Circular hike around Werbeliner See

3:45 h
14.69 km
52 m
52 m
100 m
115 m
15 m
Start: Parking lot in the east of Werbeliner See
Destination: Parking lot in the east of Werbeliner See

Enter the area of the 450-hectare Werbeliner See. It belongs to the northern Leipzig New Lake District and lies south of Delitzsch.
WARNING - PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS LAKE IS NOT A BATHING LAKE!

From the 1993 closed open-cast mine Delitzsch-Southwest, a unique natural landscape has now emerged after flooding from the Neue Luppe. The post-mining landscape has become habitat to numerous sensitive bird species. The magnificent view to the north of the lake extends far over the water. With some luck, some of the 179 bird species recorded so far, such as bluethroat, redstart, and white-tailed eagle, can be spotted.

The area of Werbeliner See is well developed for visitors. In total, four large public parking lots are available on the edges. From there, several paths invite cycling, hiking, skating, etc. You can pause at various viewpoints and resting places. Here you can let your soul dangle. Become one with nature and immerse yourself in this landscape of rare beauty.

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Directions

The start and end point of the route is the parking lot in the east of Werbeliner See, at the end of Kattersnaundorfer Str. in Delitzsch. From there, you hike to the lake and along the northern shore. West of the lake, you now walk southwards. Here, Werbeliner See lies to your left and Grabschützer See with nature trail to your right. Near Zwochau, the path continues south of Werbeliner See and finally along the shore again to the starting point in the east.

Tour information

Loop Road
Suitable for Pushchair

Equipment

For the circular route, weather- and meadow-suitable clothing, packed lunch, and binoculars are recommended.

Directions & Parking facilities

Accessible by car via the B184.

Parking lot Rackwitz: Kattersnaundorfer Strasse

Parking lot Delitzsch: Grubenstrasse

S-Bahn station Zschortau
Train: lower station Delitzsch

Additional information

Notes on the Werbeliner See nature reserve (with information and excursion offers)

The Werbeliner See nature reserve is a beautiful excursion destination. Here you can relax, let your soul dangle, and make great nature observations. BUT WARNING - THE LAKE IS NOT A BATHING LAKE! To protect the biodiversity that has developed here, leaving the paths is not allowed in the 1500-hectare protected area and therefore bathing is not allowed. The nearby Schladitzer See is a good alternative for those seeking a place for water recreational activities. The area is one of the largest and most important nature reserves in Saxony. Special species such as wolf, white-tailed eagle, otter, beaver, and above all a nationally outstanding bird population have settled here. Over 500 animal and over 270 plant species have been recorded to date.

Author

Verena Daser

Organization

LEIPZIG REGION

Website

License (master data)

Verena Daser

License: no copyright required (Public domain) (no copyright)

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Memorial stone & Memorial cross Werbelin
Memorial stone Kattersnaundorf
Paddle wheel Gerbisdorf
Delitzsch: Baroque castle & garden, German Cooperative Museum

Safety guidelines

WARNING - THE LAKE IS NOT A BATHING LAKE! To protect the biodiversity that has developed here, leaving the paths is not allowed in the 1500-hectare protected area and consequently bathing is also prohibited. Dogs must be kept on a leash and stay on the paths. The nearby Schladitzer See is a good alternative for those looking for a place for water recreational activities.

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