Summer holiday in the Ore Mountains
Holidays at the Landhotel Altes Zollhaus
Holidays in the Ore Mountains
Our highlights in the surrounding area
Swimming pool
Swimming pool Caterpillar's nest
The Raupennest swimming pool, on the outskirts of Altenberg, has 7 pools and is the ideal leisure activity for young and old. It is located just 10 kilometres from the Zollhaus. Here you can swim your laps or simply relax in one of the pools. There is also a warm outdoor pool, which is a particular highlight in winter. Relax in the pleasantly warm water while you enjoy the snow-covered landscape around you.
Opening hours of the pool area
Monday-Friday 14:00 - 20:00
Saturday, Sunday, public holiday 12:00 - 20:00
You can find more information on the Raupennest website
Current offers in the Landhotel Zollhaus...
Kochkurs mit Chef Antonio aus Sizilien von Domus Kitchen
Am 23.11.2025 Start um 12 Uhr - Dauer ca. 3,5 Stunden
Midwinter by northern lights, troll and Christmas tree
On 11 December 2025 at 5.30 pm
Jana Berwig: Master of the painfully beautiful - music between melancholy and magic
On 21.12.2025 Start at 8.30 am until 10.00 am
Jana Berwig: Master of the painfully beautiful - music between melancholy and magic
On 07.12.2025 Start at 6.00 pm until 8.30 pm
Greenpeckers Live at the Zollaus
08.11.2025
New Year's Eve offer 2025 - 2026 - 6 nights
From 27.12.2025 - 02.01.2026
Bike station
Bike station in the Erzgebirge directly in the customs house.
Our mountain bikes are new hardtails and are available for hire.
Here you will find tour descriptions that we have put together for you: 6-summit tour, Altenberg experience tour, Czech Republic experience tour, Frauenstein-Weicheltmühle and the tour to the Lehnmühle dam.
The bike station with the beautiful cycling region in the Ore Mountains is one of the most popular areas for varied, longer cycle tours through wonderful landscapes.
We will be happy to give you tips on the individual cycle tours on site!
We also recommend the book "Familien Biken" by Carmen Fischer and Helmut Walter on the subject of "Cycling with children"
You can also hire a mountain bike from us.
Trail riding
Trail riding with the Domke family from Hermsdorf : "Die Kammreiter"
Here is an example of the log cabin tour:
A two-day ride through the Saxon and Bohemian mountains with an overnight stay in a rustic log cabin. You can round off the evening by the campfire. You ride through the Flöha and Mulde valleys and over wooded hills. The price includes a barbecue evening and breakfast, luggage transfer and hut hire
Return around 5 pm on the second day
Dates on request
From approx. 230,- € incl. VAT
Infrared hay bath
2 major pillars in the Ore Mountains
Stoneman Miriquidi Road - Road bike Stage hotel
The Stoneman Road tour
This tour takes you 290 km along the ridge of the Ore Mountains on a racing bike and involves tackling 13 tough ramps with gradients of up to 18 per cent, 4,900 metres in altitude and 13 checkpoints - this is the challenge on the Ore Mountains' Pultscholle for passionate racing cyclists.
As an athlete, you can master your personal Stoneman Miriquidi Road road bike tour at any time between 26 April and 3 November.
The Zollhaus is once again listed as a stage hotel for the 2019 Stoneman in the Erzgebirge. You can receive your Stoneman starter pack from us and start your first stage of the proposed 2-day silver racing bike tour to the Fichtelberg directly from here the next day... and at the end of the tour... as a finisher, receive the coveted Stoneman racing bike trophy.
Further information
The Stoneman Miriquidi Road in one, two or three days.
On the Stoneman Miriquidi Road website you will find the complete tour description for the start and finish here in the customs house under Silver - in Variant 4.
So that you can concentrate fully on your tour, we are happy to ensure that you feel completely at ease before and after the effort and have prepared a very special offer for you.
Stoneman arrangement
from 118,- Euro / per person in a single room for 2 nights
from 158,- Euro in a double room for 2 persons and 2 nights
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Before the tour:
Stoneman starter pack on your arrival (not included in the price)
1 overnight stay - incl. breakfast buffet
secure parking space for your racing bike
After the tour:
1 overnight stay incl. breakfast buffet
secure parking space for your racing bike
1x finisher free beer or non-alcoholic cocktail
1x free visit to the sauna in the wellness area to relax your muscles (4 different saunas)
and the coveted Stoneman trophy as the finisher.
