Golßen combines a clearly legible architectural history with several specifically named cycling connections. The town lies on the edge of three landscape areas: the Glogau-Baruth Urstromtal, the Lower Fläming and the Lusatian Basin and Heathland. For your planning, you can consider culture in the town centre, cycling routes and landscape features separately.
Architectural history in the town centre
The three-storey Neo-Gothic town hall was built between 1904 and 1906; its tower was restored between 1992 and 1995. The palace and its park date from the 18th century and display both Baroque and Classical features. The two buildings offer different architectural points of reference for exploring Golßen’s architectural history.
Golßen Church is a Classical plastered church with a five-sided apse. Its predecessor church was demolished in 1810, and the present church was consecrated in 1820. The town centre is also home to Art Nouveau town houses dating from the Fin de Siècle. The town hall, palace, church and town houses therefore differ both in their periods of construction and in their stylistic features.
Landscape and walking routes
North of Golßen, the Gehmlitz features irregular dunes and parabolic dunes. Other dune areas between Golßen and Lübben are suitable for walks. The Dahme flows near Golßen; historic fishponds fed by the river are considered a distinctive local landscape feature. Alongside the dunes, the waterways and the landscape associated with them are also worth noting.
The area around Golßen offers opportunities for walking, hiking and cycling among forests, meadows and bodies of water. Quiet paths and waterways are also part of the landscape and outdoor activities around the town. Those who would rather spend their time on foot than on a bike will also find suitable ideas for planning their visit.
Cycling connections and excursions
Golßen’s cycling routes include the Gurkenradweg, the Dahmeradweg and the Mühlentour. A circular route runs from Golßen via Kanowmühle Sagritz and Krossener Mühle, through Landwehr and back to Golßen. Another connection between Golßen, Prierow and Friedrichshof includes a well-developed section of the Gurken- und Mühlenradweg. The routes can be distinguished by the places and connections named; no specific journey time is given.
The Kanow Mill offers another point of interest: it is one of the oldest oil mills of its kind still in operation and has been family-run since 1815. The farm shop offers an insight into oil production. If you are interested in how it is made, you can include a traditional craft in your travel plans alongside architectural history and routes.
For a break during the summer season, consider the renovated PlitschPlatsch outdoor pool. It is open during the summer season and is also suitable for children learning to swim. As seasonal opening hours may change, check current opening information before visiting.
Accommodation and the wider region
In the wider Dahme-Spreewald destination, a cycling network of more than 1,000 kilometres connects the landscapes and excursion destinations of the Spreewald and the Dahme Lake District. The routes are described as well developed and fully signposted. This is the regional context for Golßen’s specific cycling connections; check the conditions of the relevant route before setting off.
Discover more destinations: Sagritz, Alt Zauche-Wußwerk, Schwerin, Schönefeld, Byhleguhre-Byhlen, Drahnsdorf, Eichwalde, Teupitz.
Go to the wider travel overview: Dahme-Spreewald.
