Black Pockau River – Schwarzwassertal loop from Schwarzwassertal

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Black Pockau River – Schwarzwassertal loop from Schwarzwassertal

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Black Pockau River – Schwarzwassertal loop from Schwarzwassertal

02:51

9.96km

210m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.46 km for 232 m

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2.26 km

Small Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

One of many along the valley

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2.78 km

Black Pockau River

Highlight • River

A good hiking trail leads from Hinterer Grund to Kühnhaide, always not far from the Schwarzen Pockau. First through a narrow, wooded valley and later across wide meadows. Pure relaxation.

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3.84 km

Schwarze Pockau River in Schwarzwassertal

Highlight • River

Top hiking area in the Ore Mountains.

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4.18 km

Schwarzwassertal

Highlight • Gorge

In my opinion, it is one of the most beautiful valleys anywhere. Impressive with its flora and fauna, it invites you to go hiking. So don't forget a picnic and plant identification app.

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4.27 km

Schwarze Pockau Rest Area

Highlight • River

Even if you've been there 10 times, you keep going back there. The black Pockau meanders picturesquely through the landscape which is very varied. Sometimes many 🌲🌳 very different 🌿🍀🌻🌼🌸 …

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4.43 km

Nonnenfelsen (Schwarzwasser Valley)

Highlight • Climb

This imposing rock face rises dozens of meters high right next to the Black Pockau stream. The well-developed hiking trail leads over a small bridge from which you have a beautiful view of the Nonnenfelsen.

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4.56 km