The best running trails around Dissen-Striesow

Beautifully many storks.

Anyone cycling through Lusatia should definitely stop in Dissen. Right next to the neo-Gothic church is the local history museum, which at first glance seems a bit inconspicuous – but inside, it's a small time capsule. Here, you get a very tangible impression of the everyday life of the Sorbian/Wendish population: What did a peasant household look like a hundred years ago? How did women dress, what customs were practiced, what stories did people tell around the spinning wheel on long winter evenings? The exhibition not only features everyday objects, but also around 20 variations of Lower Sorbian festive costume – arranged with attention to detail. It becomes particularly lively when you delve into the traditional legends and fairy tales, which are presented here with documentary seriousness, but also with a wink. Directly behind the museum begins the archaeologically inspired open-air area "Stary lud" – "The Old People." A Slavic settlement with five pit houses has been reconstructed here, as they might have existed during the Lusitian period in the early Middle Ages. This isn't Disneyland, but a carefully designed site that demonstrates how the region's early settlers might have lived – with mud buildings, open fireplaces, and a lot of manual labor. The entire complex is open between May and October. Those lucky enough to visit on a themed weekend or experience one of the guided tours, where experts share their enthusiastic stories. Particularly popular is the Slavic Middle Ages Festival at the end of May – with music, crafts, and camp life.

Nestled in the countryside, not far from the Spree Cycle Path, lies the stork village of Dissen – a place that welcomes cyclists not with spectacle, but with quiet, grounded diversity. Those who take a break here will discover more than just a few nests on the roofs: an open-air museum, a lovingly tended herb garden, wooden animal figures, a small information trail about the changing landscape, and the "Stork House" – all framed by half-timbered houses, fieldstone, and the scent of wood and summer meadows. The ensemble acts like a living classroom for nature and culture. Children can explore, while adults can quietly read the information panels – or simply breathe in the fresh air. Seating and a playground make the place family-friendly, the signage is well-designed, and access is straightforward. You're welcome here, with no admission charge or mandatory program. Tip: If you have a little more time, you can wander through the exhibition on the Spree floodplain or explore the historic village structure. Ideal for a relaxing rest – with substance.

An incredibly interesting location.

Here you get a little insight into the lives of the people who lived here more than 100 years ago.

Keeper of the culture/customs of the Sorbs/Wends

Very good ice cream. There are also small snacks and cakes.

Small village with a lot to see. There is an ice cream parlor with homemade ice cream, a museum, tourist information and a map with a list of stork nests.