Riss Falls – Falkenstein Dam loop from Falkenstein/Vogtland

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Vogtland

Riss Falls – Falkenstein Dam loop from Falkenstein/Vogtland

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Riss Falls – Falkenstein Dam loop from Falkenstein/Vogtland

01:18

11.8km

220m

Running

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

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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110 m

Falkenstein Town Hall

Highlight • Monument

A relaxing way to the dam Falkenstein.

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1.13 km

Falkenstein Dam

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This is the first time you see the dam. You should still take the little detour to the dam. It's a beautiful view from up there.

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1.13 km

Dam wall of the Falkenstein Reservoir

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6.06 km

Riss Falls

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The small crack falls are the only waterfalls in the Vogtland. The ditch for the creek was once dug into the rock by hand, as wood was once floated here. …

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8.27 km

Rest Area at the Weiße Göltzsch

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Shady resting spot with a pointed roof, next to it stands a single bench. Last chance for a rest before crossing a wooden bridge and then going steeply upwards.

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10.5 km

View of Falkenstein Reservoir

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Very light but also beautiful path that leads around the Falkenstein reservoir. The path is asphalted and therefore very suitable for pedestrians, inline skaters, and cyclists. Along the way, you …

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10.5 km

View of Falkenstein with Church of the Holy Cross and Town Hall

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The beautiful little town of Falkenstein is very pretty and has a lot to offer. An old weavers and curtain makers' town.

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10.6 km

Falkenstein Dam

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Beautiful little dam. The loop around it is about 2.6 kilometers long. In summer you are allowed to swim at your own risk. A small, inexpensive (1h = € 0.50) …

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11.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.23 km

2.52 km

1.09 km

574 m

447 m

Surfaces

4.32 km

3.61 km

2.74 km

1.19 km

Elevation

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Highest point (720 m)

Lowest point (560 m)

Weather

Wednesday 14 October

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Comments

May 29, 2023,,,Jammern hilft nicht " Laufrunde

After the run from Störmthaler See yesterday, I actually wanted to take it easy today, but since I had decided to test the new running shoes and break in the old ones (I ran with them again yesterday) I retired. So I just ran the round against all reason. 🙈😎

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August 11, 2024,Trainingsrunde für den Dresdener Nachtlauf

Today I went for a run without my two running companions; one is on holiday and the other is out on his bike.

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