View of Volkmannsdorf – Elsterschänke Dam loop from Wittgendorf
View of Volkmannsdorf – Elsterschänke Dam loop from Wittgendorf
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View of Volkmannsdorf – Elsterschänke Dam loop from Wittgendorf
02:43
9.66km
190m
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 18, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
376 m
View of Volkmannsdorf
Highlight • Viewpoint
1.67 km
Station 1 – Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale
Highlight • Natural Monument
2.44 km
Bornwiese Spring and Picnic Area
Highlight • Rest Area
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Tip by
3.02 km
Inn "Red Stag in the Green Forest"
Highlight • Restaurant
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4.58 km
Pond View in Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale
Highlight • Lake
6.54 km
Elsterschänke Dam
Highlight • Lake
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7.51 km
Seifert's Ruh Rest Area by the Pond
Highlight • Rest Area
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9.66 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.71 km
2.18 km
1.50 km
220 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
5.84 km
3.19 km
279 m
273 m
< 100 m
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