Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 30, 2025

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.05 km

Kamsdorf Teaching and Visitor Mine

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Here you can learn a lot about the mining area; a visit underground ⚒ on foot or by train is worthwhile.

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8.97 km

Hohenwarte Dam

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The 412 meter long and 75 meter high dam wall of the Hohenwarthe dam is simply impressive. It was built between 1936 and 1942. At that time, the 250 residents …

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9.13 km

Passenger shipping Hohenwarte

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An inviting rest stop not only before and after the boat trip but also for cyclists. 😄

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11.1 km

View of the Lake in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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12.2 km

View of the Saaleschleife

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12.2 km

View of the Presswitzer Spitze from Hohenwarte Reservoir

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From here you have a great view of the Preßwitzer Spitze vantage point opposite. A great sight dominated by the colors green and blue.

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20.9 km

View of the Saale Valley

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Nice rest area. View in Saaletal. Right on the bike path.

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42.5 km

Kaulsdorf Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge

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A very beautiful new section of the Saale Cycle Path and a fantastic bridge over the Saale in Kaulsdorf. 😄 👍

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49.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.3 km

6.91 km

4.07 km

3.34 km

721 m

122 m

Surfaces

47.1 km

1.12 km

502 m

458 m

249 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Monday 22 December

4°C

-2°C

15 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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