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Land of a Thousand Ponds

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Land of a Thousand Ponds

Recommended by 59 hikers out of 61

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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    1. Plothen Ponds – Neuer Teich loop from Plothen

    7.11km

    01:50

    30m

    30m

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

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

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

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    September 16, 2024

    The land of 1000 ponds
    The pond landscape is located on a plateau of the Thuringian Slate Mountains and covers an area of around 75 square kilometres.
    The original 2,000 ponds (now around 600) were created by monks in the 11th/12th century for the purpose of fish farming.

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      September 21, 2024

      Simply a great pond landscape.

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        May 12, 2025

        I really enjoyed the tour. Especially in the morning, when everyone is still asleep and you're alone with nature.

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          Elevation 530 m

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

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