Welcome to Altenberg
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Say goodbye to the stress of flying – whatever the weather!

Holidays in the Ore Mountains

AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg

Nestled amongst vast fields, rolling hills and dense forests, the 3.5-star AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg is situated in the spa town of Altenberg, within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Erzgebirge/Krušnohoří Mining Region. Just 40 km from Dresden, Altenberg is the ideal starting point for hikes, cycle rides and winter sports. Look forward to an unforgettable family holiday in one of Germany’s most beautiful regions, in Saxony.

Uwe Metzler
Our guests love coming to see us :)

„Glück Auf! We use this greeting for good reason here in the beautiful Ore Mountains, which, as the UNESCO World Heritage Site ‘Ore Mountains/Krušnohoří Mining Region’, preserves an impressive piece of mining history. Come and discover our region.“

Uwe Metzler | Hotel Manager

Compelling reasons to choose Saxony

Why holiday in the Thuringian Forest at the AHORN Seehotel Templin

Altenberg, a health resort

Health resort

Altenberg is the perfect place to relax

Saxon Switzerland

Lübbesee right on the doorstep

Not far from Saxon Switzerland, Dresden and Prague

Waldhotel Altenberg Outdoor Pool

Holidays in any weather

A wide range of indoor and outdoor leisure activities

Ahorn Waldhotel Altenberg Half-Board Restaurant

Ideally supplied

Breakfast or half board & packed lunches for our hikers

Variety for your holiday

Always included

These inclusive services await you with every stay.

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    Breakfast buffet

    with a waffle and egg station
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    The hotel's own cinema

    Different films every day
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    Fitness room with course programme e.g. Pilates, Zumba and yoga

    e.g. Pilates, Zumba, yoga
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    YOKI AHORN children's world with children's programmes

    with children's programmes
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    Evening entertainment

    Dance evenings, children’s disco, games
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    Extensive leisure and activity options

    Versatile & weather-proof
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    Pool fun

    Indoor and seasonal outdoor pool
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    In-house animation team "Active Team"

    Our in-house "Active Team"
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    Streichelgehege

    Fütterung mit dem Active Team
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    WLAN Internet

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    Good to know

    Quick overview

    • Cut down on your waiting time and use our online check-in service from 24 hours before arrival. Simply check in in advance and, upon arrival, just collect your room key from reception.

      Your benefits:

      • Online check-in from 24 hours before arrival

      • A quicker check-in process on arrival

      • Faster access to your room

      • contactless and time-saving

      Do you have a voucher and wish to redeem it?
      To enable us to process this, we would ask you to check in at our reception, as online check-in is not possible when using a voucher.

    • Check-in: from 3 pm
      Check-out: by 11 am

      Early check-in from 11 am
      Start your holiday earlier and enjoy the hotel’s wide range of leisure activities from 11 am on the day of arrival. On request, subject to availability and for a fee.

      Late check-out until 4 pm Would
      you like to sleep in a little longer? Extend your stay with our late check-out until 4 pm. Available on request, subject to availability and for a fee.

    • For hygiene reasons, we have designated specific rooms in our hotel where guests may stay with their dogs. As the number of rooms available for guests with dogs is limited, it is essential to declare your dog at the time of booking, and your stay with your dog is only possible following confirmation from the hotel. Unfortunately, other animals are not permitted.

      Please note that if you register your dog after your booking has been confirmed, the hotel may still have to refuse your booking if the designated dog-friendly rooms are already fully booked.

      • €20 per dog per night
      • A maximum of 1 dog per room is permitted
      • Dogs are permitted only in the à la carte restaurant, not in the half-board restaurant
      • Special cleaning fee of €100 if a dog is present without prior notification or if a second dog is in the room.

    • Yes, Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel.

    • A charging point with a capacity of up to 22 kW is available at the hotel. The eMH3 Twin model features two sockets, allowing two vehicles to be charged simultaneously at 11 kW each.

      Important information

      • Please bring your own charging cable (no cables available for hire on site)
      • Charging takes approx. 2 to 4 hours, depending on battery capacity

      Operator
      The charging points are operated by ENGIE Deutschland – one of Europe’s leading providers of charging solutions.

