Erzgebirgscamp Neuclausnitz

This area’s landscape is covered by cycling trails and more than 30 kilometres of waymarked walking routes and nature trails, and thus has walking tours galore, such as those along the crest path and the historical hiking trail between Rechenberg-Bienenmühle – half an hour’s riverside amble away – and Mariánské Radčice, passing Fláje Reservoir on the way. Also in nearby Rechenberg-Bienenmühle, treat yourself to a dip in its eco baths – a natural outdoor pool whose waters remain chlorine free and are instead splendidly treated in an eco-friendly fashion by plants, plankton and other entirely natural means, making this pool a fab place for wee peeps and sensitive souls to come for a dunk. If you’re after a culture trip, head to the glass museum around eight kilometres away at Purschenstein Castle in Neuhausen/Erzgeb to see sparkling artefacts dating back to the 13th century; while you’re in the area, a sweep of the exhibits at the nearby Nussknackermuseum is highly recommended too: dedicated to this Christmassy uniformed doll, the museum’s shop is a tiptop spot for procuring souvenirs.