Wittichenau

Wittichenau is an administrative division in Saxony's Bautzen region, centered around the Schwarze Elster river and its surrounding landscape. The municipality comprises several neighborhoods and settlements spread across a gently rolling terrain shaped by local geography and development.

The region was part of the Bohemian Crown until territorial changes in the early 17th century brought it under Saxony's control. This shift redirected the area's political and cultural development for centuries to come.

The town carries a dual linguistic heritage, with both German and Upper Sorbian spoken in daily life and woven into its local character. This linguistic blend shapes how residents and visitors experience the place.

The municipality provides visitors access to local services and information through its central administrative office. When exploring the various neighborhoods that make up the area, it helps to allow time for travel between settlements and to check local transportation options beforehand.

A local scholar created the first printed Sorbian language dictionary in this area during the late 17th century. This early work of language documentation gave the place a notable role in preserving and recording this linguistic heritage.

GPS coordinates: 51.38507,14.24360

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40