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Lucka

Welcome to Lucka, a charming destination in the Altenburger Land. This travel guide offers you all the information and tips you need for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Lucka


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Bicycle Rides · Leipzig region
“Neuseenland” Cycle Route
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 95.7 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 227 m
Descent 232 m

The cycle route leads you past 9 of the 19 new lakes presenting the multifarious change of landscape and structure of the former opencast mining ...

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from Christina Witt,   LEIPZIG REGION
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 107 km
Duration 19:47 h
Ascent 72 m
Descent 72 m

Route as part of the "7-Lakes Hike 2023" on 2021-10-08, created from my GPS recording. Detailed track data of the hike is listed under "Additional ...

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 108.1 km
Duration 21:20 h
Ascent 251 m
Descent 251 m

Route as part of the "7-Lakes-Hike 2021" on 2021-10-08, created from my GPS recording; detailed track data of the hike are listed under "Additional ...

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Altenburger Land
Bike route "In the footsteps of lignite"
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 32.6 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 91 m
Descent 66 m

The former Meuselwitz-Rositz lignite mining area is considered one of the cradles of the entire Central German lignite mining industry.

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from Steffen Gehrt,   Altenburger Land - Das muss Liebe sein
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 108.2 km
Duration 7:29 h
Ascent 139 m
Descent 140 m

Follow the circular route from Altenburg through the Leipzig Neuseenland via Rötha, Groizsch and Lucka back to Altenburg.

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from Ina Müller, ETMG,   Thüringen-entdecken.de
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.3 km
Duration 11:00 h
Ascent 64 m
Descent 28 m

Route from 2020-08-18, created from my GPS recording, detailed track data is listed under "Additional Information".

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 54.8 km
Duration 10:40 h
Ascent 78 m
Descent 80 m

Route from my GPS recording of 2020-07-04, track data is listed under "Additional Info".

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.5 km
Duration 10:50 h
Ascent 50 m
Descent 89 m

Route from 2020-07-21, created from my GPS recording, track data is listed under "Additional Info".

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 107.2 km
Duration 20:45 h
Ascent 71 m
Descent 72 m

Tour created from my GPS recording of 2019-05-03. The indicated elevation gain (corrected values) and the time are from my recording.

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 112.2 km
Duration 21:25 h
Ascent 771 m
Descent 771 m

Tour created from my GPS recording of 2020-05-23, track data is listed under "Additional Information".

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
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Geographically, Lucka is located on the southern edge of the Altenburger Land, surrounded by picturesque forests and hills. The town is known for its historic architecture and beautiful nature.

Tourist highlights include Lucka Castle, which dates back to the 16th century, and the St. Marien town church with its impressive tower. If you are a fan of museums, you should visit the local history museum, which is dedicated to the history of the region.

Cultural highlights abound in the area: The annual music festival "LuckArt" attracts visitors from all over the world and offers a wide range of concerts of different genres. The play "The Knights of Leipzig", which is performed every year, is also a must for anyone interested in culture.

When it comes to culinary delights, don't forget that Thuringia is considered one of the best federal states in Germany when it comes to food! Try typical dishes such as Sauerbraten or Thuringian dumplings - these are sure to tantalise your taste buds!

For outdoor fans, there is also plenty to do: Hiking or cycling through the idyllic countryside is especially beautiful here during spring to autumn time (April-October). In winter, skiers can put their skills to the test on the slopes of the nearby ski area. The bathing lake near Lucka offers pleasant refreshment in summer.

If it rains, there are also plenty of options: Visit the Altenburger Land Theatre or relax in one of the many cosy cafés and restaurants.

Where is the nicest? That depends on what you are looking for, of course! If you love nature, we recommend a walk through the forest around Lucka. For culture enthusiasts, a visit to the castle or the local history museum is worthwhile.

Summarising, Lucka is definitely worth a trip - whether for culture, nature or culinary lovers! This travel guide will help you plan your stay and get the most out of your holiday.

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  • June 16, 2025
    Mario Weiß
    June 14, 2025
    war doch gar nicht schlecht! in und um Borna noch etwas Optimierungsbedarf. Wenn man am WE die Route fährt kann man überall entspannt fahren. Am Cospudener See sind bei schönem Wetter wie immer die Rücksichtslosen unterwegs, also Obacht! TIPP: lecker Eis im Eiscafé di Lago in Großstolpen https://youtu.be/_RzbDCaNldI?si=QkftCetXPJCZUSJ6
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    Written June 16, 2025
  • June 13, 2025
    Martin H. 
    June 08, 2025
    Grundsätzlich eine schöne Gegend und auch gute Runde. Wie schon zuvor bemerkt, ist der Routenverlauf allerdings teilweise etwas unübersichtlich. Erschwerend kommt hinzu, dass im Netz verschiedene Varianten kursieren. So sind wir mit einer GPX, entgegen der hier präsentierten Version, um das Speicherbecken Borna drum rum gefahren und so auf etwas über 100km gekommen. Wenn diese Fragezeichen noch beseitigt werden, lohnt sich der Abstecher in die Region aber allemal.
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    Photo: Martin H., Community
    Written June 13, 2025

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