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Germany
Saxony
Landkreis Leipzig
Groitzsch

Rail Trail near Großstolpen loop from Groitzsch

Moderate

4.4

(19)

55

riders

Rail Trail near Großstolpen loop from Groitzsch

01:40

26.0km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Bus stop

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1.99 km

Großstolpen–Groitzsch Railway Cycle Path

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The Neukieritzsch – Pegau line was a branch line in Saxony. It ran from Neukieritzsch via Groitzsch to Pegau.

The former route between Neukieritzsch and Pödelwitz has now been dredged …

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4.59 km

The former railway line to Pegau was closed on June 1, 1997.

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7.18 km

View of Schleenhain Open-Cast Mine

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View of the Schleenhain open-pit mine.

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8.37 km

This is really amazing here, you shouldn't miss it and definitely see it!

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9.54 km

Impressive view of the landscape.

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10.0 km

Country road with cycle path between the two opencast mines, with a view of the distant Lippendorf power plant

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11.1 km

Right there you can see the lignite mine. Currently with the big excavator.

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19.5 km

Rail Trail near Großstolpen

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Whether you're looking for a leisurely bike ride or a fun ride, you can then continue in one direction to Groitzsch or in the other direction through the Schleenhain open-cast mine to Neukieritzsch.

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26.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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17.0 km

4.88 km

3.48 km

563 m

Surfaces

23.2 km

2.25 km

464 m

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Monday 18 May

20°C

8°C

18 %

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