Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: December 17, 2025

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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Parking

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123 m

Knau Manor

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I really find a nice spot, with a lot of interesting history

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3.98 km

Plothen Ponds

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beautiful pond landscape that is unique in Thuringia

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11.0 km

Ziegenrück on the Saale River

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Ziegenrück is simply a small, sleepy place between the Thuringian seas. The food is very good and there are countless beautiful cycling and hiking trails. A detour is worthwhile.

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11.9 km

Ziegenrück Railway Bridge

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A very beautiful viaduct.

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12.0 km

Old railway bridge and tunnel near Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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Impressively shows how beautiful this old railway line must have been.

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12.4 km

Saale Bridge in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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Nice photo opportunity that shouldn't be missed.

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12.5 km

Saale River Waterfalls and Bridge Between Ziegenrück and Walsburg

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Beautiful piece of nature. Splendid

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17.7 km

View of the Saale River at Walsburg

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Walsburg is a wonderful little village in the forest. The Saale flows through the town. In the village the Wisenta flows into the Saale

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30.5 km

Straßenteich

Lake

34.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.5 km

10.2 km

3.35 km

218 m

Surfaces

21.0 km

10.8 km

1.36 km

881 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (500 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Sunday 4 January

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