Luther Trail
The Luther Trail invites visitors to follow in the footsteps of the Reformation and discover the beauty of the region at the same time. It is part of the Central German Luther Trail network, which connects important places in Martin Luther's life and work. In the Salzlandkreis district, there are three main stations and five secondary stations that are closely linked to the spread of the Reformation. Information boards and memorial sites bring history to life and invite you to linger.
St James' Pilgrimage Route
The St. James Pilgrimage Route connects the Salzlandkreis district with one of the oldest pilgrimage routes in Europe: the Way of St. James to Santiago de Compostela. On the section through our region, which is ideal for day trips and weekend tours, you will find three official stations that warmly welcome pilgrims and hikers:
- Schönebeck - St Jacobi
- Egeln - St Christopher's
- Egeln - Church Marienstuhl
These places invite you to pause, pray and meet others. Pilgrims can get their stamp for their pilgrim's passport and find accommodation here.
The pilgrimage route leads through the varied landscapes of the Salzland district: from river meadows and fields to small villages with a rich history. Along the way, you will discover Romanesque churches, quiet resting places and historic buildings that tell of the region's long tradition of pilgrimage. Simply follow the scallop shell, the traditional symbol of the Way of St James.
The St James Society of Saxony-Anhalt was founded to maintain and care for the route in Saxony-Anhalt, which has been a tourist attraction in Saxony-Anhalt since 2005.