Muldentalbahn cycle path (Grimma - Wurzen)
- 1:21 h
- 18.89 km
- 27 m
- 27 m
- 114 m
- 140 m
- 26 m
- Start: Pöppelmann Bridge Grimma
- Destination: Wurzen Station
The Muldentalbahn cycle path runs between the towns of Grimma and Wurzen along the united Mulde and covers just under 19 km on the route. Due to the fairly short distance, the route can easily be managed in one day with the possibility of longer stays at the start and end points.
Good to know
Pavements
- Street (1%)Asphalt (58%)Gravel (9%)Dismount (32%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
During the ride, the towns Döben, Nerchau, Neichen, Trebsen, Oelschütz, and Dehnitz are passed. Detours to these towns are recommended because, as described later, there are many interesting things to discover there. In Grimma, there is a connection to the Parthe-Mulde cycle route; in Wurzen, to the Leipzig-Elbe cycle route. Those who want to leave the cycle path towards the Elbe have the option in Neichen to switch to the Mulde-Elbe cycle route. Arrival by car or train is possible in both Grimma and Wurzen, as both towns have train connections and sufficient parking spaces.
On today’s cycle path, which was opened in December 2004, the Muldentalbahn still ran until 1969. The full railway line once began in Glauchau southwest of Grimma and ended in Wurzen. To attract tourists, the former railway embankment was expanded on 13.5 km of the old track bed and asphalted 2.25 m wide. The rest of the route runs on little-trafficked roads, so the route is well suited for families.Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Directions & Parking facilities
- Parking
Free parking at Volkshausplatz in Grimma
Public transportationYou can reach the start and end train stations Grimma and Wurzen (connection to the Leipzig - Dresden railway line) by train.
Additional information
Author
Nicole Mania
Organization
Stadt Grimma in der LEIPZIG REGION
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
The Nerchau cycling church invites you to stop by daily.
Safety guidelines
Besides cyclists, skaters and hikers as well as an increasing number of joggers and walkers use the route: caution and mutual consideration are therefore required!
The route is barrier-free.
Map
Dr. Barthel Verlag: Cycling and hiking map Muldental, Grimma, Wurzen, Eilenburg and surroundings (ISBN 978-3-89591-046-3)