The simple baroque structure of the Hirschberg Castle towers over a steep rocky outcrop of the Lohberg, from which one has a breathtaking view of the city on the River Saale and the Upper Franconian countryside.

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Harald Schramm (Schocker)

September 10, 2019

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The building was built in 1678 in Baroque style. However, the story goes back further: Already in 1296 it was imperial and 1397 Bohemian fief. 1652 it goes over to …

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Schnucki

August 15, 2021

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The ascent via the Lohbachtalweg is a bit steep, but the view rewards the effort. As already mentioned, the castle itself has fallen into disrepair.

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1. Kaiserhöhe Slate Cliffs – Steinmühlen Weir on the Saale River loop from Hirschberg

8.24km

02:19

170m

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2. View of Lamitzmühle – Saale Riverside loop from Hirschberg

15.2km

04:14

270m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Former Inner German Border – Former Border Installations loop from Hirschberg

16.3km

04:36

350m

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

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Elevation 470 m

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Location: Hirschberg, Saale-Orla-Kreis, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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Hirschberg Castle (Saale)

1. Kaiserhöhe Slate Cliffs – Steinmühlen Weir on the Saale River loop from Hirschberg

2. View of Lamitzmühle – Saale Riverside loop from Hirschberg

3. Former Inner German Border – Former Border Installations loop from Hirschberg

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