Discover Großschirma

Großschirma can be explored through several themes: architectural history, mining, rural life and outdoor trails. When planning your trip, you can first decide whether to focus on architecture and ways of life in the past, or on nature and longer routes.

Discover history and technology

The Siebenlehn water tower was built in 1912 to supply the local drinking water and is 42 metres high. Visits can be arranged by telephone; check whether a visit is possible before you travel.

The nave and chancel of Großschirma Church were added between 1490 and 1503, featuring a stellar rib vault. On a walk through Kleinvoigtsberg, you can view the mining structures of the Alte-Hoffnung-Gottes-Erbstollen from the outside.

The Obergruna local history room is housed in the barn of a former rectory. It displays household and agricultural items from earlier times. Demonstrations on offer include grain threshing, broom-making, butter-making and spinning sheep’s wool. Availability may vary; check which demonstrations will take place during your visit before you travel.

The Großvoigtsberg Railway Museum adds a railway perspective. The station building dates from 1873; an exhibition open to visitors explores railway history around Nossen, and signalling equipment is also on display. Access depends on the current opening arrangements. Check these before your visit.

Hiking destinations and routes

West of Siebenlehn, the Zellwald and the Aschbachtal Nature Reserve are popular destinations for hiking and recreation. Hiking along the Freiberger Mulde is also among the activities associated with Großschirma. This means natural areas and riverside walks complement the destination’s historical themes.

The Johanniterweg connects the Saxon Way of St James with the start of the Luther Trail. It is approximately 30 kilometres long and can be hiked in two sections. Its approximate length and division into sections provide a guide when planning a multi-part hike.

For getting around the region, Federal Highway 101 runs through Großschirma and connects Nossen with Freiberg. Your planned day trips can be a helpful consideration when choosing accommodation: an arranged visit, a look around an exhibition and time for hiking all make for different day plans. If you would like to combine several interests, first decide which visits you need to arrange in advance or check the opening hours for.

Discover more of Central Saxony

The wider destination of Central Saxony also offers cultural and geological attractions. At 353 metres high, Rochlitzer Berg is a remnant of volcanic activity; its red porphyry tuff is considered unique in Germany and Europe. Rochsburg Castle has housed a museum since 1911. The exhibition “People Make Clothes” displays 52 costumes spanning 1,000 years of European fashion history.

Discover more destinations: Brand-Erbisdorf, Rochlitz, Mittweida, Roßwein, Waldheim, Oederan, Eppendorf, Striegistal.

For the broader travel overview: Central Saxony.