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Alt Zauche Mill Tradition, bike racks, and Spreewald hospitality – a stop that stays with you Anyone traveling along the Gurkenradweg (Gherkin Cycle Path) and passing through Alt Zauche by chance (or purposefully) should definitely stop at the lovingly restored mill. The place looks almost like something out of a picture book: two large log cabins with curved roofs, dark wood on the outside, and warm hospitality on the inside. In front of it, a mighty mill wheel – today more decorative than functional, but still impressive. The mill is not a museum, but a lively inn with its own unique style. Those who take a seat outside on the wooden benches are treated to a true Spreewald experience: Spreewald beer, freshly tapped, and pickles to eat. No frills, no gimmicks, just honest food, honest prices, and honest people. The menu is down-to-earth, the service attentive but not intrusive. Those looking for regional classics will find what they're looking for. Cyclists aren't second-class guests here—quite the opposite. The bike rack area is spacious, there are shady spots, and e-bikes are also accommodated. Those who love their bikes will feel right at home here. Flowers in small vases sit on the tables, with bread baskets next to them, often with pickled cucumber slices as a greeting. The interior is rustic and cozy, while outside, the light alternates between the parasols and birch trees. The mill is ideal for both a quick stop with a drink and a longer lunch break. If you're lucky, you'll meet locals at the next table who are happy to talk about the place, the water level, and old stories. If you're unlucky, you'll encounter rain—but even then, you'll still be sitting here dry and comfortable.

The aging bird watching hut was demolished in late summer 2024 by trainees from the state forestry service and rebuilt under the guidance of their instructor. Many thanks!! Also to everyone who worked to make this possible. You can observe numerous water birds from here, especially in the afternoon. Tip: Don't forget your binoculars!

Very nice and sturdy shelter. The nature around the hut is also very worth seeing.

It is actually a former forester's house in the middle of the forest. Today it is a small hotel with 12 rooms and a restaurant. The food is good. The selection of dishes is relatively small, but by no means boring.

This path reserved for bicycles is wonderful to ride!

The shelter at this beautiful rest area offers you shelter if rain or night catches you by surprise. In order to preserve the beams and forest, the fireplace has now been dismantled. Use this place to take a deep breath - forest, meadow and water characterize the moment. #respectfornature Thank you for respecting and protecting our unique nature in the Schlaubetal. Nature parks are cultural landscapes in which people have lived and worked for centuries and are also habitats for rare, sometimes protected animals and plants. This rich cultural and natural heritage can be experienced with all the senses, but should always be respected. Please be careful and conscious when you are out and about.

Where time seems to stand still and history lurks in every corner, you will find the Wotschofska restaurant, a real gem in the Spreewald. Since 1890, this building has proudly stood on the island that gave it its name - a tribute to the Sorbian word for "island". In the middle of the green landscape, where waterways meander through nature like silvery ribbons, this restaurant has already hosted many a hiker, cyclist or paddler. Everyone is looking for a break from everyday life, a moment of peace and maybe a cool drink in the shade of old trees. When you arrive here, you will quickly notice that the restaurant's beer garden is a very special place. In the high season, the tables and chairs shine in bright colors, and the cheerful babble of the guests' voices mixes with the gentle rippling of the water. Here, where paddlers moor their boats and tired cyclists stretch their legs, the charm of old times merges with the lively present. It is more than just an inn. It is a meeting place, a piece of Spreewald history and certainly one of the most idyllic rest stops you will discover on your trip. So if you are looking for a place where you can unwind and immerse yourself in the past, then the Wotschofska inn is just the thing for you.

The Dubkow Mill is a former watermill in the Spreewald that is now used as an inn