Bad Schmiedeberg

Bad Schmiedeberg lies on the edge of the Fläming, a hilly landscape with numerous hiking and cycling trails. The town is known for its healing springs and offers many opportunities for relaxation and regeneration. Here you can indulge yourself in the various spa hotels or in the "Kristall Saunatherme" thermal baths. Another highlight is the Dübener Heide Nature Park - a paradise for nature lovers.

Wittenberg, on the other hand, is best known as the birthplace of the Reformation. Martin Luther lived here and his work changed the world. A multitude of museums tell his story as well as that of his contemporaries such as Melanchthon or Cranach the Elder. The historic centre with its many 16th-century half-timbered houses also invites you to stroll around.

For culture lovers, there is even more to discover here: The Wittenberg Theatre regularly presents exciting productions of all genres; concerts take place on the market square during the summer months; art exhibitions attract visitors to the Museum Luthers Sterbehaus or the studio of Lucas Cranach the Younger. Equally worthwhile are excursions to the nearby Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Kingdom or to the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Bauhaus Dessau".

The region also has a lot to offer in the way of culinary delights: In Bad Schmiedeberg there are numerous restaurants offering regional specialities such as asparagus and game. Wittenberg, on the other hand, is known for its traditional cuisine with dishes such as Lutherschnitzel or Leipziger Allerlei.

Those who enjoy spending time in nature will also get their money's worth here: In summer, you can go swimming in Bad Schmiedeberg's open-air swimming pool; cyclists are recommended to take a tour through the Fläming - especially beautiful during the cherry blossom season in spring. The Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve and the Dübener Heide Nature Park are particularly suitable for hikes.

No one need be sad even if the weather is bad: In Bad Schmiedeberg it is worth visiting the local history and town museum, which offers an insight into the town's history. Or you can relax with a massage or a visit to the sauna in one of the spa hotels. In Wittenberg, museum visits are a good idea on rainy days, for example to the Cranach House or the Melanchthon House.

All in all, both towns are definitely worth a visit! Whether you are interested in culture, nature lovers or those seeking relaxation - everyone will find something to their taste here. We hope our tips will help you to plan your trip optimally!