--- title: "Lutherweg Sachsen - access route from Wermsdorf to Glossen" url: "https://www.visitsaxony.com/tour/lutherweg-sachsen-access-route-from-wermsdorf-to-glossen" description: "From Wermsdorf to Glossen, you pass the Döllnitz reservoir and the Horstsee, where you can enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the landscape, over meadows and along streams. Nestled in the extensive forests of the Dahlen Heath recreational area lies the state-recognized resort Wermsdorf. Wermsdorf, which at the time belonged to the Grimma district, had already introduced the Reformation in 1529. Therefore, Luther followers often attended the Protestant service in Mahlis because the nearby Oschatz still adhered to the old faith at that time. In the district of Collm stands Saxony's oldest linden tree, over 1,000 years old, under which Luther is said to have rested." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2787724/8a6773290046972af6b9ef2bb0789c76507b6f6c32c2c70789be0e4060bc28f2/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Lutherweg Sachsen - access route from Wermsdorf to Glossen ========================================================== - 8.78 km long - Difficulty: easy - Pilgrimage route - 2:15 h - 8.78 km - 6 m - 23 m - 155 m - 176 m - 21 m - - Start: Wermsdorf - Destination: Mügeln OT Glossen A small but scenically impressive route is provided by the path, which is actually only an access route of the Lutherweg Sachsen from the district of Glossen to Wermsdorf. Slightly south nearby is the Sornzig monastery, founded in 1241 as a Cistercian nunnery. Not only Katharina von Bora fled from the nearby Nimbschen monastery. In 1523, six nuns also fled from Sornzig. The monastery is well preserved. A visit is worthwhile. From Wermsdorf to Glossen, you pass the Döllnitz reservoir and the Horstsee, where you can enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the landscape, over meadows and along streams. Nestled in the extensive forests of the Dahlen Heath recreational area lies the state-recognized resort Wermsdorf. Wermsdorf, which at the time belonged to the Grimma district, had already introduced the Reformation in 1529. Therefore, Luther followers often attended the Protestant service in Mahlis because the nearby Oschatz still adhered to the old faith at that time. In the district of Collm stands Saxony's oldest linden tree, over 1,000 years old, under which Luther is said to have rested. Read more Waypoints --------- View on map Start Start Wermsdorf - Restaurant Destination Destination Mügeln OT Glossen Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (2%) Street (57%) Asphalt (28%) Gravel (13%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions This access route starts at Hirschplatz in Wermsdorf and leads via Grimmaer Straße and Grüner Weg back onto Grimmaer Straße. At the height of Horstsee, the path turns left and runs along the Döllnitzsee reservoir through the district of Reckwitz. At the end of the reservoir, the hiking trail is accompanied by the course of the "Döllnitz" stream. Next, you pass through Mahlis and later also Gröppendorf. Heading south, the endpoint of this section is reached via Mügelner Straße in Glossen (a district of Mügeln). Read more Equipment Sturdy footwear, weatherproof clothing, provisions, and water. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Take the A14, then follow the B6 Read more **Parking**Wermsdorf: Parking lot "Am Schloss" Read more **Public transportation**Wermsdorf: - Bus 801 Oschatz - Wermsdorf - Bus 816 Dahlen - Wermsdorf - Bus 630 Grimma - Wermsdorf Glossen: - Dölitzbahn - Bus 816 Dahlen - Glossen Read more Additional information Read more Author Verena Daser Organization LEIPZIG REGION License (master data) Verena Daser Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Discovery tips: - Catholic chapel in Hubertusburg Castle - Old hunting lodge Wermsdorf Read more Nearby ------ View on map Contact 04779 Wermsdorf Download GPX file - - - -