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City break in Cottbus. Active leisure ideas for Cottbus - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Although Cottbus cannot boast the great variety of noisy entertainment centers, it offers excellent opportunities for enjoying sports and outdoor activities. An interesting symbol of the city is the old railway Parkeisenbahn Cottbus, the route of which passes through the most beautiful areas. Anyone can take a ride on the old train along the road that passes through the territory of beautiful parks and near famous attractions. Such train tours are especially popular among tourists with children. Another unusual entertainment is stagecoach rides around the city that typically last about two hours.
The main historical symbol of Cottbus is Branitzer Castle, which is considered to be a single attraction with the surrounding landscaped garden. Built in the 19th century for Prince Hermann … Open
The city has a wonderful zoo - Tierpark Cottbus, which will be a great place for a family holiday. It occupies an area of about 25 hectares and gives shelter to more than 1,200 animals from various parts of the world. Extensive enclosures are equipped here for elephants and zebras, you can also see camels and ostriches and even watch leopards along with other rare predators. The zoo has several artificial ponds where graceful waterfowl live. In the warm season, numerous recreation areas are available for visitors and special playgrounds are equipped for children.
One of the most beautiful parks in town is Spreeauenpark. Here one can walk for hours, admiring rare species of trees and ornamental plants. Flower beds always adorn the park in the summer. This park is very quiet and peaceful, mostly visited by locals. Here they enjoy many convenient walking paths and special paths for cycling. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
1. The easiest way to get to the city is by train, as it is surrounded by a well-developed network of railroads and has its own station. Most trains arrive here from Berlin, which is just … Open
In warm weather, be sure to make an excursion to one of the local lakes. In the vicinity of Cottbus, there are more than a hundred of them. One of the most beautiful is the lake Branitzer Badesee whose shores are covered with dense thickets of trees. The territory of the huge park includes specially equipped picnic areas and fishing sites. Some tourists visit these places just to walk and admire the natural beauty.
A small casino called Spielbank operates in the city. Few tourists know of its existence, local residents make up the bulk of visitors to the entertainment complex. Here they are provided with several gambling halls with various machines and an attractive bar offering a rich selection of drinks.
Cottbus is a city in the eastern part of Germany located on the Spree River and three railway lines 100 kilometers away from Berlin. The population of the city reached 110 thousands in 2010. … Open
One of the most unusual entertainment facilities in Cottbus is the student club Muggefug, which is entirely managed by local youth. All comers are welcome, the entertainment program is very rich and diverse in the club. Here they often hold musical concerts, literary evenings, theatrical performances and art exhibitions. Most of the program is organized by local students themselves who often invite prominent figures of contemporary culture.
Altmarkt in Cottbus The city has a number of clubs and bars, which would be of interest to fans of nightlife. The most famous nightspot is Comicaze Club located on one of the central streets of the city. This is where young people like to hang out. The club always plays modern music, and one of its main advantages is a large selection of local beers.
Cottbus is a great place to go for a family vacation. Here you will find both attractions and museums that would be of interest to each family member (Branitz Palace and Park, the Cottbus … Open
Rich music and entertainment programs are also offered to visitors in Midpoint Shisha Club & Cocktail Lounge. It is one of the most stylish and spectacular in town. Fans of rest in a refined setting will surely love it here. In addition to locally popular beer, you can try a lot of original cocktails and snacks. An undeniable advantage of the club is its thoroughly selected music. Gladhouse is the most popular club among dance lovers. It offers visitors a huge dance floor and all the conditions for a memorable evening rest. Unlike many others, this club is open until late at night, so it is especially popular with tourists.
Amtsgericht in Cottbus XXS City Grill stands out among original Cottbus nightclubs. It is remarkable for having its own grill bar. This club can be perfect for a late dinner or a relaxed evening over a glass of beer. Since most restaurants and bars close quite early, the club is very popular with party goers.
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Cottbus
♥   Landscape Park 'Krzesiński Park Krajobrazowy' , 47.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Landscape Park 'Gryżyński Park Krajobrazowy' , 78.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Sächsische Schweiz' , 94.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'České Švýcarsko' , 98.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Park Narodowy "Ujście Warty"' , 99.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Cottbus
♥   Amusement park 'Kulturinsel Einsiedel' Zentendorf bei Görlitz, 70.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Spree-Park' Berlin, 98.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Cottbus
♥   Water park 'Tropical Islands' Briesen, Brandenburg, 50.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Aquapark Zielona Góra' , 84.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Centrum Babylon Liberec' , 122.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Aqua Park Špindlerův Mlýn' , 145.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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City break ideas for neighbours of Cottbus

Guide to your best city break in Cottbus - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Cottbus - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Cottbus?' disappears immediately.
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