Großrückerswalde is a municipality located in the district of Erzgebirgskreis within the German state of Saxony. It serves as a local administrative area situated in the eastern part of the country.
The town is characterized by its location in the Ore Mountains region, a geographic area known for its traditional mining history and distinct cultural landscape. As a municipality in Saxony, it functions as a residential and administrative center within the Erzgebirgskreis district.