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Germany
Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains
Mansfeld-Südharz
Kelbra (Kyffhäuser)

View of Kelbra Reservoir – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Stausee Kelbra

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
Germany
Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains
Mansfeld-Südharz
Kelbra (Kyffhäuser)

View of Kelbra Reservoir – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Stausee Kelbra

Moderate

4.3

(12)

32

riders

View of Kelbra Reservoir – Kyffhausen Lower Castle loop from Stausee Kelbra

02:13

26.8km

420m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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1.66 km

View of Kelbra Reservoir

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A nice descent towards the lake - camping and recreation area reservoir Kelbra.

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2

6.26 km

View of the Brocken

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Is very well signposted. From here you have a view of the Brocken, the Thyratalbrücke, the Josephskreuz, the Rothenburg and the Goldene Aue.

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11.0 km

Kyffhausen Lower Castle

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My absolute highlight. The Kyffhäuser Monument is impressive, but the Lower Castle is charming and not overcrowded, at least outside of the holidays. Very romantic.

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14.3 km

Viewpoint

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5

15.6 km

Orchard Meadow Path

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These natural orchards are simply beautiful, especially now when the fruit trees are in bloom. The grass paths through the plantations are easy to navigate by bike.

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6

16.6 km

Tilleda Royal Palace Open-Air Museum

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We were surprised how big the terrain is. Beautifully done, exhibits show everyday life in the Middle Ages

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7

17.6 km

View of Kyffhäuser Monument from the cycle path

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It is always a pleasure to drive such bike paths in beautiful nature

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8

18.4 km

View of the Kyffhäuser Monument

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a gigantic view of the beautiful Kyffhäuser Mountains with its imposing monument

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9

18.9 km

Kyffhäuser Monument

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the landmark of the golden floodplain, you can see the monument from all directions

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26.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

7.93 km

3.34 km

2.01 km

1.84 km

554 m

463 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

10.6 km

2.00 km

1.41 km

388 m

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Highest point (450 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

19°C

11°C

57 %

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