Grimma combines architectural and collection history with the gently rolling hills of the Mulde landscape. There are two distinct focuses to choose from when planning a trip: historic sites and exhibitions on the one hand, bridges and a themed hiking route on the other. You can decide which of these will shape your stay based on your own interests.

City History and Exhibitions

The collection at Grimma Museum has its roots in an antiquities exhibition from 1900 and has continued to develop to the present day. A section of the city wall also tells the story of earlier centuries: the surviving section of Grimma’s wall dates from the first third of the 13th century, and small garden houses have been preserved along the remains.

The Augustinian Hermits’ Monastery Church is part of the Grimma city tour. It was built around 1430 and has historic tracery windows. Martin Luther preached in the church several times. Wilhelm Ostwald Park has a permanent exhibition on Wilhelm Ostwald’s life and work, in the rooms where he worked in Haus Energie.

Important for planning your visit: Göschenhaus Museum is currently closed for renovation work. The work is expected to continue until 2027. Check the visitor information again before planning a visit.

Bridge Views and the Stone Trail

The Stone Mulde Bridge, also known as the Pöppelmann Bridge, is a landmark of Grimma. When crossing it on foot, you can take in views of the old town skyline, the Gothic gable of the castle, the monastery church and St. Augustine Grammar School. The Grimma suspension bridge offers a different connection to the Mulde: it is 80 metres long and links the town area to the city park on the opposite bank.

For a longer walk, the Stone Trail runs from Grimma’s Pöppelmann Bridge via Rabenstein and Höfgen, continuing along the Mulde to Förstgen. The themed route is 8.29 kilometres long and classified as easy. It includes 28 stone features, including route markers, stone seats, information boards and sculptures. The options therefore offer distinctly different experiences: the bridges provide their own highlights when crossing the Mulde and enjoying the views, while the Stone Trail follows a defined route with a set length and course. Check route conditions before setting off.

Höfgen Ship Mill

The Höfgen Ship Mill technical museum explores hydropower and the environment, the history and use of the mill, and the cultural history of Central European river ship mills. A guided tour lasts about 45 minutes and can be booked during opening hours or by arrangement. As seasonal opening hours and booking arrangements may change, check the current conditions before your visit.

Getting There and Planning Your Stay

One rail option from Leipzig is to travel by train or S-Bahn to Borsdorf first, then take regional train RB110 to Grimma station. Check the timetable and connection before travelling. Grimma is also a starting point for excursions in the wider Leipzig region, including Leipzig, Torgau and the Leipzig New Lakes District. Across the broader Leipzig District destination, the Leipzig New Lakes District comprises 22 new lakes with a total water surface area of 70 km².

If you choose Grimma as your base, you can plan your trip around your main interests: city history and exhibitions, the Stone Trail or excursions to the wider region. When choosing when to visit, pay particular attention to the changing visitor arrangements at the ship mill and the current status of Göschenhaus Museum.

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