Attractions in Saale-Orla-Kreis

Picturesque location on the banks of the Upper Saale, the former Reussian residence Schloss Burgk not only houses historical living and showrooms as well as precious interiors, but is also … read more

The footbridge leads around the Kobersfelsen directly on the water. It is really a wonderful hiking trail. If you have time, take a short detour up the Kobersfelsen. From up there you have a great view.

Simply strong! Great destination of a railway embankment hike from Ziegenrück. 1 viaduct and 3 tunnels and then this bridge! The hike on the train tracks with the dark tunnels is also great for the kiddis.

Great excursion destination near the hall. A bit difficult access, but when you reach the top you will be rewarded with a great reconstructed castle complex. A real insider tip in the region was created with great attention to detail.

The Saale Tower in Burgk not only offers a fantastic view over the Saale valley, it is also an architectural highlight itself. In any case, the tower is worth a … read more

The 65-meter-high and 205-meter-long gravity dam built between 1926 and 1932 near Gräfenwarth and Schleiz dams 215 million cubic meters of water in the Saale. This makes the Bleilochtalsperre the largest reservoir in Germany in terms of volume.

A beautiful area that mainly offers easy hikes, endless birds and tranquility. The land of 1000 ponds certainly doesn't have a thousand, but certainly a few hundred ponds to offer. … read more

The bridge doesn't look good in the surroundings - but it serves its purpose and is still an eye-catcher

Attention, not for the faint of heart, because here it is really good down and the way is sometimes very narrow, but there are at the "critical points" a steel … read more

This was a restricted area until reunification. The jetty was only rebuilt in 1991.

Ziegenrück is simply a small, sleepy place between the Thuringian seas. The food is very good and there are countless beautiful cycling and hiking trails. A detour is worthwhile.

Nicely designed rest area with seating area and shelter. In the refuge there is a plaque with the story of Hell Valley and a huge tree disc. The barefoot path is right next door.

Actually just a joke for the Guinness book.

Nestled in picturesque mixed forest, which extends on beautiful hills, lies the lead-hole reservoir. A dream for every cyclist, because around the lake there are many beautiful bike paths that … read more

Burgk Castle is one of the most important cultural monuments in Thuringia. The palace complex on the Saale is the oldest and largest in the Thuringian Oberland. During a visit … read more

With a view of the Saale and Burgk, you hike along the Röhrensteig. Take a little time and enjoy the breathtaking view on this beautiful section.

Nice path over the dam with a great view of Burgk Castle.

It is a beautiful view and you are being watched by Bilchen - be careful, allow your backpack!

impressive structure, from a distance, even more from up close. You should definitely take a look.

A beautiful little ferry (Linkenmühle ferry) that crosses the Saale in a dreamlike landscape / panorama.

Only the onward journey (in both directions) is then quite exhausting (especially if you … read more