--- title: "[Translate to English:] Pilgern auf abwechslungsreichen Etappen ♥ Lutherweg Sachsen" url: "https://www.lutherweg-sachsen.de/en/plan/translate-to-english-gesamtstrecke-etappen/" description: "[Translate to English:] Der Lutherweg Sachsen lädt ganzjährig auf besonderen Wanderwegen zum Entdecken der Reformationsgeschichte ein. ► Plant die nächste Pilgerreise!" language: "en" breadcrumb: "Root > Luther Trail in Saxony > Plan > Total route & individual stages" --- Total route & individual stages =================================== - - - Burg Kriebstein an der Zschopau - Burgen in der Region Leipzig am Lutherweg Sachsen The Luther Trail in Saxony is a **circular hiking and pilgrimage trail over 550 kilometres long** that connects places of major significance to the Reformation and leads through some of the most charming landscapes of the Free State. Across **29 stages** of varying lengths and levels of difficulty, the route takes you to the most important **residences and places of activity of Martin Luther** and his companions. Access paths and connections to numerous hiking and cycling routes allow for flexible entry points to the Luther Trail in Saxony. Along the way, the landscape is shaped by **gentle hills in the foothills of the Ore Mountains**, **wide fields in the Leipzig region**, **the river meadows of the Zschopau and the Mulde**, as well as **forests and orchards**. Castles, palaces, monasteries, and churches line the trail and remain vivid testimonies of encounters, faith, and the ideas of the Reformation to this day. The route in facts 564 km Pilgrimage trail 144 Hours Pilgrimage time 3,100 m Ascent and descent **Total distance** ------------------ Marktplatz Zwickau - Stadt am Lutherweg Sachsen Following in the footsteps of Martin Luther, the The Luther Trail in Saxony invites you to rediscover natural beauty and Reformation history. Passing by **31 stations**, the circular route leads through the **diverse region around Leipzig, Chemnitz, and Zwickau**. **Historic places** that can be visited include Torgau, Leipzig, Grimma, Zwickau, Leisnig, Rochlitz, and Bad Düben. The can be planned flexibly and experienced either as a or in . Many pilgrims prefer shorter sections to explore sights more intensively or to enjoy the spiritual character more consciously. The well-marked paths are also ideal for day trips, guiding both experienced hikers and leisurely walkers safely along the **green “L”**. ### varied routes ### short or challenging routes less than 10 km - Tour (8 km) - Tour (4.6 km) - Tour (6 km) - Tour (7 km) - Tour (7.7 km) - Access route (5.4 km) - Access route (8.8 km) - Tour (30 km) - Tour (33.5 km) - Tour (33 km) - Tour (32 km) - Tour (35 km) - Tour (31 km) - Tour (30.5 km) - Access route (30.6 km) - - "Wandern auf dem Lutherweg Sachsen" Luther-Broschüre Mockup 2023 The Luther Trail in Saxony Discover the history of the Reformation Along **31 stations**, the Luther Trail in Saxony leads as a spiritual **circular hiking trail** through important **residential and working places** of Martin Luther and his companions in Saxony. - - Outdooractive & komoot -------------------------- Wandern auf dem Lutherweg Sachsen - Aktiv am Lutherweg Sachsen The Luther Trail in Saxony is fully available on the outdoor platforms **Outdooractive** and **komoot**. Both offer the entire route for navigation as well as the **download of** **GPX data**, allowing you to plan your tour conveniently and navigate reliably along the way. On **Outdooractive**, you can also find **all individual stages available for download**. While **komoot** is considered the more modern platform, **Outdooractive** stands out with its **classic and functional design**, which is particularly appreciated by experienced hikers. Both services provide **detailed maps**, **elevation profiles**, as well as **information on points of interest** and, in some cases, **places to stop for refreshments** along the route, making it especially easy to plan your pilgrimage or hiking tour on the Luther Trail in Saxony. **Plan & Navigate** **with outdooractive and komoot** - the entire route of the - download and secure advantages - the entire route of the - Guide page for the - Download Outdooractive and secure your benefits > We are always on the way and must leave behind what we know and have, and seek what we do not yet know and have. Martin Luther Group trip to Grimma and Torgau - - Rochlitz Castle ---------------- - Holiday village Höfgen ---------------------- - historical Gersdorf ------------------- ### **FAQs** - Which routes are suitable for multi-day tours?**2 days (rail connection Altenburg & Böhlen):** - Altenburg - Whyra - Borna (22 km) - Borna - Böhlen (17 km) **3 days (rail connection Torgau & Wurzen):** - Torgau - Schildau (18.5 km) - Schildau - Dornreichenbach (20 km) - Dornreichenbach - Wurzen (13 km) **3 days (rail connection Leisnig & Mittweida):** - Leisnig - Döbeln (21 km) - Döbeln - Waldheim (18 km) - Waldheim - Kriebstein - Mittweida (21 km) **4 days (rail connection Mittweida & Zwickau):** - Mittweida - Rochlitz (21 km) - Rochlitz - Penig (24 km) - Penig - Wolkenburg - Waldenburg - Glauchau (23 km) - Glauchau - Zwickau (17 km) - Which routes are suitable for star-shaped hikes from a single starting point?**Starting point Bad Düben:** - Towards Löbnitz (same route there and back) - Towards Dreiheide through the Dübener Heide (same route there and back) **Starting point Zwickau:** - Zwickau - Crimmitschau (23 km, return by train) - Zwickau - Glauchau (17 km, return by train) **Starting point Rochlitz:** - Towards Penig to the Rochlitzer Berg (same route there and back) - Towards Mittweida (same route there and back) **Starting point Döbeln:** - Döbeln - Waldheim (18 km, return by train) - Döbeln - Leisnig (21 km, return by train) - How does navigation along the route work?For navigation, we recommend the two well-known outdoor apps Outdooractive and komoot. In both apps, the entire route is available, and in Outdooractive you will also find all individual stages. Here you will also find and information on the signposting. - Where can I submit feedback after travelling on the Luther Trail Saxony?We appreciate your ratings and comments directly in the Outdooractive and komoot routes. You are also welcome to send us additional feedback at any time. To report issues along the route, please use our defect reporter. All tips on the topic at a glance ---------------------------------