Extra night incl. breakfast: 59,- Euro in a single room for 1 person or 79,- Euro in a double room for 2 persons
More info: Breakfast from 7.30 a.m., Stoneman plate (quick meal on request), dinner: Pizza or à la carte - also vegetarian and vegan dishes in our restaurant (not included in the offer price), kitchen closes at 21:00, please book the one or two nights at the other stage destinations separately.
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Have you opted for the Bronze Tour with three stages? Great - then we will be happy to welcome you back here at the Zollhaus at the end of your final stage after 2 overnight stays at the other stage destinations. The exact stage description with start and finish at the Zollhaus can also be found on the Stoneman Miriquidi Road website under Bronze - in the variants 6 and 7.
There are three variants: Stoneman Basic, Trophy Stone and Trophy Complete. They build on each other and equip you with everything you need for your MTB tour on the Stoneman Miriquidi.
STONEMAN BASIC
The basic package. For all those who want to be listed as official finishers.
29 Euro
TROPHY COMPLETE
The starter pack with trophy and stone (gold, silver or bronze) is just right for anyone who is riding a Stoneman Road for the first time.
59 Euro
TROPHY STONE
We recommend the starter pack with stone only to anyone who already has a racing bike trophy.
29 Euro
Please enquire and book directly with Stoneman Road.
8000er Blockline - Mountainbike A small info excursion:
- There is an extensive network of cycle, MTB and hiking trails, as well as cross-country ski trails
- The Ore Mountains have a varied topography (the tectonic break-off of the Pulpit Rock is the reason for the flat ascent from the north and the steep drop towards the south)
- The peaks on the ridge offer magnificent views and panoramas. Many of them can also be reached by less trained mountain bikers
- There is a close-knit network of infrastructure (inns, leisure and service facilities): the historically characterised cultural landscape along the DE-CZ border offers not only intercultural but also culinary attractions
- the extensive network of forest tracks offers hardly any attractive MTB routes, so-called single trails
- A strong mountain bike event scene has established itself in recent years (EBM, Mad East, Kohlhau Mountain Cup, Frauensteiner MTB race)
- the Erzgebirge forest and the Erzgebirge foothills provide an exciting recreational area
- The densely populated cultural landscape scores with its many sights
Further information
Young guests - families - active - sociable - interested in many things - enthusiastic - weather-resistant (!), environmentally friendly on the road (without petrol smells and noise) but also differentiated, demanding and multi-optional. At the same time, a driving force for other activities and thus for many other target groups.
- 71 % enjoy spending time in nature and are health and environment orientated
- 9.6 million Germans with (very) great interest in MTB holidays
(Source: Sinus Bicycle Monitor D 2015, n=1,666; Destination Brand 13)
- younger than the average citizen
- 88 % male and above average education
- High-income segment, strongly age-dependent
- Overnight stays in the region - contemporary accommodation options are popular
- demand infrastructure and all-round service - but are appreciated and honoured accordingly
Characterisation:
- 33 % Allmountain (tours with a focus on nature - also ski tours and alpine)
- 30 % Tour (fitness - leisure tours with performance and nature)
- Rest - 37 % - Rides with adventure - adrenalin - competition and competitive sports)
MTB gross sales 2015 in Saxony:
- Overnight stays - Stoneman and MTB events:
- approx. 30 to 35,000 overnight stays
- approx. 15000 day stays
- 2.50 million euros gross revenue from mountain bike guests
Blockhausen fans (committed companies and private individuals) are called upon to contribute to the realisation of the unique selling point strategy with a chainsaw-carved figure or bench, i.e. with an unmistakable highlight to mark the route, and to take on sponsorship or maintenance.
Increasing brand awareness via social media should almost be a no-brainer!
It would be desirable for the style to match the theme and the surroundings, and it should put a smile on the faces of guests to the Erzgebirge - just like the typical tourist of the past and our little "Kannelberg View Dragon".
For further information please contact:
Iris Gläser
Whatsapp: Tel: 01733943421
The Ore Mountains have a lot to offer
Further attractions at a glance
The ridgeway
Kammweg - Hiking in the nature park - From Saxony to Thuringia
Hiking for beginners and advanced - everything included
"Dachs statt Dax" - with this slogan, the Erzgebirge and Vogtland tourism associations are once again inviting visitors to hike along Saxony's new quality trail, the Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland. The 289 km long ridge trail connects the three federal states of Saxony, Bavaria and Thuringia as well as the four holiday regions of Erzgebirge, Vogtland, Franconia and Thuringia. From Altenberg-Geising in the Osterzgebirge through the Vogtland to Blankenstein in Thuringia, the starting point of the Rennsteig, there are 289 km of hiking trail in remarkable natural surroundings for day hikes or extended hiking holidays. User-friendly markings, 40 % nature trails, impressive landscapes in the nature park and hiker-friendly hosts are the best conditions for your hike on the ridge trail.
