Germany
Saxony
Vogtland
Landkreis Hof
Zell im Fichtelgebirge
Former Yellow Chalk Mine Entrance
Germany
Saxony
Vogtland
Landkreis Hof
Zell im Fichtelgebirge
Former Yellow Chalk Mine Entrance
Former Yellow Chalk Mine Entrance
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 59 out of 60 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Fichtelgebirge
Location: Zell im Fichtelgebirge, Landkreis Hof, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany
Best Hikes to Former Yellow Chalk Mine Entrance
- Easy
4.8
(20)
64
Source of the Saale River – Source of the Saale loop from Zell im Fichtelgebirge01:15
4.46km
90m
Easy4.8
(31)
99
Source of the Saale River – Source of the Saale loop from Walpenreuth01:49
6.50km
130m
Intermediate4.8
(12)
46
Bear Trap at Großer Waldstein – Source of the Saale loop from Walpenreuth02:31
8.91km
190m
Tips
The former mining gallery can be found somewhat hidden about 20m from the main path. From 1769 to 1809 gold or other precious metals were not sought here, but so-called 'yellow chalk'. A fabric that was used to make colors.
Except for a hole with an iron grating in front of it, not much can be seen of the tunnel today.translated by
•August 30, 2020
The former tunnel is located a little off the path.
Well explained but not accessible.translated by•June 9, 2021
Nice to see. The junction cannot be missed thanks to the information board. Small ravine leads up. There is a bench opposite on the path for a short break.
translated by•December 13, 2023
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Location: Zell im Fichtelgebirge, Landkreis Hof, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany
Best Hikes to Former Yellow Chalk Mine Entrance
- Easy
4.8
(20)
64
Source of the Saale River – Source of the Saale loop from Zell im Fichtelgebirge01:15
4.46km
90m
Easy4.8
(31)
99
Source of the Saale River – Source of the Saale loop from Walpenreuth01:49
6.50km
130m
Intermediate4.8
(12)
46
Bear Trap at Großer Waldstein – Source of the Saale loop from Walpenreuth02:31
8.91km
190m
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