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Then take a detour into nature and follow one of the many hiking trails that criss-cross the Leipzig region. The choice is huge. To make your decision a little easier, here are a few of the most popular hiking routes in Leipzig and the surrounding area.<br Heide-Biber-Tour - also with children Are you planning a **familyhiking day**, but don't know where your kids might like it? Then we would like to recommend the **Heide-Biber-Tour** in the **Düben Heath Nature Park**. One section has been specially designed for **children**. Simply follow the from Bad Düben through forests and open heath landscapes and spend a day in nature together! With a bit of luck, the little ones will even discover the works of the **beavers** in the form of beaver lodges or gnawed tree trunks. If you want to use public transport for the return journey, you should shorten the tour to around eight kilometers and call the Rufbus **via the .** Don't have **any children** in tow? Then of course you can also walk the entire **30** **kilometres** of the to Bad Schmiedeberg. Take plenty of time (8 hours or more) and enough provisions with you on the tour. - Eine Gruppe von Kindern steht vor einer Infotafel auf der Heide-Biber-Tour mit Billi Bockert, Biber aus der Heide - Signposts in the Düben Heath, beaver, nature - A family sits together in summer in front of the Bockwindmühle in Bad Düben and has a picnic - Eine Mutter schaut mit ihrem Sohn in einen Ausstellungskasten mit einem ausgestopften Biber im NaturparkHaus Dübener Heide - Düben Castle in Bad Düben - Places of interest in the Leipzig region - ### Our recommendations 30.05 km - Premium grade hiking trail Discoveries in nature The next hiking route takes you back to nature! At **Grabschützer See**, between **Leipzig** and **Delitzsch**, the wilderness is reclaiming the former **open-cast mining area** in its own way. The result is a varied landscape that provides a habitat for numerous protected animal and plant species and is a European bird sanctuary. We therefore ask you to only walk on the official paths and refrain from swimming. On the **7-kilometre-long** around the **Grabschützer See**, you can learn lots of interesting facts about landscape history, geology, ecology and **flora** and **fauna** at **18 stations**. Telescopes are available at some points, giving you the opportunity to make your own observations. If you want a longer tour, then take the almost **15 km long circular trail** around . - - Hiking trail with information board at Lake Grabschütz in the Leipzig region, blue sky, forest, trees - ### Our recommendations 7.02 km - Themed hiking trail From rare to curious Welcome to the , an exciting trail that takes you on a **journey through our solar system** and is ideal for relaxing walks or short hikes. During your trip to , you are sure to climb the **Lauschberg on the Burgberg**, where you can learn interesting stories about the legendary **Heinzelmännchen** and their industrious deeds. The ascent is worth it for the wonderful view of the town on the Mulde river alone. And have you ever been on the ? You can actually take it! Our route through the Dahlener Heide starts in the small village of near Dahlen. The approximately **15 km circular walk** through the village and the Dahlen Heath will introduce you to the **dendrological features**, such as the **"Loving Oak"** - absolutely youth-free, of course. If you are not familiar with the famous pranks of the **Schildbürger**, we also recommend a trip to **Schildau**. The documents in detail everything the strange inhabitants got up to and did wrong. The takes you to the **original locations**. But please don't forget to take a shovel and a bag with you so you can pack some sun! ;) - Signposts in the Forest of the Dahlener Heide - Excursions for Couples in the Leipzig Region - Museum der Schildbürger and Gneisenaumuseum - Places of interest in the Leipzig region - Bauernmuseum Schmannewitz - Places of interest in the Leipzig region - - Astronomisches Zentrum Schkeuditz - Places of interest in the Leipzig region - - Hike with a view Another very beautiful leads you from **Wermsdorf** through the **Wermsdorf Forest**. This **natural area** with its numerous lakes and ponds is one of the most popular hiking and excursion areas in the Leipzig region and was even named "**Forest Area of the Year**" in 2018. That alone is not enough to convince you? Perhaps the in the small village of Collm will do the trick? The view from the mountain, the highest point in the region at **314 meters** and part of the hiking trail, certainly will! From the viewing platform of the local , which can be reached via **99 steps**, you can enjoy an unobstructed view over the landscape - on nice days even over Leipzig with the Völkerschlachtdenkmal and City-Hochhaus, as far as the Erzgebirge ridge and Augustusburg Castle. To **top off** a successful day trip, we also recommend stopping off at the restaurant of the or the . Enjoy the taste! - Blick auf den Albertturm mit Wald im Hintergund - Side view of a couple looking from the Albert Tower in Collm in Wermsdorf, he is looking with binoculars, fields, forests, blue sky - Hiking at Hubertusburg Castle in Wermsdorf - Architecture in the Leipzig region - The grounds of Hubertusburg Castle in Wermsdorf in the Leipzig region - Information boards on the history of the Albertturm in Collm in Wermsdorf - Nature in the Leipzig Region - A couple toasts with wine at the Eskildsen goose farm in Wermsdorf in the Leipzig region ### Our recommendations 16.84 km - Hiking Porphyry nature trail on the Rochlitz mountain In the hilly region around Leipzig, the is home to the **2.7 km long. Incidentally, Rochlitzer Berg has been classified as a "National Geotope". At 353 m above sea level, you can see it - as the highest elevation between the Leipzig lowland bay and the foothills of the Ore Mountains - and its **red rock** from afar! The trail itself leads you to objects worth seeing around the **red porphyry** in the . **15 stations** provide you with interesting and surprising facts about the Rochlitz porphyry along the way. In addition to insights into the **quarries** and the life of the stonemasons, the history of the formation of the Rochlitz mountain with its porphyry tuff is also discussed. You can get a