Nature Reserve Guide
Hermannsdorfer Wiesen is a protected nature reserve located in the Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge) near Elterlein, Germany. This area is characterized by a diverse landscape, including wetlands, marshes, damp meadows, mountain meadows, spruce forests, and moors, all situated at an elevation of approximately 650 meters above sea level. The unique small-scale water management system fosters a rich biodiversity, making it a significant ecological site. The varied terrain and natural features provide opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling,…
137
Routes
4.5
(483)
Average rating
1983
People visited

4.4
(11)
34
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(21)
52
hikers
16.2km
04:23
210m
210m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(20)
52
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(18)
50
hikers
7.07km
01:51
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.4
(8)
31
riders
19.5km
01:42
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(11)
33
riders
11.1km
00:46
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
25
riders
16.2km
01:26
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(10)
28
riders
25.1km
02:08
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
32
riders
49.2km
02:37
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(1)
31
riders
43.3km
01:59
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
25
riders
64.0km
03:10
1,000m
1,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

38
riders
44.3km
02:06
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(3)
32
runners
6.04km
00:38
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
(3)
23
runners
9.67km
01:01
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
(3)
23
runners
9.71km
01:02
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
18
runners
9.20km
00:59
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(23)
31
riders
45.7km
03:07
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(4)
23
riders
19.5km
01:20
330m
330m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(16)
33
riders
24.0km
01:53
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
15
riders
37.2km
02:51
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.4
(5)
18
riders
68.4km
04:16
950m
950m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.5
(2)
6
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
45.6km
02:46
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Hermannsdorfer Wiesen offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features 99 routes across these sports. Visitors have rated these routes with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking routes include the 6.2-mile (9.9 km) "Schwarzer Teich – View of Fichtelberg loop from Elterlein" and the 6.0-mile (9.6 km) "Shelter at the Gravel Track – Schwarzer Teich loop from Hermannsdorfer Wiesen." These routes offer diverse landscapes and views. More hiking options are available in the Hiking in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide.
Yes, Hermannsdorfer Wiesen offers easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. An example is the 3.0-mile (4.8 km) "Schatzsteig Trail Signpost – Source of the Zwönitz River loop from Elterlein, Ausspanne." This route has an easy difficulty grade. Find more options in the Easy hikes in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide.
Road cycling routes in the vicinity include the 26.7-mile (42.9 km) "Between Dörfel and Schlettau – Zschopautal Cycle Path loop from Geyer," which is rated moderate. For a more challenging ride, consider the 71.5-mile (115.1 km) "Fichtelberghaus – Fichtelberg Ascent loop from Scheibenberg." Explore more options in the Road Cycling Routes in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide.
Yes, touring cycling routes are available, such as the 7.1-mile (11.4 km) "St. John's Church, Scheibenberg – View of Scheibenberg loop from Elterlein." This route is rated moderate. Another option is the 9.9-mile (15.9 km) "Schlettau Castle – Schwammebank Shelter loop from Lohenbachtal." More routes can be found in the Cycling in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide.
Hermannsdorfer Wiesen is characterized by wetlands, damp meadows, spruce forests, and small water bodies. Notable features include the Schwarzer Teich (Black Pond), an artificial pond created in the 16th century. The reserve is also known for its diverse flora and fauna. Explore more points of interest in the Attractions in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide.
Hermannsdorfer Wiesen is situated at an elevation of approximately 2,130 feet (650 meters) above sea level. It lies in a broad hollow on the southern edge of the Geyerscher Wald (Geyer Forest).
Mountain biking trails include the 28.4-mile (45.6 km) "Zwönitz Market Square – Honey Bear wooden sculpture loop from Elterlein," rated moderate. Another option is the 14.9-mile (24.0 km) "Wooden Forest Sculptures – Erik Frenzel Jumps loop from Geyer." Consult the MTB Trails in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide for more routes.
Yes, gravel biking routes are available, often featuring difficult terrain. An example is the 42.3-mile (68.0 km) "Schmalzgrube station – Wooden Forest Sculptures loop from Ehrenfriedersdorf." Another option is the 14.1-mile (22.7 km) "Röhrgraben Divider – Greifensteine Rock Formations loop from Ehrenfriedersdorf." More routes can be found in the Gravel biking in Hermannsdorfer Wiesen guide.
Hermannsdorfer Wiesen is a popular destination, with more than 1,200 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 99 routes have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 280 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Hermannsdorfer Wiesen, covering various activities. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Easy Hikes, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and Attractions.

