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Saale-Orla-Kreis
Ranis

Wisent Bridge – Ranis Castle loop from Ranis

Easy

4.0

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12

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Wisent Bridge – Ranis Castle loop from Ranis

01:20

4.70km

110m

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: August 3, 2026

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1.28 km

Rest area with information board on the Krölpa–Linkenmühle cycle route

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The rest area with information board offers you a great opportunity to rest right next to the bison. The information board describes the cycle path from Krölpa to Linkenmühle.

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1.32 km

Wisent Bridge

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This beautiful bridge is located at the bison enclosure.
There is also a rest area with benches nearby.

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1.45 km

Schrötersbach Ford and Bridge

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This path leads right in the valley of Ranis Castle and the Baroque Brandenstein Castle between the bison enclosures.

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1.70 km

Brandenstein Pond

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There is a free parking lot directly on the pond. In summer, you can find a shady spot here to relax.

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2.42 km

Rest area with a wonderful view 🤩.

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4.25 km

View of Schlösschen Brandenstein

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The striking castle attracts attention and is the splash of color in a dream panorama.Thanks Fabian😎🤗

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4.48 km

Ranis Castle

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There has been a fortification on the castle hill since the 11th century. In 1084, Emperor Henry IV enfeoffed Wiprecht von Groitzsch, the later Margrave of Meissen and Lusatia, with the Castrum Ranis - the first documented mention. (Wikipedia)

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4.61 km

Ilsen Cave

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The Ilsen Cave was inhabited over 40,000 years ago. Archaeological excavations have uncovered some artifacts from the Stone Age.

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4.70 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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1.79 km

1.52 km

901 m

487 m

Surfaces

1.95 km

1.19 km

804 m

474 m

200 m

< 100 m

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Lowest point (310 m)

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