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Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt
Schwarzburg

Schwarzburg Armory – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Schwarzburg

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Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt
Schwarzburg

Schwarzburg Armory – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Schwarzburg

Easy

4.9

(19)

58

hikers

Schwarzburg Armory – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Schwarzburg

01:57

6.43km

210m

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: May 15, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

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456 m

View of Schwarzburg Castle and the Schwarzatal Valley

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Here you can find out about the signing of the constitution by Friedrich Ebert.

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466 m

Great views of the castle and the Schwarzatal...

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883 m

Schwarzburg Castle is located high above the valley, in the midst of wooded mountains. The first mention of Schwarzburg and the Count of Schwarzburg comes from the year 1071. The …

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1.18 km

Schwarzburg Armory

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The armory is the only preserved, free-standing armory in Germany. The extensive collection of equipment and weapons can only be admired with a one-hour guided tour that starts every hour on the hour.

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3.88 km

Bark Hut at Trippstein

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The bark house, from which you have a very nice view of the Schwarzatal, was built by Macheleit, a co-inventor of Thuringian porcelain.

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3.88 km

Also a nice vantage point, high above the Schwarzatal. Should not be missed when hiking in this area.

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6.26 km

Schwarzburg Castle

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Schwarzburg Castle offers an exciting blend of history, impressive architecture, and beautiful nature. Don't miss the Imperial Hall with its imperial portraits, the Princely Armory with its unique collection of weapons, and the magnificent view of the Schwarza Valley.

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6.37 km

Lower Schwarzburg Village

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In addition to its numerous historical sights, Schwarzburg is the ideal starting point for long hikes in the romantic Schwarzatal. The abundance of forests and the purity of the air …

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6.43 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.34 km

1.89 km

1.49 km

666 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.40 km

1.50 km

929 m

795 m

575 m

220 m

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Highest point (470 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Tuesday 26 May

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