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The Saale River in Ziegenrück – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

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Ziegenrück

The Saale River in Ziegenrück – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

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The Saale River in Ziegenrück – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

01:09

4.03km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

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194 m

Schieferfalte Ziegenrück

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Ziegenrück Slate Fold, also known as the Kulm Fold, is an impressive geological natural monument in the Saale Valley, about 100 meters north of Ziegenrück. It provides a fascinating insight into the tectonic structure of the Thuringian Slate Mountains.

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263 m

Once a vacationer stronghold, in GDR times. Not so anymore. A beautiful place located in the valley. The Saale flows through the middle

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946 m

Ziegenrück Town Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

The town hall of Ziegenrück with its beautiful half-timbered structure.

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1.65 km

All around Ziegenrück there are beautiful hiking trails, great rest areas that invite you to linger.
So you can enjoy the views.

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1.74 km

Waldschlösschen Pavilion

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The "Waldschlösschen" pavilion serves as a covered picnic area with a beautiful view.

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2.62 km

View of Ziegenrück

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Behind the Ziegenrück train station and in front of the Ziegenrück tunnel you have a beautiful view of the town of Ziegenrück.

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3.67 km

Nice seating on the promenade, a boat rental is also available.

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3.75 km

Saale Weir, Ziegenrück

Highlight • Structure

Many relaxing benches and picnic areas are located here on the edge of the weir.

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4.03 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.57 km

1.15 km

697 m

448 m

170 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.88 km

1.32 km

567 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

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Tuesday 3 November

6°C

2°C

5 %

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