Welcome to the Mountain Inn
„Alte Schmiede Lückendorf***"
Awarded "Guest Favorite 2026" in Upper Lusatia
Step inside and make yourself at home!
Our countryside hotel, nestled in the heart of the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, serves as your personal sanctuary for unforgettable days.
Far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life—and surrounded by a soothing tranquility—our inn transforms into your very own holiday paradise.
Whether enjoying leisurely strolls in the crisp mountain air or embarking on challenging hikes through the romantic alpine landscape, here you will find your harmony with nature. Unwind completely and recharge your energy for whatever lies ahead.
We look forward to pampering you!
Discover Your Getaway in the Heart of Nature
Let yourself be enchanted by the truly special treasures of our region.
Here, unforgettable moments and experiences await you—moments that touch both mind and soul:
- A Natural Paradise Right on Your Doorstep: We are idyllically nestled within the Zittau Mountains Nature Park and the Upper Lusatian Highlands. Enjoy breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and go hiking year-round—even across national borders.
- Adventure with Insider Knowledge: Explore the region like a local! Our in-house hiking and mountain biking guiding service, "LUKAS," will reveal the most beautiful hidden gems to you.
- Living History Up Close: Embark on a journey through European history. Walk in the footsteps of Napoleon Bonaparte, explore the impressive architectural marvels of Emperor Charles IV, and stay right where the legendary realm of Rübezahl begins.
- Local Pride & Tradition: Discover firsthand the fascinating story behind the traditional *Umgebinde* houses.
- Nostalgia on Rails: Visit the picturesque neighboring towns in total relaxation aboard the historic steam railway—a true relic, nearly 130 years old.
A Historic Landmark Full of Character and Charm
Be our guest at Germany’s southeasternmost inn
and soak up the unique flair of our historic establishment.
We look forward to pampering you!
Your Team at the
*Alte Schmiede*
DISTANCE FROM BUSINESS AND EVERYDAY LIFE
A romantic natural landscape and wonderfully fresh mountain air await you. Far away from the hustle and bustle and the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you can enjoy the tranquility, the security and the culinary offers in our cozy, familyrun mountain inn, the most south-eastern inn in Germany. You are welcome to explore the landscape with our guide on foot or on two wheels. Therefore, a longer stay in our house is worthwhile.
Almost next to the front door you will find the border crossing to the Czech Republic - the intersection of all hiking trails to the Hochwald (749.5m) - to the pottery area and to Oybin with its castle and monastery complexes and the steam-operated narrow-gauge railway - by car you can reach the ice sports center and the butterfly house in Jonsdorf (8km) - the Trixi swimming park in Großschönau (12km) and the toboggan run in Oberoderwitz (21km).
At 749,5 meters above sea level, the Hochwald is the highest inhabited mountain in Germany, east of the Elbe. From its peaks there is a wonderful panoramic view over the Lusatian and Bohemian highlands to the Elbe Sandstone Mountains and the Giant Mountains. Once at the summit, two mountain inns await you for a stop; the Hochwaldbaude on the south side and the Turmstübel on the north side.
Excursions
If the weather is uncertain, a visit to the historic town of Zittau is well worth it. Explore its charming old town and Germany's oldest fully restored public bathhouse. In the Church of the Holy Cross ("Zum Heiligen Kreuz"), you can admire the famous Great Zittau Lenten Veil from 1472, while the Franciscan Monastery houses the Small Zittau Lenten Veil from 1573. Both Lenten veils are remarkable textile treasures of the Upper Lusatia region and are considered cultural heritage of European significance.
Enjoy a day trip to St. Marienthal Monastery near Ostritz, the oldest monastery in Saxony, or visit the historic twin towns of Görlitz and Bautzen, both long-standing partner cities of Zittau. On your way back, drive past the picturesque Olbersdorf Lake before returning to Lückendorf, where the glowing forge fire already welcomes you at the restaurant.
Experience Tradition
The Alte Schmiede Lückendorf (Old Forge) was built in the 17th century and is a traditional Upper Lusatian timber-framed house (Umgebindehaus) that is protected as a historic monument.
In 1997/98, the building was carefully restored and reopened as the "Alte Schmiede" inn and restaurant.
Lückendorf is one of the oldest villages in Upper Lusatia and was founded in 1391 by carters who traveled the historic mountain pass and trade route between Saxony and Bohemia with their horse-drawn wagons. For several centuries, the people of Lückendorf earned their living through agriculture and by providing horse teams to assist merchants along this important trade route.