Lake Ludwig near Holzweißig (Saxony-Anhalt) is an idyllic natural bathing lake that originated from a former open-cast lignite mine in Holzweißig-West. It offers a popular sandy beach with a designated swimming area, good water quality, and is a peaceful destination for hikers and cyclists near Bitterfeld.

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Ma Nu Ela 🇩🇪

February 15, 2025

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The Ludwigsee was the oldest coal mine in the Goitzsche. By the time of reunification in 1990, it had already been mined out and a small lake had been created. The groundwater, which rose until 2007, caused the lake to grow to over 100 hectares. The Ludwigsee was initially fenced off for many years because its steep banks and unrehabilitated slopes were prone to landslides. After the final water level was reached, the dangerous steep edges were secured by blasting and the fence could be dismantled. The gradual development of the bank area can be clearly observed here.

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Stéfano 📸🐛

October 19, 2020

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Bathing area with a beautiful sandy beach. Here you can take a break or refresh yourself in summer

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1. Ludwigsee Swimming Area – Lake Ludwig loop from Petersroda

12.3km

03:07

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ludwigsee Swimming Area – Lake Ludwig loop from Holzweißig

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Holzweißig Forest Car Park – Lake Ludwig loop from Holzweißig

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02:10

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 120 m

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Sunday 15 March

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Location: Sandersdorf-Brehna, Anhalt-Bitterfeld, Wittenberg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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1. Ludwigsee Swimming Area – Lake Ludwig loop from Petersroda

2. Ludwigsee Swimming Area – Lake Ludwig loop from Holzweißig

3. Holzweißig Forest Car Park – Lake Ludwig loop from Holzweißig

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