The dam was originally built for flood protection, as indicated by a sign on the dam wall. The Kriebstein Dam is the dam with the largest hydroelectric power plant in Saxony. The dam, which began operation in 1930, serves power generation, shipping, fishing, and recreation. It offers little flood protection.

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October 18, 2025

We begin our exploration at the parking lot near the Zschopau Dam. Instead of going directly to the castle, we take a short walk along the hiking trail toward the water.

We reach the lake stage and now have a view of the Zschopau River.
Today is a dark gray day.

We follow the path through the forest and suddenly, next to us, we see a treehouse hotel.
An interesting overnight option.

With the leaves already in their first autumn colors, we reach the viewing point with a view of the dam and the reservoir.
It serves as flood protection and for energy generation.

Here's the full tour

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Distance 1.06 km

Uphill 40 m

Downhill 40 m

Weather

Tuesday 16 December

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Kriebstein, Mittelsachsen, Saxony, Germany

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