
Day hiking backpack (approx. 20 liters) with rain cover, sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate and durable clothing in layers, optionally telescopic poles, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, pocket knife, mobile phone, optionally headlamp, maps
Safety notice
Alternative: Those who are not deterred by the bike path with the fast electric sports cyclists and the asphalt can choose a short stage to the monastery, follow the bike path to the destination, and then enjoy the special inspiring place.
Contact and arrival