Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 1, 2025

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.40 km

Gleitsch Plateau

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Once you're on the slide, you'll be treated to wonderful views of nature.

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3.01 km

Devil's Bridge Natural Rock Arch

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It's impressive what nature has left us here! Reminds me of the Prebischtor...😉 There are also a few benches here above the rock formation to linger.

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4.43 km

Obernitz Castle and Church

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The church in Obernitz is a very beautiful building, the castle has really seen better days.

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4.52 km

Evangelical Church Obernitz

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SUPER BUILDING; Unfortunately, it was not open; I would have liked to see the colorful windows against the light and the interior.
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5.13 km

Wetzelstein Manor

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An alum plant was opened in the Saaletal as early as 1544. In 1546 an alum hut on the Wetzelstein was described by Georgius Agricola. According to Hieronymus Völker, these …

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5.68 km

Fuchsturm Saalfeld

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Picnic table right next to it for the snack

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6.44 km

View of Obernitz Castle and Church

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From a distance the castle looks really idyllic, but up close it looks very desolate.

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9.12 km

Saaleaue and Mühlfelsen

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A beautiful circular route in the Saal floodplains.

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10.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.79 km

2.05 km

1.81 km

1.52 km

366 m

133 m

Surfaces

3.40 km

2.57 km

1.71 km

1.60 km

1.07 km

314 m

Elevation

Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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