Exciting journey into the
Saxon history!
The Saxon Burgenland is characterized by an above-average density of imposing castles, magnificent palaces and manor houses and is embedded in an attractive natural and river landscape.
Small towns with medieval town centres, old monasteries, magnificent manor houses, extensive parks and countless museums and galleries are waiting to be discovered by you! Experience traditional crafts and enjoy the varied river landscape of the Mulde in the Leipzig - Chemnitz - Dresden city triangle.
The Saxon Burgenland offers…
numerous castle and palace museumsthat take you back in time
idyllic Landscapesthat invite you to be outdoors
fantastische Biking and hiking trails
passenger ship journeys on Mulde River and Kriebstein Dam
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“On the road by bike”
The most beautiful cycle routes, long-distance cycle paths, circular routes and regional main routes through the city and region of Leipzig are Overview maps as well as facts such as elevation profile and length presented. Of course, discovery and restaurant tips along the routes should not be missing.
The area of the Saxon Burgenland include the municipalities of Bad Lausick, Bennewitz, Colditz, Döbeln, Grimma, Großweitzschen, Kriebstein, Leisnig, Lossatal, Machern, Rochlitz, Roßwein, Thallwitz, Trebsen, Waldheim and Wurzen.
In the historic cities Decorated Renaissance buildings, old half-timbered houses, narrow alleys and cobblestone streets characterize the historical flairThe old town centre of Grimma has been voted the most beautiful in Central Germany. Romantic Villages invite you to enjoy the rural idyll and to bring body and mind into harmony.
traditional spa
On a tour of the spa town of Bad Lausick, you can discover interesting witnesses to the town's more than 900-year history: St. Kilian's Church from 1105, the town hall designed by the architect of the Mädler Passage, Theodor Kösser, or the spa and town museum on the market square.
municipality in the Muldenaue
Bennewitz is one of the oldest settlements in the Mulde floodplain. Around 1200 years ago, the Sorbian Bono or Bonislaw the Elder settled here with his family and servants after the Germanic settlers had left their homes during the migration period.
castle town on two rivers
Colditz is located in the heart of Saxony, on the Zwickau and Freiberg Mulde. The town with its famous castle, which looks back on almost 1.000 years of history, was the scene of historical events.
boot town in the heart of Saxony
Döbeln is a diverse city that not only has an exciting history to offer, but also offers something for visitors interested in culture and sports.
The Pearl of the Mulden Valley
The town of Grimma is located in the southeastern part of the Leipzig region. Its location on the Mulde makes it picturesque and it is surrounded by lovely hills. Recent history has distinguished Grimma as a town with the most beautiful old town center in Central Germany.
paradise for those seeking relaxation
Großweitzschen has a lot to offer for those seeking local recreation and tourists. The unique landscape around the community invites you to take part in a variety of outdoor activities. Idyllically situated in the Mulde valley at the Klause, Großweitzschen captivates with its natural charm. Whether cycling, hiking or paddling - everything that is relaxing is possible here.
The municipality with the most beautiful knight's castle in Saxony
From culture to sport to relaxation, Kriebstein has a lot to offer and is therefore ideal for a perfect mix of enjoyable holidays. A visit to Kriebstein Castle, Saxony's most beautiful knight's castle, is highly recommended.
city in the Saxon fruit country
Leisnig, with its medieval flair, is located in the middle of Saxony's largest fruit-growing region. The impressive Mildenstein Castle rises above the Freiberger Mulde valley and is one of the oldest castles in Saxony.
A piece of Saxony that inspires
Since January 2012, seventeen villages have formed the municipality of Lossatal. The region is rich in cultural and historical sights, many small castles, manor houses, churches and mills. They reflect a long and interesting history.
Popular tourist destination
The municipality of Machern is known for its stately castle, which was built as a moated castle in the 16th century. The extensive English-style castle and landscape gardens also attract many visitors.
The City of Red Porphyry
Rochlitz is not only home to the Rochlitzer Berg with its distinctive porphyry rock. Rochlitz is also one of the oldest towns in Saxony and impresses with its mighty castle, a historic town center and interesting churches.
Second oldest camellia north of the Alps
Roßwein is located in the heart of Saxony, in a very scenic area. Special sights include a camellia that is over 200 years old, the remaining parts of the old city wall, the post mile post, the old post office and the old tunnel of the silver mine. You can go on wonderful hikes or bike tours along the Freiberger Mulde.
Castles, Parks and Porphyry Land
The municipality of Thallwitz is located in the northernmost tip of the Leipzig region. It is surrounded by the charming floodplain landscape between the Mulde, Lossa and the Hohburg Mountains. Worth seeing are, for example, the Thallwitz Castle from the 16th century, later converted into a hunting lodge in the neo-Renaissance style, and its enchanted park.
Former manor house on the Mulde cycle path
Trebsen, once one of the largest manors in Saxony, is located directly on the Mulde. In the 18th century, a landscape park was created in the English style, much of which still exists today.
