Wessenbach sluice – Moldaublick Observation Tower loop from Hochficht / Smrčina

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Wessenbach sluice – Moldaublick Observation Tower loop from Hochficht / Smrčina

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Wessenbach sluice – Moldaublick Observation Tower loop from Hochficht / Smrčina

03:13

38.2km

450m

Cycling

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

Last updated: November 5, 2026

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Wessenbach sluice

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Schwarzenberg Canal Cycle Route

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Moldaublick Observation Tower

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Observation tower with a small beer garden at the bottom. Open until 6 pm in summer. Light meals are available and the prices are reasonable. Entry to the observation tower costs two euros per person.

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