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Cycling day trip from Wittenburg to Dessau

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Wittenburg to Dessau

2 h 32 min
Duration
43 km
Distance
62 m
Ascent
71 m
Descent
17 km/h
Avg. speed
73 m
Max. altitude

This leisurely cycling route takes you from the charming town of Wittenburg to the historic city of Dessau, stretching just under 43 km through the beautiful landscapes of Saxony-Anhalt. With almost no climbs (only around 60 meters of ascent) and mostly paved surfaces, it’s a perfect ride for cyclists looking for a stress-free day on two wheels.

You’ll start in Wittenburg, a small spot with that lovely rural vibe, and soon find yourself pedaling along mostly asphalt cycleways and quiet country paths. The route winds through scenic fields and forests, offering plenty of chances to stop and soak in the views.

End your ride in Dessau, world-famous for its Bauhaus architecture and beautiful parks. Don't miss a stroll through the UNESCO-listed Bauhaus buildings or a break in the lush Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm.

All in all, this route is smooth, mostly traffic-free, and ideal for cyclists wanting a peaceful, easy-paced adventure between two delightful destinations.

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ZARM 2024 7. Tag

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Lutherstadt Wittenberg - Wörlitz Landscape Park - Köthen Return to Münster
41.1 km
Distance
129 m
Ascent
132 m
Descent
0

5. Tag : Wittenberg - Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

46 km
Distance
136 m
Ascent
143 m
Descent
0

Elbe-Rw: Wittenberg - Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

The route leisurely follows the Elbe River and its many old branches through the 'Mittlere Elbe' Biosphere Reserve. Coswig, with its large castle complex, lies along the way before you reach Wittenberg, one of the most important centers where Martin Luther worked. He posted his 95 theses on the doo…
38.1 km
Distance
69 m
Ascent
85 m
Descent
Auf dem R1 nach Dessau
City bike
Jürgen Wickert
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Auf dem R1 nach Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

small variant of the long-distance cycle route with lunch in Wörlitz and a piece of cake at Cafe Mrosek
50 km
Distance
29 m
Ascent
35 m
Descent
Elbe Radweg Wittenberg Dessau
Road bikeMTBCity bike
Bernhard Malert
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Elbe Radweg Wittenberg Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

own route
40.2 km
Distance
66 m
Ascent
73 m
Descent
0

Wittenberg nach Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

40.6 km
Distance
80 m
Ascent
93 m
Descent
WITTENBERG  DESSAU
Road bike
Bernhard Malert
0

WITTENBERG DESSAU

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

TEASI track
41.1 km
Distance
58 m
Ascent
67 m
Descent
0

Elbe-Radweg: Dessau - Lutherstadt Wittenberg CLONED FROM ROUTE 39

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Gemütlich geht es an der Elbe und ihren vielen Altarmen entlang durch das Biosphärenreservat "Mittlere Elbe". Coswig mit der großen Schlossanlage liegt am Weg, bevor Sie Wittenberg erreichen, eines der wichtigsten Zentren, in denen Martin Luther gewirkt hat. An der Tür der Schlosskirche veröffentli…
38.1 km
Distance
67 m
Ascent
83 m
Descent
1

49-Wittenberg - Oranienbaum - Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

49.4 km
Distance
57 m
Ascent
73 m
Descent
0

Wikana kekswelt nach Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

39.6 km
Distance
81 m
Ascent
90 m
Descent
0

Lutherstad Wittenberg-Dessau

Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

43.5 km
Distance
81 m
Ascent
90 m
Descent
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Road bike
0

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Cycling route in Wittenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

TAHUNA track
44.3 km
Distance
89 m
Ascent
101 m
Descent

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