Best backpacking trails in Leipzig

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Explore the most popular backpacking trails near Leipzig with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.

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#1 - Rundwanderweg Leipzig (Etappe 2): Miltitz - Wiederitzsch - Paunsdorf
4.8 (4)·Moderate·27.3 mi·Est. 11–12 hr
Varied route section near Leipzig, Saxony. This tour starts at Leipzig Miltitz train station and leads through the Lützschena Palace Park and past Lützschena Palace. Via the fir forest we continue to the Leipzig Trade Fair. The route ends in Paunsdorf at the train station. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Lützschena Castle - Refreshments --------------------------------------------------...
#2 - Rundwanderweg Leipzig (Etappe 1): Paunsdorf - Markkleeberg - Miltitz
3.7 (4)·Moderate·24.2 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
Varied route section near Leipzig, Saxony. This tour starts at Leipzig Paunsdorf station and runs south to Meusdorf am Teich Meusdorf. It continues through the Lößnig-Dölitz recreation park. You should take a break along the Cospudener See and enjoy the beautiful view. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Lake Cospuden - Lake Kulkwitz

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest backpacking trail in Leipzig?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Leipzig is Rundwanderweg Leipzig (Etappe 2): Miltitz - Wiederitzsch - Paunsdorf. This trail is estimated to be 27.3 mi long.