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Saale-Orla-Kreis

Brandenstein Castle – Brandenstein Pond loop from Ranis

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Saale-Orla-Kreis

Brandenstein Castle – Brandenstein Pond loop from Ranis

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Brandenstein Castle – Brandenstein Pond loop from Ranis

01:20

4.92km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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783 m

Bench with a view of the Thuringian countryside

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Nice short hike

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1.85 km

View of Burgengenstein and Orlasenke

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This beautiful viewpoint with a relaxation bench is located on the hiking trail “Raniser Raubrittersteig”

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2.08 km

View of Ranis Castle from Brandensteiner Hill

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Rest area with a wonderful view 🤩.

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2.16 km

Hiking Trail on the Reef Platforms

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5

2.58 km

Brandenstein Castle

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Brandenstein Castle, also known as Brandenstein Castle, stands on a Zechstein reef in the Brandenstein district of the town of Ranis in the Saale-Orla district in Thuringia 🏰.

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3.02 km

Brandenstein Pond

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There is a free parking lot directly on the pond. In summer, you can find a shady spot here to relax.

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3.75 km

Dream of a hiking trail

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The small path leads along a small stream.

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4.92 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.86 km

1.84 km

683 m

519 m

Surfaces

3.60 km

664 m

441 m

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< 100 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

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