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Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Tambach-Dietharz

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Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Tambach-Dietharz

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Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Tambach-Dietharz

04:13

14.7km

360m

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: May 24, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.35 km

Old Tambach Dam

Highlight • Structure

The view of the dam reminds me of Norway 🥰

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1.38 km

Viewpoint dam wall (Touringen stamp point no. 320)

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The dam can be visited by guided tour. May-October Sundays 10am

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1.70 km

View of Kirchberg

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Great view - definitely a hike that's worth it!

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5.61 km

Shelter at Trail Junction Falkenstein–Röthen

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Weather shelter in the middle of the forest, ideal for resting.
Or fantastic to store when it pours out of buckets like we do.😁

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6.66 km

View from Altenfels to the Schmalwasser dam

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Klaus is absolutely right. Small climbing skills are required to get up.

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7.23 km

Falkenstein and the Lake

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful crystal clear water and the Falkenstein is reflected in the water.

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7.48 km

Falkenstein Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

The highest climbing rock in Thuringia.

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7.61 km

Bergwacht Hut at Falkenstein

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The mountain rescue hut is located directly next to Falkenstein.

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14.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

1.91 km

646 m

132 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.62 km

3.73 km

1.20 km

1.15 km

995 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 9 July

27°C

11°C

0 %

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Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Tambach-Dietharz

Old Tambach Dam

Viewpoint dam wall (Touringen stamp point no. 320)

View of Kirchberg

Shelter at Trail Junction Falkenstein–Röthen

View from Altenfels to the Schmalwasser dam

Falkenstein and the Lake

Falkenstein Rock Formation

Bergwacht Hut at Falkenstein

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