Not only the Kammweg invites you to hike, but there are numerous alternatives for you
You can walk in all directions and a different route every day. There are so many possibilities for hiking from the Zollhaus, it should actually be a hiking hotel, but it is not as well known as other hiking destinations. And there aren't too many hiking guides either. However, we will be happy to advise you on site where you can hike and prepare a small packed lunch for you on the way.
Hiking around Hermsdorf
Hiking in and around Hermsdorf
There are also several hiking routes in the immediate vicinity of the Altes Zollhaus, including the Gimmlitztal valley and the circular route to the reservoir.
If you come to Hermsdorf in Zollhaus, then you are in the middle of nature and there are numerous hiking trails, you can walk in all directions every day, there is always a beautiful path. Even the Czech Republic is only a few kilometres away. We also have hiking maps for you on site. Hiking is very important here. The Kammweg trail, recognisable by the green markings, runs right past the house. The Kammweg has a length of over 250 kilometres. As you can see, you are in the centre of the Erzgebirge hiking paradise. Just let go and enjoy the Hotel Zollhaus with its sauna, perhaps fill up the hot tub or jump into our bathing lake.
Rennrodal railway
Toboggan run - fun for young and old!
The Altenberg summer toboggan run is located directly next to the luge track in Altenberg, Saxony, not far from the Alter Zollhaus. The run is one of the longest summer toboggan runs. A ride here fulfils the wildest tobogganing dreams of all visitors and offers incredible fun for young and old alike. The lift first takes you 400 metres uphill. Once you reach the top, you then descend rapidly over a distance of 1,000 metres. Fast and careful, because you are the helmsman and brakeman on the Altenberg summer toboggan run. It's always fun, alone or in pairs, with the family, grandad with his grandchild or in groups.
Offers for our young guests
for children up to 14 years: 7 rides on the summer toboggan run, 1 pasta dish and one trampolining session for just 12 euros
For young people aged 15 and over: 7 rides on the summer toboggan run, 1 pasta dish and one trampolining session for just 14 euros.
To guarantee the offer, we ask you to book at least one day in advance by telephone on 035056/35385 under Bobbahn.
Climbing in the Ore Mountains
Climbing in the Ore Mountains
The Ore Mountains are a true climbing Eldorado! Whether on the rock or in the hall...
Free climbing, which includes sport climbing, alpine climbing, indoor climbing, bouldering, technical climbing and the single-rope technique, was practised in Saxon Switzerland at the end of the 19th century and has been practised ever since.
We have listed individual areas with different levels of difficulty. Please click on the different folders. However, we can also provide you with further information on the climbing routes and variants at any time.
Climbing hall Dresden
Climbing even in bad weather - in Dresden!
Indoor climbing is possible in the "XXL" multifunctional facility in Dresden, which not only offers the largest climbing hall in Saxony, but also fitness, badminton, aerobics, squash, a football pitch, tennis, billiards, bowling, table football and a sauna.
Distance from Landhotel Altes Zollhaus approx. 54 km
Total climbing area - 2200m², wall height 16 m, route length up to 35 m,
Bouldering area over 150 m², difficulties 1-10 UIAA scale
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri: 8.00 - 24.00, Sat-Sun and public holidays: 9.00 - 22.00,
24.12.: 9.00 -14.00, 25.12. / 01.01. closed, 31.12.: 09.00 -16.00.
Courses for the Dresden climbing centre:
Courses are offered both in the climbing centre and in Saxon Switzerland. The climbing wall stands freely in the room and can be climbed from all sides. While ambitious climbers can train for their competitions at the front, the back walls offer a variety of wall structures for families and beginners.
Climbing wall Freiberg
The climbing wall is located in the Jahnsporthalle, Turnerstraße 3 in Freiberg, approx. 33 km from the Landhotel Altes Zollhaus. The wall is approx. 250m² in size, 8m high, 13m wide and has an overhang of up to 11m and a crack. There are 20 routes of all difficulties available. The use of the hall is possible for everyone in the following times:
Mondays (September to July): 8.00 - 10.00 pm
General use of the climbing wall:
Tuesday (September to July):
18.00 - 20.00 Children's training
20.00 - 22.00 Climbing for club members
Wednesday (September to July):
18.00 - 20.00 Fitness training / gymnastics
20.00 - 22.00 General use of the climbing wall
Saturday (except during the summer holidays):
14.00 - 18.00 General use of the climbing wall
(Registration required by Friday 4 pm)
Moritzburg high ropes course
The Moritzburg adventure park and high ropes course is located around 97 kilometres north of the Landhotel Altes Zollhaus in a natural game reserve. There are seven courses ranging from easy to difficult. Climbing takes place in the forest under professional supervision. The various high-rope elements are at heights of 1 to 13 metres. In addition to strength, your skill is also required.
