Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 11, 2026

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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670 m

Viewpoint with information board in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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The view from here is truly magnificent. Highly recommended.

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3.49 km

Ziemestal Viaduct

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Simply amazing! A great destination for a railway embankment hike from Ziegenrück. 1 viaduct and 3 tunnels and then this bridge! The hike on the railway tracks with the dark tunnels is also great for the kids.

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3.72 km

Ziemes Tunnel

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Built 1892-1893

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4.46 km

View of the Ziemestal Bridge

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Due to the many tree fellings, you now have a good view of the entire bridge from the path below, but some of the paths up to the bridge are …

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4.51 km

Bridge over the Großer Otterbach

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It's fun for the kids to go through!

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4.90 km

Otterbach

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It's fascinating and not always easy to follow him ...

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5.27 km

Otterbach Valley

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Idyllic path to the Ziemestal bridge and Wysburg castle complex.

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7.63 km

View of the Saale River

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A magnificent view of the Saale from here.

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10.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.48 km

1.33 km

821 m

285 m

Surfaces

4.25 km

3.64 km

1.45 km

1.36 km

221 m

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Highest point (530 m)

Lowest point (320 m)

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Monday 20 April

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40 %

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Viewpoint with information board in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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