Bitterfeld-Wolfen

Bitterfeld-Wolfen is an industrial municipality in Saxony-Anhalt shaped by several major lakes, including Muldestausee to the east and Goitzsche to the south. The city provides numerous docks for water activities and spreads across an area marked by industrial development and infrastructure.

Bitterfeld was first documented in 1224, while Wolfen emerged around 1400, before these two towns merged in 2007. The creation of the current municipality incorporated Greppin, Holzweißig, and Thalheim, marking a new chapter in the region's administrative history.

The place has developed international sister city connections with Vierzon in France and Witten in Germany, showing how the region maintains ties with other European communities. These partnerships shape local life and create opportunities for residents to connect across borders.

The municipality is located about 25 kilometers northeast of Halle and 35 kilometers north of Leipzig, making it accessible from larger cities. Visitors can find many water sports centers and swimming areas around the lakes, which makes the region a destination for outdoor recreation.

The area was once a major center for lignite mining, which began in 1846 and shaped the economy for decades. Today, the waste heaps and lakes created after mining have become popular recreation spots for residents and visitors.

Location: Anhalt-Bitterfeld

Inception: July 1, 2007

Elevation above the sea: 88 m

Website: https://bitterfeld-wolfen.de

GPS coordinates: 51.64250,12.30763

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:50