Döbeln

Döbeln is a town in Central Saxony that spreads across both sides of the Freiberger Mulde River at approximately 168 meters elevation. The settlement sits positioned between the three major cities of Dresden, Leipzig, and Chemnitz.

The settlement received its first written mention in 981 and developed into a town around 1220 during the medieval period. This era brought significant growth and prosperity through trade and crafts.

The town preserves multiple memorials and monuments related to World War II events that shape community identity. These sites serve as regular gathering places for remembrance ceremonies and public commemorations.

The central railway station connects the town through two main rail lines serving the broader Saxony region. The station offers convenient connections to neighboring towns and larger cities nearby.

The town maintains a working horse-drawn tram line since 2007, the last of its kind operating in all of Germany. This historic transportation method draws visitors who wish to experience travel as it was in the 19th century.

Location: Mittelsachsen

Elevation above the sea: 168 m

Shares border with: Roßwein, Waldheim

Website: https://doebeln.de

GPS coordinates: 51.11944,13.11278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:36