Barby is a town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, uniquely positioned at the confluence of the Elbe and Saale rivers. This geographical feature creates the distinctive "Elbe-Saale-Winkel" region, characterized by wide river landscapes and floodplains, all part of the UNESCO Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve. The generally flat terrain along the riverbanks provides an ideal setting for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Barby offers a variety of routes for outdoor enthusiasts.…
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23
hikers
11.4km
02:53
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
5.59km
01:26
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
7.21km
01:53
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
10.9km
02:45
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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61
runners
10.6km
01:06
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
7.92km
00:53
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
10.4km
01:05
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
17.5km
01:51
110m
110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34
riders
46.2km
02:39
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
22.0km
01:29
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
81.2km
04:47
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
riders
20.1km
01:10
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21
riders
33.6km
01:28
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
46.3km
01:55
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
26.1km
01:07
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
44.7km
02:00
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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11
riders
30.6km
01:37
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
26.6km
01:27
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
40.7km
02:53
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
47.5km
03:03
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Barby offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region's flat terrain along the Elbe and Saale rivers is particularly suitable for cycling and walking. More than 1,400 visitors have explored routes in Barby.
Barby is well-suited for road cycling, with routes often following the Elbe and Saale rivers. The region is part of the Elbe Cycle Path and Saale Cycle Path, offering extensive options for cyclists. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Barby guide.
Numerous paths along the Elbe and Saale rivers and through natural landscapes provide excellent opportunities for hiking in Barby. These trails often pass through the UNESCO Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve. Detailed hiking options are available in the Hiking around Barby guide.
Touring cyclists can explore Barby along the Elbe and Saale Cycle Paths, which converge in the region. These well-maintained paths offer scenic views of river landscapes and floodplains. The Cycling around Barby guide provides relevant routes.
Barby is characterized by its location at the confluence of the Elbe and Saale rivers, forming the 'Elbe-Saale-Winkel' region. This area features wide river landscapes and floodplains, which are part of the UNESCO Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve. The Pretzien Weir is also a notable man-made attraction.
While the riverine areas are generally flat, possibilities for mountain biking exist in the broader natural surroundings of Barby. These trails may offer varied terrain away from the immediate riverbanks. Information on these routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Barby guide.
Outdoor routes in Barby have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from approximately 80 users who have completed routes in the region. More than 1,400 visitors have explored Barby's outdoor offerings.
Komoot offers several guides for Barby, including Road Cycling Routes around Barby, Hiking around Barby, and Cycling around Barby. Guides for mountain biking and running are also available. These resources provide detailed information for planning outdoor adventures.
Barby provides opportunities for jogging and running, particularly along the flat riverbanks and through the natural landscapes of the Elbe-Saale-Winkel. These routes offer scenic views and a generally easy terrain. The Running Trails around Barby guide lists specific options.
The official website for the town of Barby is www.stadt-barby.de. For general inquiries, the city administration can be reached by phone at +49 39298 672-0. These resources provide direct contact for local information.
Barby's cycling routes often pass through historical sites and charming towns. The town itself has a historic center first mentioned in 961, and features like the 13th-century 'Prinzesschen' fortification tower offer scenic views. Half-timbered houses are also visible along the Elbe Cycle Path.

