Lützen, Historical municipality in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
Located at an altitude of 121 meters, Lützen extends across flat terrain in southern Saxony-Anhalt with a population of 3600 residents.
The Battle of Lützen in 1632 during the Thirty Years' War resulted in Swedish King Gustav II Adolf's death while leading his army against Habsburg forces.
The City and Regional History Museum, housed in Castle Lützen from the 13th century, displays dioramas of the Battle of Lützen and Battle of Großgörschen.
Visitors can reach Lützen through Leipzig Halle Airport, located 25 kilometers away, or via regional bus services from surrounding communities.
The Röcken district of Lützen marks the birthplace of philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, featuring his birth house and christening church.
Location: Burgenlandkreis
Elevation above the sea: 220 m
Shares border with: Bad Dürrenberg, Teuchern, Markranstädt
Website: https://stadt-luetzen.de
GPS coordinates: 51.25972,12.14167
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:41
Gustav Adolf Memorial
1.4 km
Protestant Church (Meuchen)
2.8 km
Protestant Church (Kleinkorbetha)
6.7 km
Monarchenhügel bei Großgörschen
7.9 km
Schloss Lützen
549 m
Protestant Church (Lützen)
434 m
Marienkirche
11.3 km
St. Martin (Großkorbetha)
7.8 km
Saalebrücke Schkortleben
8.4 km
Dorfkirche Schkortleben
8.6 km
Dorfkirche Poserna
6.6 km
Turmholländer Wengelsdorf
7.6 km
Protestant Church (Kriechau)
9.5 km
Kriegerdenkmal Granschütz
10.5 km
Kriegerdenkmal Kleinkorbetha
6.7 km
Village church Pörsten
7.5 km
Protestant Church (Göthewitz)
8.2 km
Protestant Church (Röcken)
2.7 km
St. Georg (Borau)
11.5 km
Protestant Church (Großgörschen)
5.7 km
Protestant Church Lützen OT Muschwitz
7.7 km
Staty Gustav II Adolf rådhuset Lützen
306 m
Protestant Church Eisdorf
5.8 km
Protestant Church (Pobles)
6.8 km
Protestant Church (Starsiedel)
4.8 km
St. Katharinen (Vesta)
6 km
Protestant Church (Taucha)
8.7 km
St. Marien (Dehlitz)
8.9 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes