Erlau begins with a look at history: The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Schweikershain was built between 1719 and 1721. Concerts are frequently held in the church; the Silbermann instrument attracts organists and other musicians from near and far. Those wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Erlau can then continue their search for accommodation.
Culture
Most of the main structure of St. Lawrence's Church in Erlau dates from around 1500. The church has a large winged altar from around 1500 with carved, painted and partially gilded figures, as well as twelve panel paintings.
St. Leonard's Chapel near Naundorf was first mentioned in documents in 1501 and was inaugurated in 2010 following extensive restoration. The church in Crossen contains a baptismal font made of Rochlitz porphyry.
Local Area
The Crossen country inn has a beer garden and a bowling alley. It is known for its fish dishes beyond Erlau as well.
The Generations Railway Station is used by Erlau residents and visitors; events are held in the community area.
Nature
Erlau's Steinberg is listed among the municipality's area-based natural monuments.
History
The former Erlau railway station is a 120-year-old building that characterizes the local townscape and is part of a listed ensemble.
The Obstmühle mill ensemble is listed as a cultural monument and represents typical Saxon mill architecture. Obstmühle is a settlement in the Erlbach Valley and belongs to Erlau. Mill sites are designated within Erlau and in neighboring locations.
Geographical Location
Erlau is located in the foothills of the Ore Mountains near the Kriebstein Reservoir. Two railway stations on the Chemnitz–Riesa railway line provide Erlau with long-distance rail connections.
