Jüttelsbergtreffen
Border meeting of the Five-Community Region on the Jüttelsberg between Saxony and Czechia
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Border Meeting at a Symbolic Location
The Jüttelsberg (483 m above sea level) is not just a scenic mountain in the Lusatian Highlands – it is a symbol. It lies directly on the German-Czech border, shared by five communities: Neusalza-Spremberg (DE), Schluckenau / Šluknov (CZ), Sohland an der Spree (DE), Steinigtwolmsdorf (DE), and Lipová u Šluknova (CZ). The Jüttelsbergtreffen, which first took place in 2023 and is heading into its fourth edition in 2026, brings these five places together once a year for a citizens' meeting on the mountain.
What Happens at the Meeting?
The program remains deliberately manageable – not a commercial Volksfest, but a genuine citizens' encounter. Starting at 2:00 PM, the mayors of the five communities gather on the Jüttelsberg, deliver short speeches, and hoist the flags of their towns. A brass band from one of the communities (a different one each year – alternating between German and Czech) plays traditional pieces. Food and drinks come from both sides of the border – Saxon bratwurst alongside Czech dumplings, Radeberger Pils next to Velkopopovický Kozel, Stollen next to Vánočka. Conversations, walks on the mountain, and short hiking tours on the surrounding high trails round off the afternoon.
A 30-Year-Old Tradition Since 2023
Unlike the centuries-old Volksfeste in Upper Lusatia, the Jüttelsbergtreffen is young: the first meeting took place in 2023 – an initiative by the five communities seeking a common forum after decades of separation by the old GDR-CSSR border (1948–1989) and after the EU enlargement in 2004. 2026 marks the 4th edition – the format is currently establishing itself as a firm tradition in the border region.
Neusalza-Spremberg and the Lusatian Highlands
The town of Neusalza-Spremberg, with around 3,200 inhabitants, is located in the Görlitz district, in the southern part of Upper Lusatia, at the transition to the Lusatian Highlands. It is known for its Reiterhaus, the oldest surviving Umgebindehaus (a type of traditional timber-frame house) in Saxony (built in 1660). The region is characterized by the typical Upper Lusatian Umgebinde construction – a mix of half-timbered, log, and solid construction. Visitors to the Jüttelsbergtreffen can combine their visit with a hike up the Strážný mountain (CZ side) or a tour through the Spree headwaters area.
Jüttelsbergtreffen — edition 2026
2026 Edition — 4th Run
The Jüttelsbergtreffen enters its fourth round in 2026. After its premiere in 2023 and three successful editions, the format is solidifying as a firm tradition in the border region. On the Jüttelsberg, mayors and citizens of the five communities gather for a deliberately low-key meeting – not a commercial event, but a genuine citizens' encounter with speeches, music, and refreshments.
A brass band from one of the five communities (the exact selection will be announced by the town of Neusalza-Spremberg shortly before the date) will perform in the afternoon. Food and drinks will be available from both sides of the border – Saxon classics alongside Czech specialties. If you're lucky, you might get Vánočka (Czech yeast pastry) with your coffee.
Programme Jüttelsbergtreffen 2026
Sunday, May 24, 2026
- From 1:00 PM: Ascent possible from both sides of the border
- 2:00 PM: Opening of the meeting on the Jüttelsberg – welcome by the mayors of the five communities, hoisting of the flags
- 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Brass band concert, catering by the five communities (food and drinks from DE and CZ)
- Afternoon: Walks on the mountain, short hikes on the high trails, conversations
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Winding down the event
Highlights Jüttelsbergtreffen 2026
- Border meeting of the Five-Community Region: Neusalza-Spremberg, Schluckenau, Sohland, Steinigtwolmsdorf, Lipová
- Symbolic location: the Jüttelsberg on the German-Czech border
- Mayoral speeches and flags of the five communities
- Food and drinks from DE and CZ
- Brass band from one of the five communities
- Free admission, sturdy footwear recommended
Prices Jüttelsbergtreffen 2026
Free admission. Food and drinks are offered by the five communities at special prices – Saxon and Czech specialties.
Practical information — Jüttelsbergtreffen
Date 2026
Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 2:00 PM.
Location
Jüttelsberg, 483 m above sea level, German-Czech border. Ascent from the German side via Neusalza-Spremberg (Niederneusalza hiking parking lot, approx. 30 min ascent) or from the Czech side via Schluckenau / Šluknov. Sturdy footwear recommended.
Admission
Free.
Getting There
By car via the B96 (Bautzen – Zittau) to Neusalza-Spremberg, then follow signs to the Jüttelsberg hiking parking lot. By bus from Bautzen or Zittau (RVS lines).
Contact
Neusalza-Spremberg Town Administration, Antje Wendler-Jung (Mayor's Assistant): +49 35872 361-0 or [email protected].
Tip
Bring your ID card – the border is symbolic, but it may be required for checks. Sun protection, sturdy footwear, and hiking attire recommended.
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Where it takes place Jüttelsbergtreffen
Jüttelsberg — deutsch-tschechische Grenze
Jüttelsberg, 02742 Neusalza-Spremberg