St. Laurentius Church Elsnig – Hartenfels Castle loop from Elsnig

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St. Laurentius Church Elsnig – Hartenfels Castle loop from Elsnig

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St. Laurentius Church Elsnig – Hartenfels Castle loop from Elsnig

01:50

30.4km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 13.8 km for 66 m

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Bus stop

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1.44 km

St. Laurentius Church Elsnig

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The church was built in the 13th century in the style of the Romanesque, after she fell victim to multiple fires it was renewed in the 17th century in Baroque …

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5.13 km

Mockritz Village Church

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In 1346 the church was first mentioned in a document. In 1673 the church was severely damaged by fire, but by 1679 everything had been restored, including the bells burned by the fire.

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13.8 km

View of the Elbe Bridge in Torgau

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with information boards and seating

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14.5 km

View of the Elbe River in Torgau

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there is also a map & capstone 1817

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14.5 km

Elbe Gate of Hartenfels Castle

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Architecturally fantastic is this access to the interior of the castle from the Elbe side. It is located directly on the Elbe cycle path, although you have to overcome a few small steps. The portal is definitely worth seeing.

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14.6 km

Spiral Staircase at Hartenfels Castle

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The stair tower is a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

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14.8 km

Hartenfels Castle

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Hartenfels Castle, steeped in history, is considered a masterpiece of the Renaissance, but it is not only a special place from an architectural point of view. History was also truly …

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14.9 km

Bear enclosure at Hartenfels Castle

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In 1452 there was already the first bear pit at Hartenfels Castle. The tradition has been preserved to this day, although it was long interrupted between 1760 and 1950. In …

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