Wunsiedel in the Fichtelgebirge: Cycling routes, nature and culture

Wunsiedel in the Fichtelgebirge offers a range of themes to explore on your trip: cycling along the Eger, the history and culture of Wunsiedel, and geological topics in Arzberg and Selb. Deciding which of these interests to focus on can help guide your choice of destination and accommodation.

Cycle route and getting around the region

The Bavarian section of the Eger Cycle Route is around 55 kilometres long and follows the Eger through Bad Weißenstadt, Röslau, Marktleuthen, Thierstein, Selb, Hohenberg a.d.E. and Schirnding. On the Czech side, the route continues via Pomezí nad Ohří and Cheb; in Cheb, it connects to Czech long-distance cycle route No. 6, the Cyklostezka Ohře. This means you can also explore the river route as part of a cross-border journey. Before setting off, check local route information for any temporary closures or diversions.

For getting around by bus, route 1703 connects Marktredwitz, Bad Alexandersbad, Wunsiedel, Tröstau, Nagel, Ebnath, Brand in der Oberpfalz, Mehlmeisel and Fichtelberg. If you plan to travel by bus, check the current route and timetable.

History and culture in Wunsiedel

Wunsiedel is home to the Fichtelgebirge Museum, Bavaria’s largest regional museum. Since 1964, it has been housed in nine buildings around the medieval Spitalhof in the centre of town. The museum complex has 3,100 square metres of exhibition space. The historic walking tour through the neoclassical old town adds stops throughout the town to your museum visit. You can explore it on your own or with trained guides; points of interest include the Koppetentor, the oversized “coffee grinder” and numerous fountains.

The church ruins in Bürgerpark Katharinenberg are also part of the town’s history: they are Wunsiedel’s oldest building. The church is dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria and became an important pilgrimage site in the 14th century. Its preserved sacred atmosphere lends a special charm to church and cultural events.

Rock labyrinth and theatre programme

The Luisenburg Rock Labyrinth in Wunsiedel is characterised by enormous boulders, caves and ravines. The nature reserve of the same name covers 101 hectares; its protection regulations came into force on 1 February 2026. The landscape is also the setting for a long theatrical tradition: theatre has been performed every summer for 130 years on the open-air stage at the entrance to the Rock Labyrinth. The Luisenburg Festival presents contemporary theatre as an open-air event. It takes place every year from May to September and welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds. As the programme may change, check which performances are on before your trip.

The Katharinenberg Bird of Prey Park and Falconry offers a different nature experience. From April to October, flight demonstrations take place there at 3 p.m. on Tuesdays to Thursdays, as well as Saturdays and Sundays. Seasonal details may change; check the date that fits your travel plans.

Mining and granite as further themes

In Arzberg, the Old “Kleiner Johannes” Mine focuses on mining and geology. In Selb, the Häuselloh quarry offers a look at granite extraction and processing; guided tours are available on request. The themes are distinct: the mine focuses on mining and geology, while the quarry explores working with granite. If you would like to include a guided tour of Häuselloh, request one in advance.

Discover more destinations: Marktredwitz, Wunsiedel, Tröstau, Weißenstadt, Thierstein, Selb, Kirchenlamitz, Arzberg, Nagel, Marktleuthen, Röslau, Thiersheim, Schirnding, Schönwald, Hohenberg.

See the overview of the wider region: Bavaria.