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The Poppenstein is located on the northern shore of the Werda Dam. The Poppenstein and the neighboring small rock formations are composed of fruit or knotted slate. This clay slate, formed approximately 500 million years ago, was transformed and hardened under the influence of upwelling magmatic melt. The small pits on the rock's surface are the result of chemical weathering, where embedded minerals were dissolved out. (Information panel at the Poppenstein)

The hiking trail along the dam is dotted with interesting information panels about the flora and fauna in and around the dam. It is in very good condition and easy to walk on. Sturdy footwear is recommended, however. Below the path marked as Felsenweg 3b, a narrow path runs directly along the shore of the dam. Be careful, there are a few scrambles along the rocks; the path is not marked or signposted. The reward for your efforts are impressive views of the dam.

Route 3a complements the rocky paths with a varied tour offering beautiful views as far as the Lower Vogtland region. The route leads through a charming hilly landscape, nestled in the small town of Werda. Forests, meadows, and fields alternate, repeatedly offering views into the distance. The highlight is the ascent to the 676-meter-high Eimberg near Kottengrün, with sweeping views of the Elster Valley. Hikers encounter rock formations again on the sister route 3b. Rocky Path 3b leads hikers into the forests of the Geigenbach Valley and around the Werda Dam, which reflects the forest and sky like a mirror. From the forest valley, hikers continue out onto the open heights around Neustadt, all the way to the gates of Falkenstein. Along the way, hikers are surprised by more than just romantic rock formations, inviting them to linger. Charming views, some of which extend as far as Thuringia, also beckon hikers through Poppengrün, Neustadt, and Oberwinn. The Lochstein invites you to take a short rest, and a detour to Falkenstein and the castle rock is also recommended. Near Grünbach, Felsenweg 3b takes a detour over the Wendelstein. Here you'll encounter the landmark of the Felsenweg trails, the "Löwenkopf" rock formation. (https://www.vogtland-tourismus.de/mobile/de/tour/themenweg/felsenweg-3b-sagenhafte-ein-und-ausblicke/801015206)

The first schoolhouse was the building next to the church, inhabited by master tailor Adolf Blechschmidt (now Helbig in 2012), which was originally owned by master weaver Karl Seidel. The second schoolhouse (built by Pastor Sauer, now Hans-Joachim Müller) was acquired by the community in 1842. Starting in 1871, a second classroom was rented from Nicol Grämer's house, and an assistant teacher was hired (possibly for four classes). In 1877, the first negotiations regarding the new school building were conducted. The third schoolhouse was consecrated on April 22, 1879. Officially, it had four classes. It had two classrooms, two teaching materials rooms, and two teachers' apartments.... The village pyramid at the elementary school is particularly worth seeing in winter, with its five-meter-high, three-story revolving iron tower with wooden figures, and in summer, lovingly wrapped with funny pictures, a really great idea 👍 (https://grundschule-werda.de)

A small village church with an old cemetery and wonderful old gravestones in the center of Werda, near Schöneck. The village church was first documented in 1452 in connection with the plundering of cows by Eger mercenaries. (https://www.vogtland-tourismus.de/mobile/de/poi/kirche/st.-katharinenkirche-werda/23509406 )

Good view of the dam

dam bank

One of the most beautiful dams in the Vogtland