      Accepted charging cards (selection)

      • Supported charging cards include: DKV, EnBW, E.ON, Shell, Ionity, EWE Go, Innogy, Last Mile Solutions, TotalEnergies, Enel, Greenflux, Maingau, Vattenfall, Aral Pulse

      Note on availability
      Please note that the supported providers may change at any time due to ongoing roaming agreements. We therefore do not guarantee that this list is exhaustive.

    • Yes, paid parking is available at the hotel.

      Parking fees:

      • March – November: €4–12 per night

      • December – February: €9–14 per night

      Also available:

      • Charging points for electric cars

      • Disabled parking spaces

    • Sie sind bereits bei uns eingecheckt? In unserer digitalen Gästemappe finden Sie hilfreiche Informationen, Angebote und Tipps für Ihren Aufenthalt.

      Inhalte auf einen Blick:

      • Aktivitäten inkl. Freizeitprogramm

      • Lageplan

      • Kulinarik

      • Wohlfühlangebote

      • AHORN Shop

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    • The environment is particularly close to our hearts: having been awarded the DEHOGA Environmental Check in Gold – the highest category – we are committed to consistently sustainable and environmentally conscious practices.

      For example, our energy and water consumption is at least 30% below the average for comparable establishments.

      What is the DEHOGA Environmental Check?

      The DEHOGA Environmental Check assesses hotels in four key areas:

      • Water consumption
      • Energy consumption
      • Waste generation
      • Food usage

      In doing so, it creates transparency and makes sustainable commitment measurable.

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    Our rooms

    • 222 rooms spread over 4 floors
    • 6 different room categories
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • 49-inch TV
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Dogs allowed in selected rooms
    • Allergy-friendly options available
    • Great rates for children
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    Leisure & activities
    around Altenberg

    • Indoor and outdoor activities
    • Day trip ideas
    • Regional natural highlights
    • Cultural highlights


    Active Team
    You can keep yourself busy with our activities, or let our Active Team look after you.

    Our leisure activities

    AHORN World of Delights

    • extensive breakfast buffet
    • YOKI AHORN children’s buffet
    • Packed lunches for our hikers
    • Half-board evening buffet for connoisseurs
    • À la carte restaurant "Glück Auf"
    See the restaurants

    Leisure & activities
    around Altenberg

    • Indoor and outdoor activities
    • Day trip ideas
    • Regional natural highlights
    • Cultural highlights


    Active Team
    You can keep yourself busy with our activities, or let our Active Team look after you.

    Our leisure activities

    Adventures for the little ones

    YOKI AHORN
    Children's World

    As the mascot of AHORN Hotels & Resorts, I, YOKI AHORN, welcome my little guests to the YOKI AHORN Children’s World at the AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg! Together with my Active Team, I make sure everyone is in a great holiday mood and has lots of fun! I’ve got an absolutely brilliant programme for all my little friends – they can run riot on the children’s playground, splash about in the indoor pool or play to their heart’s content in the indoor children’s play area!

    To the Children's World
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    Sauna and heat

    Treat yourself to a relaxing break in the sauna and leave the stresses of everyday life behind. Use of the sauna is available for an additional charge. Sauna opening times vary depending on the hotel; please enquire at reception for the times of the steam sessions.

    • Opening hours: Sauna opening hours vary depending on the hotel, but are generally between 9:00 and 20:00. You can find out the current times directly at reception.
    • Temperature: Depending on the type of sauna, you can expect soothing warmth at different temperatures – ideal for relaxing, unwinding and recharging.
    • Use: The sauna is available at selected AHORN Hotels & Resorts for an additional charge.
    • Infusions: Times and available types of infusion may vary depending on the hotel and are announced directly at reception.
    Zertifikat Familien Urlaub In Sachsen

    Tempting offers

    Still looking for the best hotel deal for your holiday? Enjoy an unforgettable holiday at AHORN Hotels & Resorts in Germany’s most beautiful natural regions. Attractive hotel deals promise a holiday full of variety!

