Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Dam loop from Oberhof

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Oberhof

Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Dam loop from Oberhof

Moderate

4.6

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1,055

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Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Dam loop from Oberhof

03:28

12.4km

250m

Hiking

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: August 8, 2026

Tips

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.78 km

Forest trail in Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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Very nice hiking trail around their Lütschestausee🍀

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4.23 km

Langer Grund Pond

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The Langer Grunds pond has crystal clear water.

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4.47 km

Lütsche Reservoir

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Nestled in the beautiful nature of the Thuringian Forest lies the Lütschetalsperre. Around the reservoir, you can cycle and repeatedly enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake and the wooded …

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5.51 km

View of the Lütsche Reservoir from the dam

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The dam was built between 1935 and 1938 and served to supply soft water to the Arnstadt, Neudietendorf and Erfurt train stations.

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5.58 km

Lütschetalsperre Dam

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Could use a new coat of paint

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5.63 km

Resting point with a view of the dam

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Beautiful rest area of the “Gemeinde Geratal” with a direct view of the dam.

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6.58 km

Lütsche Dam

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A beautiful reservoir 😊🦊

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8.93 km

View of the Lütsche Reservoir and quarry from Schlossbergkanzel

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A beautiful view over the countryside. Somewhat disappointing are the trails, which are 90% gravel and split and therefore difficult to walk.

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12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.46 km

1.32 km

1.23 km

361 m

Surfaces

8.21 km

2.17 km

1.42 km

579 m

Elevation

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Highest point (810 m)

Lowest point (580 m)

Weather

Wednesday 21 October

8°C

3°C

23 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

August 21, 2021,Runde Oberhof Lütschestausee

Very nice round with the best hiking weather. The paths are easy to walk, only the ascent to the Schlossbergkanzel is a little more strenuous.

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May 24, 2025,Thüringen Oberhof : Rundwanderung zum Lütschestausee 24 05.2025

Lütsche Dam:

oberhof.de/attraktion/luetschetalsperre-00269ef5bc

thueringen.info/oberhofcamping.html

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December 10, 2022,Lütschestausee – Schlossbergkanzel Runde von Oberhof

A nice round in the snow.
The reservoir has very little water - the name Stauteich would currently be more appropriate.
Unfortunately, the restaurant at the campsite is currently closed due to a lack of staff. So without mulled wine in the direction of Oberhof.

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September 26, 2025,Herbstliche Impressionen in und an der Lütschetalsperre

Misty hike
Autumnal stillness, damp air
Mysterious

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September 12, 2023,Lütschestausee – Schlossbergkanzel Runde von Oberhof

A visit to the Lütschestausee is definitely worth it. It's a shame we didn't have any bathing suits with us. We would have loved to jump in to cool off in these unusually warm temperatures.
The climb to the Schlossbergkanzel was quite demanding and the path wasn't particularly pretty either. But once you got to the top, you were rewarded …

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