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Saxony
Vogtland
Saale-Orla-Kreis
Ziegenrück

Hemmkoppe Viewpoint – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

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Germany
Saxony
Vogtland
Saale-Orla-Kreis
Ziegenrück

Hemmkoppe Viewpoint – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

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4.4

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Hemmkoppe Viewpoint – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

01:31

5.19km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

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Start point

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59 m

Ziegenrück Railway Viaduct

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The viaduct is very impressive, from here it is easy to set off on a hike from the free car park.

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633 m

Fernmühle Inn

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This quaint hotel is located in restored 19th-century farmhouses on the banks of the Saale River, a 3-minute walk from the Hydropower Museum and 16 km from Burgk Castle and Museum.

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1.10 km

Saale Viaduct, Ziegenrück

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There is something about disused railway lines. Great photo opportunities and railway history up close.

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2.57 km

Hemmkoppe Viewpoint

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With a view of the Saale

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3.89 km

Schneidersblick Viewpoint

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Offers a beautiful view of Ziegenrück.

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4.39 km

Ziegenrück

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The heraldic animal 🐐 of Ziegenrück, in front of it is a beautiful picnic area on the Saale.

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4.71 km

Saale Weir, Ziegenrück

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Many relaxing benches and picnic areas are located here on the edge of the weir.

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4.96 km

I remembered this part of the Saale River from a bus trip. That's why I took this short hike.

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5.19 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.66 km

1.32 km

930 m

634 m

440 m

194 m

Surfaces

2.96 km

974 m

473 m

425 m

352 m

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

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