On offer: Wooden walkways, wire ropes, swings, rope slides and other obstacles.
For further information, please contact us directly:
Active Nature Tours
Owner Karsten Roßberg
Strehlener Str. 12-14
D-01069 Dresden
Phone +49 (0)351 830 28 85
Fax. +49 (0)351 402 76 34
Mobile: 0172 350 33 72
Info@aktiv-nature-tour.de
info@ant-dd.de
Bike hire
Bike station Erzgebirge
You can hire high-quality Steppenwolf bikes from our hotel's own bike hire station. Trekking bikes, hardtails. We also have many tour suggestions ready for you.
Just ask us, we will be happy to help you!
The beautiful Ore Mountains: Hardly any other region in Germany is better known for cycling. Since 2010, we have had a new cycle centre in the heart of the Ore Mountains near Hermsdorf, where you will find a well-developed network of trails. Technically speaking, this is a CROSS COUNTRY area. 45 kilometres from Dresden, the old customs house from the 16th century with its 12,000 hectares of land offers an excellent area for all bike enthusiasts. Whether mountain biking, trekking or road biking, whether off the beaten track or on the road. The network of trails is very well signposted.
Road biking and mountain biking a dream in the Ore Mountains
We at Bikestation Steppenwolf are a little proud to be able to present a new location. We recognise the potential of this hilly and varied environment with its forest floor and gravel tracks - everything from single trails to leisurely wider paths is represented. Especially recommended for leisure cyclists who don't want to torture themselves for 3 hours up the mountain, but still don't want to miss out on a hilly landscape - peppered with beautiful views over the Ore Mountains, its hills and valleys. The terrain is very varied, so you may not meet anyone or only a few like-minded people in a day.
Hotel with bike station in Saxony, ideal conditions
The hotel and our offer are geared towards the needs of the conscious and nature-loving cyclist. There are many streams and small lakes on the tours. So nothing stands in the way of refreshment on the bike tour. You can discover challenging day tours across country to numerous leisure tours or routes along the roads and into the villages. The bike-friendly region (bikes can be easily transported on trains everywhere) is looking forward to welcoming you! And the fTeam of the Landhotel Altes Zollhaus is looking forward to welcoming its cycling guests. A relaxed and culinary stay at the hotel rounds off your cycling holiday.
Bike hire
We currently have 5 hardtails, please book in advance by phone: Tel: 035057540
Children's playground
Children's playroom and children's playground
for our little guests, here they can really let off steam!
The children's playroom is approx. 20 square metres in size and is located on the first floor, above the pizzeria. There are lots of games, soft toys, a large credenza, a small tent and a TV in the children's room. There is also a playroom for the very youngest guests, so that the grown-ups can leave the little ones to their own devices. Here you can also make some real noise!
There is also a small playground on the Zollhaus site.
And right next door is our travelling rider, where there is a small arena where the horses often stay. On request, you can also go for a short ride in the arena or book a nice ride! The playground is exactly as you see it here, with a small bench next to it and this climbing spider.
And here is the ring of our neighbour, the Kamreiter Domke, he has set up his ring on our property, so everything is in the immediate vicinity of the customs house. And therefore ideal for your holiday with children. Please book in advance, otherwise it will be difficult to get a riding lesson. We wish you lots of fun in the great outdoors!
Billiards
The Landhotel also has a nice tournament billiard table
Visit us just to play, you can also have drinks brought to you from our hotel bar. This is a professional billiard table, you will have a lot of fun with it. Wooden cues and balls are of course also included. Costs 5 euros an hour. So what are you waiting for!
We also have a darts board for you!
Darts is free of charge, you can get the darts at the reception desk at any time of day.
The ideal pool table for the discerning player with a sense of tradition, according to our professionals. Billiards is one of the most popular leisure activities, whether professional or amateur, in cafés or at home. The pool table itself is the most important component of the sport and has long since ceased to be found only in pubs and clubs.
This is how the balls are built up, ball no. 1 to the top, then no. 3 and no. 11 etc. It is of course important that the black ball is in the centre and that there are always even and odd numbers alternating.
Many use the 1-ball as the first ball, but this is not absolutely necessary.