    Browse through our wide range of offers for every occasion here. Whether it’s a short break over the holidays at our hotels in Thuringia and Saxony, you’ll find your perfect holiday deal here! Discover all our special offers too!

    An overview of all offers
    • Children’s Play Area at the Ahorn Waldhotel Altenberg

      Save up to 25%!

      Get 1 night free!

      Special offers

      Save up to 25% and look forward to your holiday in Germany twice as much! Discover the wide range of leisure activities on offer at the Waldhotel Altenberg.

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    • Ahorn Waldhotel Altenberg Beer Garden
      Summer festival. Dance. Fairy tales

      Events

      Come and enjoy a variety of events and exciting themed weekends in the beautiful Ore Mountains – perfect for the whole family!

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    • Ahorn Waldhotel Altenberg New Year's Eve
      Easter. Ascension Day. Pentecost

      Public holidays

      Discover our attractive hotel offers for Easter, Ascension Day, Whitsun, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Book now and enjoy a special break over the holidays!

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      What our guests say

      • AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg

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        We’d love to come back again and again. Family-friendly, with indoor and outdoor play areas, excellent access to hiking trails and a cross-country ski trail right behind the house, a wide range of activities available on site and plenty of entertainment options.
        Walli
      • AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg

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        A family-friendly hotel with plenty of leisure activities. A great hotel for families with children, offering plenty of extras even when the weather isn’t so good, such as the kids’ play area, the cinema or the swimming pool! Outside, there are three playgrounds for different age groups, as well as a mini-golf course and a basketball court.
        Irina
      • AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg

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        We always love staying here. The hotel is very spacious, with plenty to do for young and old alike. Its location in the heart of the forest ensures peace and relaxation
        Sylke
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        The hotel is situated on a hill and surrounded by woodland, so you can set off on hiking trails straight from the door. Ski and sledge hire is available. There is an indoor pool with a water temperature of 30 degrees.
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        News & Tips

        There’s always something going on at our hotel and in the local area: look forward to the latest news, a wide range of activities and exciting sporting events.

        • WHS Outdoor Pool: Children's Paddling Pool Jul22

          Swimming in the Ore Mountains

          Outdoor pool open from 18 May

          From 18 May, it’s time once again to take a dip, cool off and enjoy the summer freshness of the Eastern Ore Mountains. The outdoor pool at the AHORN Waldhotel Altenberg opens, offering refreshing moments of relaxation after a hike, a family outing or a relaxing day in nature.

        • Fussball Wm Public Viewing

          World Cup Lounge – Football live! ⚽

          11 June 2026 – 19 July 2026

          Experience the World Cup in a fantastic atmosphere, including all matches involving Germany, in our World Cup LOUNGE.

          Cheer on the team and celebrate together!

        • Summer Festival in Altenberg

          Summer festivals in Altenberg

          This weekend, all our guests can look forward to a colourful summer festival on the hotel grounds. Saturday in particular promises a great atmosphere: look forward to musical entertainment and plenty of fun and games for young and old alike. A variety of food and drink will be available (at your own expense). Come along and enjoy the summer atmosphere!

          Dates: 11 July | 25 July | 8 August 2026

        • Botanischer Garten

          Saisoneröffnung im Botanischen Garten Schellerhau

          01.05.2026: im Botanischen Garten Schellerhau

          • Start in die Gartensaison
          • Natur und Pflanzenwelt erleben
          • frühlingshafte Atmosphäre in Schellerhau
          • schöner Ausflug für Paare und Familien

          Tipp: Ideal für alle, die den Frühling in besonderer Umgebung genießen möchten.

        • Sommerferien Wanderung

          Frühjahrs-Wanderwoche

          15.05. - 25.05.2026: in Altenberg

          • aktive Frühlingstage in der Natur
          • gemeinsame Wandererlebnisse in der Region
          • frische Bergluft und schöne Ausblicke
          • Ausflugstipp für Erholung und Bewegung

          Tipp: Perfekt für alle, die ihren Urlaub im Frühling aktiv gestalten möchten.