The Pearl of the Zschopau Valley
The center of the town of Waldheim surprises with many beautiful Art Nouveau buildings and the impressive, shining new town hall from 1902. Its surroundings are characterized by the course of the river Zschopau.
The Ringelnatzstadt
Even from afar, Wurzen's silhouette is dominated by the towers of St. Mary's Cathedral, the former bishop's castle. In addition to the charming old town, the city is also known as the birthplace of the writer, painter and cabaret artist Joachim Ringelnatz.
Discover the beautiful park area des Machern Palace and Landscape Garden, enjoys cozy Trips with the Döbeln horse-drawn tram or visit the Dornreichenbach animal enclosure - these are all great activities that you can experience in Saxon Burgenland.
Or just take a look at the surroundings from above! Various Observation towers again Wachbergturm in Waldheim offer you this opportunity. A little tip: You can also get to many observation towers hike and cycling.
While we’re on the subject of cycling: Bike tours, whether ambitious or relaxed, are never boring in the Saxon Burgenland. The Mulde cycle path is one of the most famous cycle paths in the region. Start your tour in the boot town of Döbeln and discovered along the Freiberger, and Vereinigte Mulde a unique landscape with typical floodplains and wetlands full of special flora and fauna!
The Geopark "Porphyryland. Stone Kingdom in Saxony" is the 15th National Geopark in Germany and offers visitor centers as well as special georoutes for discovery tours in the area. Learn more about the importance of porphyry for the region in the five geoportals the Leipzig region. Since September 2024, the new exhibition “Supervolcanoes in Saxony” can also be visited in the Röcknitz Geoportal.
In the majestic walls of a castle, Jazz, resound in the impressive manor house Blues-Tones and in the open air Hollywood melodies celebrated - the event series BurgenLandKlänge offers impressive all year round Music in a breathtaking setting.
In addition to music, there is always a lot going on in the castles and palaces, such as the annual Knight's Spectacle with Castle and Old Town Festival on Castle Mildenstein in Leisnig, the Castle of Fairy Talesn at Kriebstein Castle, the International Highland Games at Trebsen Castle or a castle Christmas in Colditz and Rochlitz.
For literature enthusiasts and fans of the German writer Spice up in late summer a recommendation: Since its founding in 2002, the RingelnatzSommer has become an integral part of the event calendar of the picturesque little town on the Mulde. This cultural and literary festival attracts numerous visitors from all over Central Germany every year.
The UNESCO has organ music and architecture declared an intangible cultural heritage in Germany. Every year the "Queen of Instruments" at numerous events under the brand Fascination of the Organ.
There is always something going on in Saxon Burgenland
rousing Concerts
magic theater productions on extraordinary stages
diverse Markets with regional products
traditionelle Feasts in historical old towns or medieval walls
Podcast
Welcome to Leipzig - The Podcast for your Leipzig Trip
Kulturbahnhof Leisnig
In the certified Tourist Information and regional information points Competent staff are available to advise you on site. They will help you with questions about Events and tickets, excursions, City and themed tours, Gastronomy and accommodation. You can also find regional Souvenirs acquire and brochures and leaflets Here you can also find our LEIPZIG REGIO CARDS magazine.
Of the total of 8 tourist information offices in Saxon Burgenland, four certified by the German Tourism Association: The Tourist Information "Rochlitzer Muldental" in Rochlitz, the Tourist information Grimm, the Tourist information Bad Lausick and the pioneering city information WaldheimThey can be recognized by the red "i".
The staff are specialized in providing you with the best possible service during your stay empower , and a unforgettable experience in Saxon Burgenland.
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Active Guide
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seasonal guest magazines
Lutherweg Sachsen
Experience Reformation History
Along 27 stations The Luther Trail leads through Saxony as a spiritual Circular hiking trail through significant residences and places of work by Martin Luther and his companions in Saxony.
Imposing castles, magnificent Castles and Mansions embedded in an attractive natural and river landscape make up this fascinating region. They are often accompanied by magnificent landscape gardensthat invite you to a journey through the eras of architecture.
And in these architecturally impressive buildings, culture lived: The concert series BurgenLandKlänge and Fascination of the Organ breathe new life into historical sites with regional and national artists.
In the region around Leipzig, numerous treasures await curious museum lovers. Of historical and archaeological collections to exhibitions on local and regional history There is a lot to discover here. In addition, Galleries and open-air museums with exciting insights into the art and culture of the region. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of museums and be inspired by the variety of cultural treasures!
Podcast
Welcome to Leipzig - The Podcast for your Leipzig Trip
HistoPad at Colditz Castle
Grimma - The Pearl of the Mulde Valley
Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Munich)
Suspension Bridge
town hall and market
Döbeln - The Boot City
town hall with city museum
city church of St. Nikolai
Market with Döbelner Horse Tramway
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