Discover Katzdorf: Thai Wat, gardens and hiking trails

Katzdorf offers a Buddhist meditation centre, a show garden and a flat hiking trail to suit a range of travel interests. A particularly striking feature is the 4.80-metre-high golden Buddha statue at the Thai Wat; there are also garden ideas and a route suitable for Nordic walkers and recreational cyclists. When planning a trip, you can consider culture, gardens and exercise as different priorities and take the relevant visiting arrangements into account.

A special cultural highlight

The Buddhist meditation centre “Thai Wat” is housed in a former school in Katzdorf. At its heart is the golden statue of “Som Dej Ong Pathom”: it is 4.80 metres tall and was brought to Katzdorf especially from Thailand. The combination of a former school building, meditation centre and statue makes this a distinctive cultural attraction. If you enjoy learning the stories behind a destination, you’ll find a clear focus here and a specific account of the statue’s origins.

The public is also welcome at several festivals held between May and October. If you’d like to attend one, check the exact dates before your trip.

Local history and garden ideas

Katzdorf was first mentioned in 1129 under the name “Kastorf”. St Michael’s Church was consecrated in 1951. These are two clearly dated landmarks in the town’s history: its first mention under an earlier name and the consecration of the church in the 20th century. Together, they offer a historical perspective on Katzdorf alongside today’s leisure interests.

The Katzdorf Show Garden offers ideas featuring fruit and ornamental shrubs, herbs, flowers and grasses. It also includes ideas for creating ponds. While a single statue is the cultural focal point at the Thai Wat, the garden is about a variety of plants and the design of private gardens. This makes it an interesting place for travellers interested not only in local history and culture, but also in gardening ideas.

Outdoor activities and planning your visit

The Katzdorf hiking trail is a flat family walk and is also suitable for Nordic walkers and recreational cyclists. If you’d like to explore Katzdorf on the move, this route caters to a range of leisure activities. Its flat terrain and the groups it is specifically recommended for make it easier to decide whether it suits your travel interests.

Visits to “Alpakas an der Naab” in Katzdorf are possible by appointment, arranged by phone or email. Be sure to arrange your visit in advance. A low ropes course is located at Max-Planck-Straße 17, offering another specific activity in Katzdorf.

When planning your trip, it’s worth bearing in mind the different visiting arrangements: the public is welcome at several Thai Wat festivals between May and October, while visits to “Alpakas an der Naab” must be arranged in advance. Check the exact festival dates and arrange your alpaca visit in good time.

For the wider travel overview: Teublitz.