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Discovery tour of Augustusburg
Your cultural weekend trip between Chemnitz and Augustusburg
Augustusburg Discovery Tour Culture, Pleasure & Panorama
Fancy a weekend full of new experiences? With our
“Augustusburg Discovery Tour”
combine urban comfort in
Hotel c/o56 Chemnitz
The package includes
two nights in a double room, a rich
Breakfast buffet, a
welcome drink and
Dinner on the day of arrivalthat
public transport ticket for your trip, which
Museum admission
and the
Fride on the cable car.
And best of all, you also save 20% compared to the current daily rate.
from
£144 per night in a double room
Free cancellation up to 3 days before arrival – flexible booking without risk.
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Why Augustusburg?
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Our Augustusburg package at a glance
20% discount
to the current daily rate.
2 nights' accommodation
Includes breakfast buffet with fresh bread rolls from the bakery.
Augustus Castle
Includes admission to the museum of your choice, a ride on the cable car and travel with a public transport ticket.
welcome drink
in our Lounge56 to get your break off to a comfortable start.
Dinner
in our Lounge56 on the day of arrival.
Your short break to Augustusburg
With the arrangement “Augustusburg Discovery Tour” experience A journey full of culture, history and Saxon charm. Your starting point, the Hotel c/o56 Chemnitz, is only 30 minutes away – ideal for visiting Augustusburg and the Chemnitz, City of Culture to discover. After a relaxed start in the Hotel c/o56 Chemnitz Take the public transport ticket towards Augustusburg. Even the journey with the cable car is an experience. As you glide over the slopes of the Zschopau Valley, the view opens up over forests and the Ore Mountains. A place full of atmosphere awaits you upstairs. Small shops, cafés and viewpoints invite you to stroll around, museums and exhibitions bring history to life, and Augustusburg Castle towers over the town as its landmark. If you want to be active, there are circular hiking trails and panoramic tours that pass right by the town.
In the evening, return to Chemnitz and round off the day with a drink in our cosy Lounge56 or a stroll through the Küchwald forest.
A weekend that combines relaxation, culture and adventure, and is twice as enjoyable thanks to a 20% discount.
Augustusburg – more than just a castle
Located high above the Zschopau Valley, it connects Augustus Castle History, nature and Saxon lifestyle in a charming way. The place is known for its impressive Renaissance castle, but the town itself has much more to offer. In the small old town, cosy cafés, craft shops and inns invite you to linger. In summer, festivals, markets and concerts bring lively activity to the market square, while in winter Augustusburg becomes a quiet vantage point overlooking the snow-covered Ore Mountains.
Hiking and cycling trails run around the town, leading through forests, meadows and along the River Zschopau, ideal for nature lovers and active explorers. The historic Erdmannsdorf–Augustusburg cable carwhich has connected the lower part of the town with the Schlossberg for over 100 years and offers impressive views along the way.
Augustusburg is a place with character and heart. Here, culture meets nature, tradition meets modernity. The town is not only a starting point for adventures in the Ore Mountains, but also a destination in its own right, inspiring visitors with its diversity, tranquillity and genuine hospitality – a place you will want to return to again and again.
Ready for your journey of discovery?
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What you should know about the Augustusburg Package
How do I get from Chemnitz to Augustusburg?
With the public transport ticket included in the package, you can easily reach Augustusburg in around 30 minutes. A highlight is the ride on the historic Erdmannsdorf–Augustusburg cable car, which takes you directly to the castle hill.
When is the best time to visit Augustusburg and Chemnitz?
Both destinations are attractive all year round: spring and summer offer ideal conditions for excursions and hikes, autumn attracts visitors with cultural events, and in winter Augustusburg is transformed into a romantic destination with views over the snow-covered Ore Mountains.
Is the package also suitable for families?
Yes, the "Augustusburg Discovery Tour" is suitable for both couples and families. Children love the cable car and the interactive museums in the castle. Family rooms can be booked at the hotel on request.
How long does the visit to Augustusburg take?
You should plan at least half a day for the trip to explore the town, castle, cafés and viewpoints at a leisurely pace. Many visitors spend a whole day there – ideal for a change of scenery during your short break.
Which museums can I visit in Augustusburg?
The motorcycle museum, the hunting and ornithology museum and changing special exhibitions in the castle are particularly popular. Admission to the museum is included in the package.
Does the hotel offer parking facilities?
During your stay at the c/o56 conference hotel in Chemnitz, you can use the public parking spaces on the street free of charge or rent a space in our underground car park for €14 per 24 hours.
In addition, 6 electric charging stations are available to our guests free of charge .
What else is there to see in Augustusburg besides the castle?
In addition to Augustusburg Castle, museums, viewpoints, cafés, small shops and numerous hiking and cycling trails await you around the town. Seasonal events such as markets and open-air concerts also make Augustusburg worth visiting all year round.
Can I still go on the trip if the weather is bad?
Yes! Many attractions such as museums, cafés and galleries are indoors. Even a ride on the cable car is a special experience in rain or snow, with views of the Ore Mountains.
What makes Chemnitz particularly attractive as a starting point?
Chemnitz was European Capital of Culture in 2025 and today offers a lively mix of art, history and modern architecture. From here, you can easily reach Augustusburg, the Ore Mountains, Dresden or Leipzig by car or train.
Where can I find the cable car timetable?
You can find the timetable here.
What else interests our guests:
Breakfast at c/o 56
from £20.00 per person
Parking & electric charging station
from £14.00 per day
Staying overnight at c/o 56
from £69.00 per person
