Mahlgera Bridge in Elxleben – Gera River loop from Elxleben

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Thuringia

Mahlgera Bridge in Elxleben – Gera River loop from Elxleben

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Mahlgera Bridge in Elxleben – Gera River loop from Elxleben

01:48

7.11km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 22, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.37 km for 880 m

Permit required

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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893 m

Mahlgera Bridge in Elxleben

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The Mahlgera, which takes its name from the numerous mills that once existed there, is diverted from the Gera at the Kühnhausen weir north of Erfurt and flows back into the Gera at Gebesee.

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1.35 km

Gera River

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It flows peacefully and it's fun to just look at the water.

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2.47 km

Gravel Path Along the Gera Dike

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This gravel path is a nice alternative to the original Gera cycle path between Elxleben and Walschleben (which has many bumps). You drive nicely alongside the Gera dike, and at the end of the path there is a romantic pond.

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3.28 km

Pond With Wooden Dock and Bench

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Small bench at the lake to rest, be careful the jetty is rotten!

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3.65 km

Gera River Floodplain

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Here, the Free State of Thuringia was able to create more space for the river and buy land. An island was created and two rivers. Now the river can create …

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