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Saaleck Castle – Zahn Winery on the Saale loop from Großheringen

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Saaleck Castle – Zahn Winery on the Saale loop from Großheringen

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Saaleck Castle – Zahn Winery on the Saale loop from Großheringen

03:14

11.6km

220m

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: March 27, 2026

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Saale-Ilm-Platten bei Bad Kösen

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Start point

Train Station

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1.86 km

Viewpoint

4.07 km

Saaleck Castle

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Saaleck Castle is the older of the two castles. It was built around 1050 as a border castle to protect a trade route. It has been uninhabited and derelict since 1585.

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4.48 km

Boat dock and Anita's log cabin below the Rudelsburg

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Below the Rudelsburg is the jetty for passenger shipping to and from Bad Kösen. Right next to it, Anita's Blockhütte offers a wide range of kiosks. The numerous outdoor areas …

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5.16 km

possibly Church of St. Laurentius Saaleck

construction time
12th century or 13th century, 17th century,
18th century, 19th century,
1656 (tower), 1710 (extension, renovation),
1791 (renovation), 1894 (repair)
architectural style …

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6.51 km

Sunken lane green tunnel

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A cool hiking dream in summer

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8.29 km

Hiking Trail to Tultewitz

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8.58 km

View of Weinrosenweg (Staircase)

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at the Saalebrücke you will find a rest area and signpost

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8.63 km

Bridge Over the Saale

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This bridge leads to Kaatschen. Directly after crossing the Ssale, a converted garage serves delicious wine, craft beer, and sandwiches. An ideal stop for cyclists, hikers, and Saale paddlers.

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8.65 km

Zahn Winery on the Saale

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Here you will find a rest area and signpost next to the Saale bridge

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11.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.57 km

3.06 km

2.51 km

1.47 km

Surfaces

4.04 km

2.68 km

2.31 km

1.73 km

526 m

322 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Thursday 28 May

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Saaleck Castle – Zahn Winery on the Saale loop from Großheringen

Saaleck Castle

Boat dock and Anita's log cabin below the Rudelsburg

St. Laurentius Church Saaleck

Sunken lane green tunnel

Hiking Trail to Tultewitz

View of Weinrosenweg (Staircase)

Bridge Over the Saale

Zahn Winery on the Saale

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