Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde
32.2kmLength
619mElevation gain
8–9hrEstimated time
Circular
Varied and challenging circular hike near Colditz, Saxony.
The hike starts in Colditz and takes you across the Zwickauer Mulde through the Colditz forest. The route continues in the direction of Buchheim, where the birthplace of Dr Friedrich Küchenmeister (1821 - 1890) is located. Once in Bad Lausick, the route leads through the spa gardens. On the way back, the route leads through the Tiergarten back to the starting point. Refreshment stops are available on the circular tour.
Highlights of the tour:
- Colditz Castle
- Zwickauer Mulde
- Kohlbach valley
- Colditz Forest
- Parish pond
- Bad Lausick Clay Pond & Swan Pond
- Zoo
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Top sights
Colditz Castle
Castle
Hexenhaus
Attraction
Jägerstein
Picnic site
Kanzleihaus
Attraction
Flüsterbogen
Attraction
Expeditionsgebäute (ehemalige Schösserei)
Attraction
Geldberg
Peak
Wasserturmteich
Pond
Schwanenteich
Pond
Triefsäckchen
Spring
Saalhaus
Attraction
Kellehaus
Attraction
Fürstenhaus
Attraction
Beamtenhaus
Attraction
Küchenhaus
Attraction
Zweites Torhaus
Attraction
Kirchenhaus
Attraction
Schloss Kötteritzsch
Castle
Herrenhaus Collmen
Manor
Top sights
Colditz Castle
Castle
Hexenhaus
Attraction
Jägerstein
Picnic site
Kanzleihaus
Attraction
Flüsterbogen
Attraction
Expeditionsgebäute (ehemalige Schösserei)
Attraction
Geldberg
Peak
Wasserturmteich
Pond
Schwanenteich
Pond
Triefsäckchen
Spring
Saalhaus
Attraction
Kellehaus
Attraction
Fürstenhaus
Attraction
Beamtenhaus
Attraction
Küchenhaus
Attraction
Zweites Torhaus
Attraction
Kirchenhaus
Attraction
Schloss Kötteritzsch
Castle
Herrenhaus Collmen
Manor
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 32.2-km circular trail near Colditz, Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 49 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Expected weather for Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde for the next 5 days is:
- Wed 23 September - 14.5 degrees/showers
- Thu 24 September - 15 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 18.7 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 21.9 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 26.7 degrees/clear
Where is Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde located?
Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is a trail located in Colditz, Saxony, Germany.
How hard is Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is considered a hard hike that covers 32.2 km, with an elevation gain of 619 m. It takes about 8–9 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is considered a hard hike that covers 32.2 km, with an elevation gain of 619 m. It takes about 8–9 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde a circular?
Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is a circular trail that covers 32.2 km, with an elevation gain of 619 m. It takes about 8–9 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is a circular trail that covers 32.2 km, with an elevation gain of 619 m. It takes about 8–9 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Dogs may be allowed on Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is partially paved.
Are there forests at Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Yes, Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde is a forest trail.
Are there wildflowers at Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Colditz - Bad Lausick - Leisenau Runde, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 17 September 2026 at 00:45 GMT+0