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Schmalwasser Dam – View of the Schmalwasser Dam loop from Tambach-Dietharz

Schmalwasser Dam – View of the Schmalwasser Dam loop from Tambach-Dietharz

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Schmalwasser Dam – View of the Schmalwasser Dam loop from Tambach-Dietharz

01:02

14.9km

310m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.61 km

Schmalwasser Dam

Highlight • Lake

Here you can let your soul dangle. A relatively long circular route with a number of beautiful views and places to rest. There are other great highlights in the vicinity. …

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4.35 km

View of the Schmalwasser Dam

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The dam is now used for flood protection and energy generation. The water is also used for the annual whitewater rafting in Tambach-Dietharz.
There are always places to sit and …

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10.1 km

Köhlerhütte Rest Area

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A nice corner for a rest, with an interesting shelter.

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10.3 km

Mittelwasser Pond

Highlight • Lake

A beautiful, small pond with crystal clear water.

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11.6 km

Mittelwasser Tunnel

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The inflow of the mean water is measured here.

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12.4 km

View of the Old Tambach Dam Forebay

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Here you can see the front dam of the old Tambach dam

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12.7 km

Apfelstädter Grund Trail Signpost

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Here you are at an altitude of 490 meters above sea level and there is an information board and seating.

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12.7 km

Tambach Dam Forebay

Highlight • Lake

Here the Apfelstädt flows into the fore-dam of the old Tambach dam.

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14.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.3 km

4.30 km

221 m

100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.86 km

5.62 km

1.69 km

728 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (440 m)

Weather

Monday 13 July

24°C

16°C

77 %

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Schmalwasser Dam – View of the Schmalwasser Dam loop from Tambach-Dietharz

Schmalwasser Dam

View of the Schmalwasser Dam

Köhlerhütte Rest Area

Mittelwasser Pond

Mittelwasser Tunnel

View of the Old Tambach Dam Forebay

Apfelstädter Grund Trail Signpost

Tambach Dam Forebay

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