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Schwarza River – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Dittersdorf

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Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt

Schwarzburg

Schwarza River – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Dittersdorf

Moderate

4.9

(15)

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Schwarza River – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Dittersdorf

03:00

11.0km

170m

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: March 16, 2026

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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Bus stop

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73 m

Schwarza Bridge

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Very beautiful arch bridge over the Schwarza, we hope it lasts for a long time.

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157 m

Picnic area at Schweizer Haus on the Schwarza River

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if you don't have anything with you, you can stop in opposite

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2.88 km

Schwarza River

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Even today, the Schwarza is considered the most gold-rich river in Germany, from which, according to tradition, up to four tons of pure gold were mined in the 16th century.

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3.90 km

Schwarzburg Castle offers an exciting blend of history, impressive architecture, and beautiful nature. Don't miss the Imperial Hall with its imperial portraits, the Princely Armory with its unique collection of weapons, and the magnificent view of the Schwarza Valley.

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4.41 km

View of Schwarzburg Castle and the Schwarzatal valley

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Great views of the castle and the Schwarzatal...

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4.53 km

Schwarzburg Armory

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The armory is the only preserved, free-standing armory in Germany. The extensive collection of equipment and weapons can only be admired with a one-hour guided tour that starts every hour on the hour.

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4.83 km

Schwarzburg Castle - Imperial Hall building

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Schwarzburg Castle is located high above the valley, in the midst of wooded mountains. The first mention of Schwarzburg and the Count of Schwarzburg comes from the year 1071. The …

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6.17 km

View of the Schwarza River bend

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A beautiful view of the Schwarza loop.

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11.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.86 km

3.04 km

796 m

207 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.83 km

1.82 km

432 m

364 m

319 m

186 m

Elevation

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

Weather

Monday 18 May

17°C

3°C

45 %

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Schwarza River – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Dittersdorf

Schwarza Bridge

Picnic area at Schweizer Haus on the Schwarza River

Schwarza River

Schwarzburg Castle

View of Schwarzburg Castle and the Schwarzatal valley

Schwarzburg Armory

Schwarzburg Castle - Imperial Hall building

View of the Schwarza River bend

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