At the end of the 15th century, the brothers Ernst and Albrecht von Sachsen had an artificial pond built near Torgau by decree from the Electorate of Saxony. It should be used for fish farming and thus supply the farm. During the fortress period, the Great Pond also served as a water reservoir for filling the moats. Today it is a dam and flood protection system and at the same time an important nature reserve and local recreation area. The Great Pond is still used for fish farming.

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August 22, 2025

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The lake is used for fish farming, nature conservation, local recreation and flood protection.

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Micha

June 17, 2022

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At the moment there is a state garden exhibition in Torgau.

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