Saaldorf Saale Bridge – Trail Below Heinrichstein loop from Saaldorf

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Saaldorf Saale Bridge – Trail Below Heinrichstein loop from Saaldorf

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Saaldorf Saale Bridge – Trail Below Heinrichstein loop from Saaldorf

02:16

7.98km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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510 m

Saaldorf Saale Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

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

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626 m

Parking Area at Saaldorf Bridge

Highlight • Parking

Park the car and just go hiking or cycling. There is always something to experience here on the Saale.

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1.90 km

Trail Junction Above the Saale

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Branch of the beach path above the Saale

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3.47 km

Trail Below Heinrichstein

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Narrow, wild path. Between reservoir and Heinrichstein.

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4.14 km

View of the Saale River Bend from Heinrichstein

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The climb is worth it.
Amazing view 😁👍

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6.37 km

Finn Hut Village Saaldorf

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Beautifully landscaped resort. Restaurant available. Starting point of many hiking trails, for example to Heinrichstein.

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7.71 km

Saaldorf Bridge Trailhead Parking

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From this parking lot you can go on many beautiful tours around the Saale, whether on foot or by bike.

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7.98 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.05 km

2.21 km

948 m

412 m

346 m

Surfaces

1.82 km

1.65 km

1.48 km

1.23 km

1.03 km

740 m

Elevation

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Highest point (530 m)

Lowest point (410 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

8°C

4°C

92 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 32.0 km/h

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Comments

October 31, 2021,🇩🇪 TH/ Wanderung zum Heinrichstein

With the nice weather, I had to do a lap from Saaldorf to Heinrichstein in the afternoon. After the time change, only small tours are possible in the afternoons if you don't want to search for your car with a flashlight

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