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

Last updated: February 4, 2026

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After 43.0 km for 55 m

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Start point

Train Station

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4.35 km

Schwarz-Saale Bridge and Historic Airfield Site

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A beautiful view of the Schwarza estuary from the airfield bridge.
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7.24 km

Saale Cycle Path

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One of the most beautiful sections of the cycle path

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11.8 km

Saale River at Saalfeld

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The Saale is always an eye-catcher. Most of it is simply beautiful in its natural state.

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11.8 km

Carl Zeiss Bridge

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The construction work is ongoing. It's best to take the detour straight away and then back onto the Saale cycle path at the Pioneer Bridge.

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21.8 km

Traditional half-timbered houses in Langenschade

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Once upon a time there was a giant who stole houses from the area and carried them in a huge sack. Suddenly the sack tore and without the giant noticing, …

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31.2 km

View of Rudolstadt and Heidecksburg Palace

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Back on the Saale Cycle Path, this trail takes us out of Rudolstadt with a last very nice view of the Heidecksburg. This way through the Saale valley is in …

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32.3 km

Saale Beach Bleichwiese, Rudolstadt

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Very nice events are always held at this place. Bird shooting is the highlight of the year. You can also use the space for parking. It's even free and the city center is not far away.

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37.4 km

Saale River near Rudolstadt-Schwarza

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Very nice section of the Saale cycle path, the most beautiful when there is not so much sun.

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43.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.7 km

9.82 km

8.35 km

5.78 km

2.37 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.7 km

2.38 km

1.42 km

1.38 km

139 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

Wednesday 18 March

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