Discover Paulsdorf

When planning a stay in Paulsdorf, the water-based activities are an obvious focus, but they differ considerably. Paulsdorf beach has shallow water access, a sandy beach area and a SUP station at the entrance. The Talsperre Malter leisure pool includes a 25-metre swimming pool with three lanes. These features can help you decide whether to focus on a day at the beach, stand-up paddling or swimming laps. A boat rental and a local wayside shrine offer further options for other interests.

Swimming and water sports

The shallow water access at Paulsdorf beach is particularly beneficial for children. The sandy beach area includes large straw parasols and beach loungers. This gives you several specific points to consider when planning a day of swimming: the nature of the water entry, a sandy area, and the features mentioned on the beach. If you are travelling with children, the explicitly mentioned shallow access is a relevant feature; the parasols and loungers describe other aspects of the beach setup.

The entrance to Paulsdorf beach leads directly to the SUP station. If you are planning to go stand-up paddling, this provides a specific indication of where the station is located in relation to the beach. Boat rental is also available at the swimming area when lifeguards are present. If renting a boat is important for your visit, check in advance whether this condition is met. SUP and boat rental therefore offer two different ways to get out on the water; boat rental is expressly conditional on lifeguards being present.

The 25-metre pool with three lanes at the Talsperre Malter leisure pool offers a different focus from the shallow water access at Paulsdorf beach. If you want to swim laps, the pool size is a specific point of reference. The beach access, by contrast, answers questions about entering the water and having a sandy beach area. When choosing between these swimming options, you can weigh up whether a pool with lanes or shallow access at the beach matters more to you.

Location and getting there

Paulsdorf campsite is right next to the beach. The Paulsdorf district is on the opposite side of Malter station; it also has an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor leisure pool. If travelling by train, it is advisable to check the railway operator’s latest service information.

On 29 April 2026, the Saxon media service reported that a pedestrian and cycle bridge had opened in Paulsdorf. If you would like to explore the area on foot or by bike, you can take this infrastructure update into account when planning your route and choose the route that suits your starting point.

Culture beyond the water

Another local point of interest is the Paulsdorf wayside shrine, a sandstone column with four pictorial reliefs. The depictions show Christ crucified, his mother Mary and his beloved disciple John. Unlike the swimming and water-based activities, the focus here is on religious art. If you are not basing your travel decision solely on leisure activities, the wayside shrine offers a clearly defined cultural theme alongside the beach and swimming pool.

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