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Hemmkoppe Viewpoint – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

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Hemmkoppe Viewpoint – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

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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: June 23, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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59 m

Ziegenrück Railway Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

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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662 m

Hydropower Museum Ziegenrück

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The hydropower museum is very informative and worth seeing.

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1.10 km

Saale Viaduct, Ziegenrück

Highlight • Bridge

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

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2.57 km

Hemmkoppe Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

With a view of the Saale

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3.89 km

Schneidersblick Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Offers a beautiful view of Ziegenrück.

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4.71 km

Saale Weir, Ziegenrück

Highlight • Structure

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

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4.96 km

Saale River bend at Ziegenrück

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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

Parking

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

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Wednesday 15 July

27°C

12°C

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Comments

February 11, 2022,durch Ziegenrück

Short final loop through Ziegenrück, which had to deal with steep, slippery sections, Ziegenrück is surrounded by mountains.
We spent a lovely few days here, but would recommend it at a different time of the year.

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September 8, 2024,Ziegenrück - Saaleblick

A very nice hike around Ziegenrück.
However, the climb to the Hemmkoppe was a bit of a challenge for us. (Air temperature 30C) But we were quickly rewarded after this exertion, because the view was a feast for the eyes. The hiking trail along the mountain ridge is also something special. Along the way, you could enjoy the peace and …

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Hemmkoppe Viewpoint – Saale Weir, Ziegenrück loop from Ziegenrück

Ziegenrück Railway Viaduct

Fernmühle Inn

Hydropower Museum Ziegenrück

Saale Viaduct, Ziegenrück

Hemmkoppe Viewpoint

Schneidersblick Viewpoint

Saale Weir, Ziegenrück

Saale River bend at Ziegenrück

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