first insight into the nature trail in this , which provides exciting information, insights and facts about the mountain and the nature trail and will definitely whet your appetite for more. **Our tip:** Take the accompanying booklet with you on your hike and get all the information you need along the way. And what could top your educational excursion to Rochlitz Mountain? Wonderful viewpoints, of course! You have a great panoramic view from the lookout point opposite the staircase to the **Türmerhaus** and from the **Friedrich-August-Turm**. - The river Mulde in front of Rochlitz Castle - Leipzig and region - Geopark - Rochlitzer Berg - View Rochlitzer Berg - from Grimma to the village of the senses The also offers you a combination of nature and culture. To the right and left along the **United Mulde**, you will hike through the enchanting, green **floodplain landscape** with a rich variety of flora and fauna. Let yourself be surprised by **cultural and historical sights**, the town center of Grimma and **culinary highlights**. Would you like to visit **Höfgen - the village of the senses -** with its variety of mills and the ? Then you shouldn't miss the circular hiking trail from Grimma. Our favorites: The **Rabenstein** viewing platform and crossing the Mulde by **hand-operated yaw rope ferry.** - Hiking along the Mulde with a view from the Rabenstein - Leipzig Region - - A couple and a woman in traditional costume at the Wassermühle Museum in Grimma in the Leipzig region - - Mulde Grimma - Watermill in Höfgen Fouad Vollmer advertising agency.jpg ### Our recommendations 11.09 km - Hiking Nature and culture experience at the Kriebstein dam Saxony's most beautiful **knight's castle** - the - is an absolute highlight in Schlösserland and worth a trip on its own. You can also combine this with a . From the harbour, a **seven-kilometre circular trail** leads past Kriebstein Castle and mostly along **forested** **paths** around the dam, which boasts an impressive dam wall, to Erlebach. From there, you can take the ferry back to the starting point at Kriebstein harbour. - Boat with the name Kriebstein at the jetty at the Zschopau reservoir, trees, blue sky - Kriebstein Castle - Places of interest in the Leipzig region - A man and a woman in hiking gear look at a brochure together in the countryside, Kriebstein Castle in the background - Hike to Kriebstein Castle - Nature in the Leipzig Region - Kriebstein Castle with waterfall and bridge - Seebühne Kriebstein - Culture in Leipzig and the region ### Our recommendations 6.08 km - Hiking Explore the south of Leipzig If you're looking for an idyllic hike through the impressive landscape of the region, you can't miss the from Groitzsch to Löbnitz-Bennewitz. This trail is dedicated to Ulrike von Levetzow, the **last love** of the German poet **Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.** The picturesque path leads you through the **"Pfarrholz"** nature reserve, a species-rich floodplain forest area, through **small villages** and along **open meadows**. You will also come across informative boards time and again. For those of you who appreciate **secluded paths**, the is a real insider tip. The route takes you through a fascinating post-industrial landscape that nature has slowly reclaimed. The **relics of former lignite mining** along the trail and the magnificent **panoramic view** that you can enjoy from the top of the former spoil tip and the **lookout tower** are remarkable - on a clear day, you can see as far as the Leipzig city limits. This hike offers a unique **combination of industrial history and natural beauty** and is sure to captivate you. - Wiprechtsburg in Groitzsch - castles in the Leipzig region - - Orangery Mölbis - Ruins of Groitzsch Castle in the shade in spring-like weather ### Our recommendations 10.70 km - Hiking Hiking trail around Leipzig You will find the hiking trail directly around the city. With a length of around 80 kilometers, it takes you around the entire city: along the banks of the **and** , through one of the largest alluvial forest areas in Germany, past the New Trade Fair Center and parallel to the **Parthe River** back towards **Markkleeberg**. If you like, you can let your **four-legged friend** splash around on this route at the **designated dog beaches**. Perfect if you want to be active in Leipzig - whether on a weekend trip or . Sound like a lot? If the walk is too long for you, there are plenty of bus, streetcar and S-Bahn stops along the way, making it easy to hike in shorter stages. - Waterskiing facility on Lake Kulkwitz - Leipziger Neuseenland - Agra Park in Markkleeberg with the Temple of the Muses and the White House - - Auwald - Diana Temple - Andreas Schmidt - A woman stands with her dog in front of an information board in the densely green Rosental in Leipzig and points to it - North beach on Lake Cospuden - Leipziger Neuseenland - Auwaldstation Leipzig - Places of interest in Leipzig ### Our recommendations 87.24 km - Long-distance hiking trail On the trail of Luther Last but not least, we recommend our longest hiking and pilgrimage trail: the . In order to commemorate all the important stations and events in Saxony in relation to the Reformation, a circular hiking trail was created on this theme. Over a total of **550 kilometers** in length, it connects places where Luther and his companions worked. Numerous historic buildings, including **monasteries, churches** and **manor houses** from different eras are lined up along the way. It can be walked on individual and short or long and continuous stages. On this , you will learn everything you need to know about Martin Luther and the history of the Reformation. - Hiking around Leisnig - Beaver Tour on the Luther Trail in the Düben Heath - Active Holiday in the Leipzig Region - Katharina Lutherstube &#169; Museum Torgau - - Nimbschen monastery ruins &#169; K. Lange - Buch Monastery in Leisnig - Leisure and history in the Leipzig region ### Our recommendations 564.04 km - Pilgrimage route Leipzig Travel03. March 2025 Conclusion No matter which **route(s)** you ultimately decide on, we wish you **lots of fun** while **hiking** and **discovering**! **You still have questions? Then get in touch with us!** Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH Tourist Information Tel. **+49 (0)341 7104-260** Mail: