--- title: "The most beautiful cycle routes in and around Leipzig" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/blog/5-bike-routes-in-leipzig" language: "en" type: "Article, BlogPosting" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1443363/824c09962e5e0412822f049c37e6f87a6bd872f37e345a9a86c0ec6ca196ddce/cyclist-at-lake-markkleeberg-in-leipzig.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Special > Destination.Data Details > Blog" --- Share The most beautiful cycle routes in and around Leipzig ===================================================== - Cycling - Top highlight - 24/07/2025 Cyclist at Lake Markkleeberg in Leipzig Leipzig and the region are perfect for exploring by **bike**. Whether you're a **sports fan** or a more leisurely cyclist, Leipzig has the right route for everyone. We have put together the **most beautiful cycle routes in and around Leipzig** for you. Leipzig-Elbe cycle route The most famous cycle path in Germany is the Elbe Cycle Path. The connection between the city of Leipzig and the popular Elbe cycle path is via the lesser-known **Leipzig-Elbe cycle route**. The alternates between village and rural idylls. **Wide fields and floodplains** dominate the picture. A highlight of the route is the , which is located directly on a **heart-shaped lake** and is a great place to take a break. The with its extensive meadows, forests and tranquil ponds is also very attractive. **Numerous windmills, old castles and village churches worth seeing** line the route, which mainly runs along country roads with little traffic. The cycle path is crossed by the , the and the , which also allows you to explore various circular routes. - Mountain church Beucha - Time out on the footbridge in the Dahlener Heide - Hiking in the Leipzig region ### Our recommendations 79.30 km - Cycling Coal \| Steam \| Light cycle route Starting point Leipzig: Why is the **Sachsenbrücke** the perfect start for your cycle tour? This is where what belongs together comes together. Nowhere else do the different characteristics of Leipzig come together as much as here. One last hot coffee from the **coffee cart on wheels** and the tour can begin. Heading north, we start our tour and leave the city center behind us. The is primarily intended, as the name suggests, to provide insights into the biggest **structural change in the German economy**. On the **120 km long route**, cyclists can not only marvel at the **former large-scale open-cast mining equipment**, but also explore the **lakes** that were created as a result. You can make your first stop after just one hour of cycling fun at &nbsp. Not only **water sports**, but also cultural highlights such as the and the await you here. We continue on to the with its interesting old town and the outdoor exhibition with **paddle wheel and boulders**. Instead of continuing our ride further north towards Lutherstadt Wittenberg, however, we take a north-easterly turn towards . Did you know that the Coal \| Steam \| Light Cycle Route has been extended towards the southern Leipzig New Lake District? In the long term, a **connection to Thuringia** is being considered.</p - Restaurant LEVANTE am Schladitzer See - Gastronomy in the Leipzig Region - Delitzsch Baroque Palace - Places of interest in the Leipzig region - Schladitz Bay - Leipzig New Lake District Fruit country route As the name suggests, the Obstland route takes you through the . On almost 60 kilometers you drive past **wonderful orchards and experience pure idyll**. A perfect detour for anyone who wants to escape the city for a few hours. The large consists of **three small themed routes**, which focus on the **history of fruit growing** or the **spiritual buildings** along the route, for example. A good way to start the route is to begin at the . You ll get from Leipzig to Oschatz within a 30-minute train ride. A then takes you to . The cycle route starts here and takes you past sweet farm stores selling **regional fruit and vegetables** and great recipe ideas. The final stop is . The train connection will take you from here back to Leipzig city center. PS: If you haven't cycled enough at this point, you can of course **cover a few more kilometres** on the **Mulderadweg** long-distance cycle path. - There is a lot to discover on the Obstland route. \| Photo: Andreas Schmidt - Farmers' market in Leisnig - stalls at the Buch monastery in the Leipzig region - Döllnitzbahn "Wilder Robert" - Leipzig region ### Our recommendations 57.99 km - Cycling Neuseenland cycle route The fact that Leipzig is also known as a is no longer news. And this water city is also extremely easy to discover by bike. After all, thanks to the flexibility of a bike, you don't have to miss a single bathing spot. What's more, the paths around the many lakes are perfect for a rolling surface. The little refreshment stops along the way offer some nice surprises to sweeten your ride. The most important question of any cycle tour can be answered here: "Where do we take a break"? On the eastern shore of , for example, you will come across the little red , offering **culinary delights for those with a small appetite**. There are numerous restaurants and beer gardens along the route and near the lake. The **total distance is approx. 100 kilometers** and can of course be split into two stages on warm days. For a perfect overview and optimal route planning, we recommend taking a look at the . You can also find out what else there is to discover in addition to swimming opportunities and restaurants on our . It's best to make a plan before your tour and then cycle the highlights along the New Zealand cycle route. - Cycle tour around Lake Störmthal - Leipzig New Lake District - Passenger boat trip near the Mining Technology Park - Leipziger Neuseenland ### Our recommendations 95.68 km - Cycling Torgian cycle path Now we come to the final route of our cycle paths in Leipzig and the region. The Torgische Radweg runs through the middle of the . The start and end points are easy to reach by train, so you can easily cycle this route in one day. If you start in Delitzsch, **67kilometres** separate you from in Torgau. However, as we all know, the journey is the reward and on this route lies the town of . The spa town is a meeting point for many cycle routes, such as the **Mulderadweg** or the **Radweg Berlin-Leipzig**. From Bad Düben, a visit to the **Düben Heath** is worthwhile, as with a bit of luck you may even come across the famous beaver here. On the tour, you will come across a wide variety of mills, some of which can also be visited on **Mill Day on Whit Monday**. Once you arrive in Torgau, a visit to Hartenfels Castle is of course a must. Here you can marvel at an **early Renaissance castle**, which once served as the main and secondary residence of Saxon electors. Really impressive! - ### Our recommendations 66.62 km - Cycling Leipzig Travel24. July 2025 My tip Looking for cycling events in Leipzig and the region? Good news for your **next bike tour** in and around Leipzig: You can leave your car behind. In the MDV area, you can take your bike on the train **free of charge**. You can find easy connections to Leipzig in our brochure . Have you already used other in the Leipzig region that don't appear in this blog? Then write to us about your favorite cycle routes in Leipzig and the Leipzig region. Send a photo and a short description to: Conclusion Do you still have **questions**? Then get in touch **with us**! 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