Saalfelder Höhe is a region in Thuringia, Germany, characterized by its gentle hills, expansive meadows, and tranquil forests. This authentic Thuringian landscape provides a varied and picturesque backdrop for outdoor pursuits. The area features rolling hills, river valleys, and quiet forests, offering wide views over the Saaletal and extending towards the Thuringian and Franconian Forests. It is an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Saalfelder Höhe…
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4.7
(135)
425
hikers
13.8km
04:00
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(39)
94
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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59
hikers
4.08km
01:10
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(25)
76
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(28)
66
riders
25.3km
02:12
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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124
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27.3km
01:45
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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36
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27.3km
02:14
490m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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37
riders
15.1km
00:53
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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69
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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79
runners
22.1km
02:56
680m
680m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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25
runners
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
runners
13.1km
01:23
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
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53
riders
22.0km
01:00
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26
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30.0km
01:21
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.3
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23
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
riders
49.9km
02:36
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
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20
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
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19
riders
44.4km
02:53
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
12
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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17
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24.1km
01:47
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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7
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26.6km
01:58
540m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
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19.2km
01:51
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
5
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Saalfelder Höhe offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features a network of 239 routes across these sports. These activities take place amidst gentle hills, meadows, and tranquil forests.
Routes in Saalfelder Höhe have been explored by more than 136,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars from over 36,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Saalfelder Höhe provides family-friendly hiking options suitable for various ages. Information and routes can be found in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Saalfeld. These trails often lead through gentle terrain and scenic areas.
Easy hiking trails are available throughout Saalfelder Höhe, suitable for various fitness levels. The guide Easy hikes around Saalfeld provides specific routes. These paths often traverse gentle hills and quiet forests.
Saalfelder Höhe features a well-developed network of 168 hiking routes. For a general overview, refer to the guide Hiking around Saalfeld. Trails lead through forests and to viewpoints, offering diverse experiences.
Saalfelder Höhe offers 42 touring cycling routes and 7 road cycling routes. Cyclists can explore well-developed paths along the Saale River or through rolling hills. The guide Cycling around Saalfeld provides detailed information.
Saalfelder Höhe includes 14 mountain biking routes and 1 easy mountain biking route. These trails traverse diverse terrain, including forests and hills. The guide MTB Trails around Saalfeld offers specific routes for mountain bikers.
The region features diverse terrain including rolling hills, river valleys, and quiet forests. Notable viewpoints offer wide views over the Saaletal. The Leipziger Turm, located on the Rauhhügel, provides panoramic views extending up to 80 miles (130 kilometers).
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Saalfelder Höhe, covering various activities. Examples include Family-friendly hikes around Saalfeld, Hiking around Saalfeld, and Cycling around Saalfeld. These guides provide curated routes and information.
For cyclists seeking routes without vehicle traffic, Saalfelder Höhe offers specific options. The guide Traffic-free bike rides around Saalfeld provides suitable routes. These paths often follow river valleys or quiet forest roads.
The official website for the former municipality of Saalfelder Höhe is www.saalfelder-hoehe.de. For current tourist information, it is advisable to consult the Saalfeld town administration or Saalfeld Tourist Information, as Saalfelder Höhe is now part of Saalfeld.
For tourist inquiries related to Saalfelder Höhe, contact the Tourist-Information Saalfeld. The phone number for general inquiries is +493674142248. Additional contact details may be available through the Saalfeld Tourismus website.

