Discover Köglitz

Köglitz invites you to discover a distinctive chapel, routes for cycling and hiking, and a local bread product. The Theresien Chapel gives the village a distinctive theme; nearby, Waldeck Castle adds another historical destination.

The Theresien Chapel and its history

The Theresien Chapel, built in Köglitz in 2011, is dedicated to Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. Two small towers and a gleaming copper roof characterize its exterior. Inside, there is a life-size figure of Christ and a Way of the Cross designed by Irene Schleicher. A relic of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux is kept in the altar; relics of her parents, who were also canonized, are housed in the chapel wall. In this way, the chapel combines distinctive architectural features with a special religious dedication.

The remains of Waldeck Castle lie nearby, on Waldeck Castle Hill. The castle ruins were excavated and restored over the past 30 years. Information panels and an app tell the story of its eventful history; the hill offers wonderful views of the surrounding countryside.

Explore by bike or on foot

The approximately 40-kilometer Chapel Cycling Tour connects Tirschenreuth and Kemnath. It can be ridden along either of two routes through the Steinwald or the Waldnaab Valley. Along the way, the Theresien Chapel in Köglitz is one of the other chapels to discover. The tour’s length and two route options give you a concrete basis for planning; which option you choose depends on whether you prefer to travel through the Steinwald or the Waldnaab Valley.

Another route to follow is the Kemnath–Waldeck Route, Hiking Tour 2: from Schweißenreuth, a red circular marker leads in the direction of Köglitz. If you plan to hike this route, check the markings on site before setting off. This keeps the two different types of activity in view when planning: the longer cycling tour with two route options, and the marked hiking trail leading towards Köglitz.

Bread made with homegrown grain

The Heckenhof Robl in Köglitz is also part of the village’s character. There, organic bread is baked in a stone oven using grain grown on the farm, in a variety of styles. This offers a concrete glimpse of local production and a different focus from the chapel or the routes. If you would like to include the Heckenhof Robl in your travel plans, check current visiting arrangements in advance.

Kemnath: Culture and puzzle activities in the wider destination

There are more things to discover in the wider destination of Kemnath. The Karpfenweg Rally offers a discovery trail with puzzles for all ages. A digital scavenger hunt created with Actionbound also leads along the Fantastic Carp Trail to historical sights. If you are interested in this digital activity, it is worth checking its availability in advance.

The Musikeum is all about historic musical automata. Anton Heindl’s collection ranges from barrel organs to gramophones; visitors are invited to touch and listen to the exhibits. The Kemnath Regional Heritage and Firearms Museum offers a different perspective on the region’s history, with finds dating back 50,000 years of human history. In the wider Kemnath area, puzzle activities sit alongside both a collection that can be experienced through the senses and evidence of a long regional history.

When looking for accommodation, it helps to first decide what the focus of your trip will be: Köglitz is known for the Theresien Chapel, the cycling and hiking routes mentioned here, and bread from the Heckenhof Robl; the wider destination of Kemnath also offers puzzle activities and museums. Use these themes to guide your search and decide which ones you want to shape your trip. Discover more destinations: Hopfau.

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