The White Elster is a 257 km long right tributary of the Saale, of which Germany accounts for 245.4 km. It rises in the Czech Republic in the Elster Mountains east of Aš, about a kilometer as the crow flies from the German-Czech border near Bärendorf, not far from the village of Výhledy.

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March 1, 2025

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The Weiße Elster in Leipzig is a beautiful river that meanders through the city and offers a variety of recreational opportunities. The promenade along the Weiße Elster is a popular place for walks, bike rides and canoe trips. 🌳🚴‍♂️🚣‍♀️

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Particularly beautiful in autumn when the leaves change color.

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1. Elster Flood Channel – Weiße Elster Riverside Path loop from Bachviertel

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2. Weiße Elster Riverside Path – Elster Flood Channel loop from Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof

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3. Palmengarten Weir – Elster Flood Channel loop from Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz

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Elevation 110 m

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Weiße Elster Riverside Path

1. Elster Flood Channel – Weiße Elster Riverside Path loop from Bachviertel

2. Weiße Elster Riverside Path – Elster Flood Channel loop from Leipzig Bayerischer Bahnhof

3. Palmengarten Weir – Elster Flood Channel loop from Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz

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