Adonis and the Episcopal City

It is not known whether the fascinating natural spectacle of the Adonis flower on the slopes of the Oder river bank is as old as the historic bishopric of Lebus, but it attracts many nature enthusiasts every year.


start / finish
Lebus

length / duration
8 km / 2 hours

Arrival / Departure
by car: via B167 and B112 to Lebus


Description
In addition to the Adonis adonis, the Oder Mountains are home to an astonishing variety of plants that have adapted to their respective locations, both in their way of life and in their growth form. The Adonis adonis can be seen in the Priesterschlucht and on the Oder slopes near Mallnow, which bloom in April and transform the area into a golden sea. An educational trail offers insights into this special flora.

Lebus, one of the oldest towns in Brandenburg, can also be reached by bike via the Oder-Neisse cycle path. The former episcopal town appeared in chronicles as early as 1109. Two districts dominate the picture, one on the Lebus plateau and one directly at the foot of the Oder bank. The castle hill, which is divided into tower, castle and Pletschenberg, is clearly visible. The castle, which served as the bishop's seat from 1129 to 1373, was recreated using steel elements. The outlines of the foundation walls of the cathedral are traced using cobblestones. Below the castle hill stands the historic parish church, which has been destroyed and rebuilt several times.

In the spring of 1945, 97 percent of Lebus was destroyed by heavy fighting. The Haus Lebuser Land museum offers a comprehensive insight into the history of the diocese, the region and the city of Lebus through pictures, archaeological finds and other exhibits.

Sights along the route:

• Burgberg Lebus
• Museum Haus Lebuser Land

The best restaurants:

• Restaurant "Oderblick", Lebus

Information on site:

• Info-Punkt Lebus