"Welcome to BITTERFELD" Bitterfeld by Leipzig

Bitterfeld Travel Guide: 9 reviews and 17 photos

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Bitterfeld was first mentioned on May 28, 1224. In 1637 the city was conquered and despoiled by the Swedes. 13 years later the Swedes burnt down and left the city. In 1815 Saxony lost Bitterfeld in the Battle of the Nations to Prussia. Bitterfeld has become an industrial centre due to open lignite mining.
It is no typical tourist spot. The few attractions in the centre are usually not open to public. But the vicinity offers some great hiking and cycling tracks.

Pros and Cons

Pros:great recreation areas around the town
Cons:there's not much to do in town

Last visit to Bitterfeld: Apr 2003
Intro Updated Jul 30, 2007
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Reviews (9)

Stadtapotheke Things to Do (6)

The neo-Baroque Stadtapotheke (town pharmacy) is the oldest building of Bitterfeld. It is situated next to the town... more travel advice

Getting there Transportation (1)

The best way to get to Bitterfeld is by car. Take Autobahn A9 (Berlin-Leipzig) and leave at exit "Zörbig". Suburban... more travel advice

Climate in Bitterfeld What to Pack (1)

Rainy season: There is no special rainy season Avg. Temp. in Spring: max.: 9 – 20°C ( 49 - 68°F ); min: 2 - 9°C ( 36... more travel advice

Pegelturm Things to Do (6)

During the 1950s and 1960s huge open lignite mining took place in this region. After reunification the holes were... more travel advice

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Written Apr 3, 2003

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Comments (6)

Sjalen Nov 18, 2005 at 6:28 AM Report Abuse

Oh dear, looks like my ancestors spoilt the town :(
pepples46 Jul 27, 2003 at 4:06 PM Report Abuse

thank god Bitterfeld has got a green lung....thanx for a fine page Chris
nepalgoods Jun 19, 2003 at 11:49 AM Report Abuse

You have so many eexcellent pages of small towns in Germany!!! I learn a lot from this pages!!!!
shdw100 Apr 18, 2003 at 9:33 AM Report Abuse

Still studying (LOL) Great page with useful information. I feel like I get to know Germany and my ancestory better each time I read your pages.
german_eagle Apr 7, 2003 at 1:09 PM Report Abuse

I think you did everything what is to do (and see) there. Well done! Nice photos. I spent a short time there during my army service. Brings back BAD memories!!
b1bob Apr 6, 2003 at 8:12 AM Report Abuse

Nice job, my friend. I'll have to take you to the old (1792) apothecary in Alexandria, VA.