        • Schutzenfest

          Schützenfest Altenberg

          30.05.2026: in Altenberg

          • traditionelles Fest in geselliger Atmosphäre
          • regionaler Brauch und gemeinsames Feiern
          • Erlebnis für Gäste und Einheimische
          • schöner Veranstaltungstipp im Frühsommer

          Tipp: Ideal für alle, die Altenberg von seiner traditionellen Seite erleben möchten.

        • Kitscherfest Geising

          Klitscherfest Geising

          11.07. - 12.07.2026: in Geising

          • sommerliches Fest in Geising
          • gesellige Stimmung für Gäste und Einheimische
          • regionales Highlight im Juli
          • schöner Ausflug in die Umgebung

          Tipp: Ideal für alle, die ein sommerliches Fest in der Region erleben möchten.

        • Sommerfest Hist Sammlung

          Sommerfest Historische Sammlung Altenberg

          18.07.2026: in Altenberg

          • Sommerfest mit historischem Bezug
          • besonderes Erlebnis rund um regionale Geschichte
          • stimmungsvolle Veranstaltung im Sommer
          • Ausflugstipp für Groß und Klein

          Tipp: Schön für alle, die Kultur und Geschichte mit einem Sommerausflug verbinden möchten.

        • Sommer Erlebnisberg

          Sommerfest am Erlebnisberg Altenberg

          25.07.2026: am Erlebnisberg Altenberg

          • sommerliches Familienfest
          • Erlebnis und Unterhaltung am Berg
          • abwechslungsreicher Ausflug in den Ferien
          • besondere Atmosphäre in Altenberg

          Tipp: Perfekt für einen Familienausflug mit Sommerstimmung.

        • Fruhjahres Wanderung

          Sommerferien-Wanderwoche

          25.07. - 02.08.2026: in Altenberg

          • aktive Ferientage in der Natur
          • Wandererlebnisse für Familien und Aktive
          • abwechslungsreiche Urlaubstage
          • Naturgenuss im Sommer

          Tipp: Ideal für alle, die die Ferien aktiv in der Region verbringen möchten.

        • Nachtrodeln

          Nachtrodeln in Altenberg

          08.08.2026: am Erlebnisberg Altenberg

          • besonderes Rodelerlebnis am Abend
          • sommerliches Highlight mit Actionfaktor
          • außergewöhnliche Atmosphäre bei Nacht
          • Erlebnis für Groß und Klein

          Tipp: Perfekt für alle, die Altenberg einmal von einer ganz besonderen Seite erleben möchten.

        • Altenberger Festival

          Altenberger Festival

          21.08. - 23.08.2026: in Altenberg

          • Festivalwochenende mit besonderem Programm
          • Auftritte mit Olaf Schubert und den Kastelruther Spatzen
          • großes Event im Spätsommer
          • musikalischer Höhepunkt in der Region

          Tipp: Ideal für alle, die Live-Unterhaltung und Festivalstimmung mögen.

        • Barensteiner Marktnacht

          Bärensteiner Marktnacht

          29.08.2026: in Bärenstein

          • abendliches Markterlebnis in Bärenstein
          • besondere Atmosphäre in der Region
          • geselliges Event im Spätsommer
          • schöner Ausflug für Paare und Freunde

          Tipp: Perfekt für alle, die stimmungsvolle Abende in der Region genießen möchten.

        • 575jahre Altenberg

          575 Jahre Stadtrecht Altenberg

          29.08. - 06.09.2026: in Altenberg

          • besonderes Jubiläum der Stadt Altenberg
          • festliche Stimmung und regionales Programm
          • historischer Anlass mit besonderem Charakter
          • ein Ereignis, das nicht jedes Jahr stattfindet

          Tipp: Ideal für alle, die ein ganz besonderes Jubiläumsjahr miterleben möchten.

        • Krautermarkt Schellerhau

          Kräutermarkt in Schellerhau

          30.08.2026: im Botanischen Garten Schellerhau

          • regionaler Markt mit Kräutern und Naturthemen
          • besondere Atmosphäre im Botanischen Garten
          • entspanntes Bummeln und Entdecken
          • schöner Ausflug für Genießer

          Tipp: Perfekt für alle, die Natur, Düfte und regionale Produkte mögen.

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