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Burgk Castle – Saale Tower loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

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Burgk Castle – Saale Tower loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

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Burgk Castle – Saale Tower loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

04:46

65.7km

1,080m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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21.9 km

Saaler Cycle Path

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Beautiful, easy to drive bike path with very good surface.

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31.4 km

Burgk Observation Tower Parking Lot

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For hikes that start in Burgk, there is a public car park at the entrance to the town. The community doesn't want visitors' cars in town, so everyone should park …

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32.0 km

Burgk Castle

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The fairy tale “The Golden Goose” was filmed at Burgk Castle.

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32.7 km

Saale Tower

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The 43-meter-high tower is made of a steel and wood construction. The curved wood construction makes it architecturally interesting. You have to pay an entrance fee and climb 192 steps …

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42.1 km

View of Bleiloch Reservoir Near Saalburg

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From up here you have the perfect view over the Bleiloch dam in the direction of Saalburg Beach to the opposite bank and the barrier wall 👌🏻

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43.4 km

Peace Bridge

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Is the starting point for many hikes and bike tours.

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47.7 km

Bleiloch Reservoir

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Nestled in picturesque mixed forest, which extends on beautiful hills, lies the lead-hole reservoir. A dream for every cyclist, because around the lake there are many beautiful bike paths that …

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56.2 km

Saaldorf Saale Bridge

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From the bridge you have a beautiful view of the Saale and the reservoir.

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65.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.7 km

16.7 km

14.9 km

7.75 km

2.65 km

Surfaces

53.1 km

9.08 km

2.10 km

676 m

673 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (530 m)

Lowest point (390 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

18°C

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Burgk Castle – Saale Tower loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

Saaler Cycle Path

Burgk Observation Tower Parking Lot

Burgk Castle

Saale Tower

View of Bleiloch Reservoir Near Saalburg

Peace Bridge

Bleiloch Reservoir

Saaldorf Saale Bridge

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