approx. 6 kmRailway trail
to HolzhauOn the old railway line from Neuhermsdorf to Holzhau – almost flat, perfect for beginners and easy cruising.
NEWTrail right at the hotelCross-country skiing & winter sports
Cross-country skiing in the Ore Mountains – hotel with a trail at the door
Step out, click in: from Landhotel Altes Zollhaus in Neuhermsdorf you glide straight off – towards Holzhau or across into Czechia, on hundreds of kilometres of trails on both sides of the border.
0mto the trail – it starts at the front door
3kmto the Czech border
10kmto Bouřňák with a black run
12kmto the Altenberg bobsleigh track
6ski areas nearby
Hotel with ski trail
Out of the door, into the tracks
Other skiers hunt for a parking space at the trailhead – you put your skis on outside the Zollhaus. At over 700 metres the hotel sits right in the trail network of the Eastern Ore Mountains, and the tracks lead off in every direction:
- 🌲Towards HolzhauWithin a few metres you are on the almost flat railway trail – and glide down into the Mulde valley to Holzhau.
- 🇨🇿Across into CzechiaOver the border to Moldava and on to the Ore Mountains Ridge Trail – its eastern section alone has approx. 250 km.
- ⛰Up to AltenbergOn the Eastern Ore Mountains trail via Rehefeld to Altenberg and the Kahleberg.
Overview map
Where to go cross-country and downhill skiing
Tap a point to learn more. Green lines are trails on the German side, blue lines the trails in Czechia.
From the hotelEastern Ore Mtns trailMore trailsCzech trails
Schematic map, not to scale. Distances are approximate from the hotel. Track grooming and lift operation depend on snow conditions.
Cross-country
The best trails from the Zollhaus
approx. 6 km
approx. 22 kmEastern Ore Mountains trail
Deutschgeorgenthal – AltenbergThe long-distance trail along the ridge: Holzhau, Neuhermsdorf, Rehefeld, Altenberg. A full day on skis.
approx. 250 kmOre Mountains Ridge Trail
eastern section in CzechiaWithout borders: wide plateaus, sandstone rocks and trails all the way to Děčínský Sněžník.
Downhill
Skiing nearby
To be honest: there are no alpine peaks here. Instead you get short distances, no crowds, affordable lift passes – and at Bouřňák even a real black run.
2km
Germany
Am Richtergrund, Hermsdorf
Your home hill with the longest run in the Saxon Eastern Ore Mountains (says the operator) and a snowpark.
10km
Czechia
Bouřňák (Stürmer)
The biggest ski area nearby: 7 runs, 4 lifts, floodlights – and the steep black “Slalomový svah”.
12km
Germany
Altenberg – Raupennest
Three lifts and around 4 km of slopes in the winter sports town of Altenberg.
7km
Germany
Rehefeld-Zaunhaus
Two lifts and sunny slopes right on the Eastern Ore Mountains trail.
5km
Germany
Holzhau
Family slope in the Mulde valley, plus trails with a floodlit loop. Check lift operation before you go.
15km
Germany
Geisingberg, Geising
Small slope with a big panorama over the Eastern Ore Mountains.
130+km/h on the ice
Approx. 12 km away
Altenberg bobsleigh track: world class on ice
Close by lies one of the most demanding artificial ice tracks in the world. The best athletes in bobsleigh, luge and skeleton race here for World Cup points and World Championship medals. Watch the races live, join a guided tour along the track or ask the operator about guest events.
Visit the Altenberg track →What your day could look like
A perfect cross-country day at the Zollhaus
- BreakfastFuel up at the breakfast buffet.
- Into the tracksSkis on outside the door – towards Holzhau or Czechia.
- Lunch stopAlong the trail or back at the Zollhaus.
- Downhill or sledgingOn the Am Richtergrund home hill or at Bouřňák.
- Sauna4 saunas & infrared hay bath, daily 5–9 pm.
- DinnerRegional cooking at Rudolfs Restaurant.
Questions & answers
Cross-country skiing in the Ore Mountains – good to know
Is there a ski trail right at the hotel?
Yes. The trail runs right past Landhotel Altes Zollhaus. Put on your skis outside the door and head towards Holzhau or across into Czechia.
How many kilometres of trails are nearby?
Hundreds: on the German side the railway trail, the Eastern Ore Mountains trail (approx. 22 km) and the Kannelberg centre connect the villages. On the Czech side the eastern section of the Ore Mountains Ridge Trail alone has approx. 250 km.
Can I ski from Germany into Czechia?
Yes. The Czech border is only about 3 km away, with crossings into the Czech trail network via Moldava, Neurehefeld or Zinnwald.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. The railway trail follows an old railway line and is almost flat – ideal for your first kilometres.
Where can I go downhill skiing nearby?
Am Richtergrund in Hermsdorf (approx. 2 km), Holzhau, Rehefeld-Zaunhaus, Altenberg and Geising – and Bouřňák in Czechia (approx. 10 km).
Is there a black run nearby?
Yes, at Bouřňák (Stürmer) near Mikulov in Czechia, about 10 km from the hotel. The “Slalomový svah” is one of the steepest slopes in the Ore Mountains.
How far is the Altenberg bobsleigh track?
About 12 km. It hosts World Cups and World Championships in bobsleigh, luge and skeleton.
What are snow conditions like?
The trails lie between 700 and 900 m and are considered relatively snow-sure. Grooming and lift operation still depend on the weather – feel free to ask us before you arrive.
Your winter at the Zollhaus
Trail at the door. Sauna afterwards.
Book your winter room and head straight into the tracks in the morning.
