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Thuringia

Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt

Döschnitz

Schwarzburg Castle – View of Schwarzburg loop from Döschnitz

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Bike touring routes & trails

Germany

Thuringia

Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt

Döschnitz

Schwarzburg Castle – View of Schwarzburg loop from Döschnitz

Hard

4.8

(4)

riders

Schwarzburg Castle – View of Schwarzburg loop from Döschnitz

02:49

40.4km

720m

Cycling

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

Last updated: June 29, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.18 km

Sorbitzteich

Lake

6.18 km

Schwarzburg Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

It's really fun to cycle here and thanks to the many trees even when it's a little warmer. Great landscape, always varied along the river with many beautiful rest areas.

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7.50 km

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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8.11 km

View of Schwarzburg

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Nice view of the castle and castle Schwarzburg

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12.1 km

Rest area at the Schweizerhaus on the Schwarza River

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Very nice place to relax and linger. Opposite is the Swiss house. Unfortunately it is closed at the moment. Otherwise this house is a restaurant. The square also invites you to cool off in the Schwarza in summer.

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17.9 km

Chrysoprase Weir

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The Chrysoprase Weir is more than just a water control device; it's a place where the power of water and the beauty of nature harmoniously converge. It invites you to …

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18.1 km

Schwarzatal Bike Path

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On very hot days, wonderful cycling along the Schwarza.

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40.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.6 km

2.00 km

1.15 km

657 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.5 km

1.38 km

727 m

570 m

165 m

112 m

Elevation

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Highest point (650 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Wednesday 8 July

22°C

12°C

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Schwarzburg Castle – View of Schwarzburg loop from Döschnitz

Schwarzburg Cycle Path