The reservoir was created in 1960 as the largest flood retention basin in the catchment area of the Jagst. Its water surface amounts to with normal accumulation 18 ha, and with maximum accumulation 33 ha. The lake can be circumnavigated on beautiful ways.

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picturesque lake area and a place to stay

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1. Sound sticks in the forest – Orrotsee loop from Hohenberg

4.08km

01:03

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. St. James' Church, Hohenberg – Orrotsee loop from Rosenberg

12.8km

03:28

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. St. James' Church, Hohenberg – Orrotsee loop from Altmannsrot

11.0km

02:58

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 10 m

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1. Sound sticks in the forest – Orrotsee loop from Hohenberg

2. St. James' Church, Hohenberg – Orrotsee loop from Rosenberg

3. St. James' Church, Hohenberg – Orrotsee loop from Altmannsrot

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