Attractions in Saalfeld-Rudolstadt

Technically easy hike with a lot of variety. The Forellenhof is open Friday to Sunday from 11:00 to 20:00.

Great hike with an incredible view
You can't get enough of it
The slate quarry was in operation long after the fall of the Wall
The water is crystal clear
Unfortunately, swimming and diving are prohibited

This section of the Saale cycle path through Saalfeld is, in my opinion, the most beautiful. There are numerous places for a cozy break, where you can let your eyes wander or just listen to the roar of the Saale.

For me the highlight of the slate park. The water is so clear and the trees continue to grow under water.
It is worth going down the steep slate stairs. … read more

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.

My favorite place... with lots of nice memories 🦊💚🙏

This geological natural monument is especially great in autumn 🍂. The sunlight brings out the richness of color of the red sandstone particularly well. The railing largely secures the somewhat unsafe area.

Always a nice destination 🦊😊

The tower on the Wetzstein (792 m above sea level) was erected as a memorial against the expulsion of people and as a memorial to a lost home. He is … read more

The 412 meter long and 75 meter high dam of the Hohenwarthe dam is simply impressive. It was built from 1936 to 1942. At that time, the 250 inhabitants of … read more

The Schwarzatal invites again and again to hiking and its variety in Thuringia is hard to beat.

After about two years of construction, the pedestrian bridge over the Saale was opened on November 26, 2019 by the mayor, Dr. Kania officially opened. Two low pylons hold the … read more

The market square is surrounded by many beautiful historical buildings. Definitely visit: the Folkfest TFF at the beginning of July.

Ferry no longer runs in 2022 due to lack of water - premature end of the season

The ascent to here is very varied, the ruins appear almost out of nowhere and look very dreamy.

An impressive building with an exciting history. Worth it!

The small model village in the slate park Lehesten shows very clearly how the slate was used for roof and wall covering in various ways.

A beautiful rock with a great view of the Schwarzatal. Equipped with a small bench and a shelter.

The Fröbelturm is a lookout tower near the mountain town of Oberweißbach in the Thuringian Slate Mountains. It was built in the years 1888-1890 on the summit of the 784.2 … read more

From the Luisenturm you have a wonderful view of the wide landscape of the Saale valley and the foothills of the Thuringian Forest, weather permitting. It has a great connection … read more