Enjoy a relaxing getaway to Bad Belzig, a historic spa town surrounded by natural landscapes. Walk around the historic centre, explore a centuries-old castle and melt away stress at the thermal spa complex. The town is a gateway to High Fläming Nature Park, where you can hike, birdwatch and visit historic strongholds.
Things to do in Bad Belzig
Stroll around the atmospheric Old Town and discover more than 1,000 years of local history. Venture down narrow alleyways and admire beautifully restored medieval churches and half-timbered buildings. Built in the 13th century, St Mary's Church is one of the oldest buildings in the city and features a beautiful Romanesque façade.
Eisenhardt Castle stands guard over the Old Town and is encircled by a fortified red-brick wall. Climb up the 24-metre-high keep for sweeping views over the historic centre and surrounding countryside. Visit the local history museum housed in the gatehouse and enjoy lunch at the café in the old salt storeroom.
Harness the therapeutic properties of iodine-rich water at the SteinTherme wellness centre. Soak your muscles and enjoy the scenery in the outdoor pool and sweat out toxins in the Finnish sauna. High salt concentrations are said to improve blood circulation, soothe joint pain and soften your skin. The indoor light and sound pool is a unique sensory experience or you can also treat yourself to hot stone massages and facials.
Explore more than 800 square kilometres of rolling hills, dense forests and flower-filled meadows in High Fläming Nature Park. Most of the trails are flat, well-signposted and family-friendly. The Burgenwanderweg Castle Trail takes you past several centuries-old strongholds, while the Kunstwanderweg Art Trail features a series of outdoor sculptures. Birders flock to the park to spot great bustards, spotted woodpeckers and other species.
Getting around Bad Belzig
Bad Belzig is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is in Brandenburg, one hour from Berlin by car or train. Berlin Brandenburg Airport is a one-hour drive away.