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The Top 20 Attractions around Chemnitz

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Chemnitz. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Chemnitz is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: September 30, 2025

Chemnitztal Cycle Path

The people of Chemnitz can be truly proud of their bike path: completely paved, with a roughly 30-meter-long tunnel through the rock, and at least one large bridge. What more could you want?

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Chemnitz Valley Cycle Path Between Heinersdorf and Wittgensdorf

The new section of the Chemnitz Valley Cycle Route now leads north to the Markersdorf Museum Station. Opened in December 2016, this section represents a significant enhancement to the scenic …

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Wasserschloss Klaffenbach

Especially in the evening always a nice ambience and perfect for resting.

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Stadtpark Chemnitz

Best place to turn your back on the new construction of the Heckert area

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Maria-Josepha-Turm

The tower takes its name from the previous tower, which was built in 1886. Maria Josefa was the daughter of the Saxon Prince Georg. The new tower was built in …

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Schlossteich Chemnitz

The castle pond is the former carp pond of the former Benedictine monastery on the Schlossberg. It was created around 1493.

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Maria-Josepha-Turm (Totenstein) Observation Tower

At 483 meters, the Totenstein is the highest elevation of the Rabenstein mountain range.

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Burg Rabenstein

Worth seeing and beautiful complex with the castle and the palace. A visit is worthwhile around Easter when the medieval spectacle with jugglers and traders takes place.

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Colorful Chimney of the Chemnitz-Nord Power Plant

The chimney, designed in color by Daniel Buren, is a real eye-catcher.

You can see it clearly from the Chemnitztal cycle path.

The building shines in all its splendor, especially in the evening sun.

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Totenstein Observation Tower

Nice view if you dare to go up. Not everyone likes the spiral staircase with the grating stairs.

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The Top 20 Attractions around Chemnitz

Chemnitztal Cycle Path

Chemnitz Valley Cycle Path Between Heinersdorf and Wittgensdorf

Wasserschloss Klaffenbach

Stadtpark Chemnitz

Maria-Josepha-Turm

Schlossteich Chemnitz

Maria-Josepha-Turm (Totenstein) Observation Tower

Burg Rabenstein

Colorful Chimney of the Chemnitz-Nord Power Plant

Totenstein Observation Tower

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