The commune of Olbersdorf, located south of the district town of Zittau, is the link between the historical district town and the smallest low mountain range in Germany. Explore Olbersdorf and its diversified landscape – the Olbersdorf lake with a well-groomed sand beach, inviting you to take a swim; and the Zittau Mountains, Germany's smallest low mountain range with a stunning nature that provides countless opportunities for sporting activities. Olbersdorf has all kinds of recreation and fun for the whole family. You can, for example, choose among climbing, hiking or cycling on the well-signposted trails.
Even without car, a journey of a few minutes on the Zittau narrow gauge railway has you in the thick of all those activities. But also visitors who are rather interested in the local culture, will find many places in Olbersdorf. Explore the many Umgebindehäuser (timber-framed houses) in the picturesque districs of , which are examples of the unique Upper Lusatian architecture.