The sheep pond is a pond created artificially several hundred years ago. The forest Espich, bordering on the eastern end, has through him extended wetlands which provide a home to many species of animals. He is said to have preserved the name Schafteich, because a shepherd drowned in him who wanted to rescue one of his sheep from the water.

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Michael

March 10, 2024

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The nature reserve is located on the north-east edge of the town of Limbach-Oberfrohna and extends into the area of the municipality of Kändler.

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Uli & Berli 🐕 sind unterwegs

April 16, 2025

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The Schafteich nature reserve in the Limbach ponds is named after him.

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1. Saxony Stone Villa – Carp Pond loop from Kändler

7.20km

01:52

50m

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

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2. Saxony Stone Villa – Schafteich loop from Schafteich

5.05km

01:19

30m

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

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3. Neuteich, Limbach-Oberfrohna – Schafteich loop from Hartmannsdorf

9.66km

02:32

80m

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

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Elevation 410 m

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Location: Limbach-Oberfrohna, Zwickau, Saxony, Germany

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1. Saxony Stone Villa – Carp Pond loop from Kändler

2. Saxony Stone Villa – Schafteich loop from Schafteich

3. Neuteich, Limbach-Oberfrohna – Schafteich loop from Hartmannsdorf

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