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Goseck Solar Observatory – Goseck Castle loop from Goseck

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Burgenlandkreis
Goseck

Goseck Solar Observatory – Goseck Castle loop from Goseck

Easy

5.0

(5)

32

hikers

Goseck Solar Observatory – Goseck Castle loop from Goseck

00:57

3.44km

60m

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: June 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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800 m

Goseck Solar Observatory

Highlight • Historical Site

The solar observatory is easy to reach from the free car park 500 meters away.
At 7000 years old, the observatory is the oldest known of its kind.
Cultic festivals take place here during the solstice celebrations.

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2

1.53 km

War memorial with rest area

Highlight • Monument

* This historical memorial stands in the middle of the village
* the inscription is unfortunately a bit weathered

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3

2.22 km

Lion Head Fountain at the castle

Highlight • Monument

There is an ornate fountain in front of the castle.
Unfortunately the pool is misused as a trash can 🥴just stupid.

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4

2.37 km

Sundial at Goseck Castle

Highlight • Monument

* Good accessibility when you are out and about on the Saale
* child friendly
* Gastronomy available
* Medieval castle and later monastery complex
A beautiful view of the Saale valley

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2.39 km

Majestic Ginkgo

Highlight • Natural Monument

The approximately 170-year-old tree stands in the courtyard of Goseck Castle and is worth a visit, especially in autumn when its leaves turn yellow.

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6

2.45 km

Goseck Castle

Highlight • Castle

The monumental Goseck Castle towers over the Saale Valley. The castle church has been renovated and now houses a permanent exhibition.

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7

2.55 km

beautiful view from the castle of the Saale valley

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8

2.66 km

To the left is the local museum, to the right is the castle tavern

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3.44 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.52 km

603 m

161 m

128 m

Surfaces

2.08 km

839 m

354 m

128 m

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