Goldbergsee (Coburg Sea) – Callenberg Castle loop from Schloss Callenberg

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Goldbergsee (Coburg Sea) – Callenberg Castle loop from Schloss Callenberg

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Goldbergsee (Coburg Sea) – Callenberg Castle loop from Schloss Callenberg

01:54

6.86km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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Callenberger Forst

Vogelfreistätte Glender Wiesen mit Goldbergsee bei Coburg

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220 m

Goldbergsee (Coburg Sea)

Highlight • Lake

Goldbergsee, a 145-hectare reservoir, was originally created as a flood control basin. Today, it is one of the most popular recreational areas in Coburg.

The lake was created at the end of 2010. Since then, it has become a popular destination for day trips. The idyllic surroundings offer beautiful views of the majestic Callenberg Castle, which overlooks the lake, and the Glender Wiesen bird sanctuary.

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471 m

Bench with a view of Goldbergsee

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A calming sight

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781 m

Goldbergsee

Lake

1.18 km

Observation platform at the Glender Wiesen bird sanctuary by Goldbergsee

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the bird observation tower there are two informative boards about the bird species found here and the Glender meadows. The latter is a protected area of national importance. Informative and definitely worth reading.

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1.66 km

Friedrich Rückert's Summer House (Goldberghaus)

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The poet had the Friedrich Rückert summer house built on the Goldberg near Coburg in 1846. Friedrich Rückert spent much time in this idyllic refuge, writing political poems and working on translations of Arabic poetry.

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3.35 km

Falkenegg Castle

Highlight • Castle

Here you can admire what is probably the most beautiful kindergarten in Germany: Since 1949, a kindergarten has been located in the castle, which is surrounded by a beautiful mountain park. The building itself is not as old as it looks. It was built during the Historicist period in the 19th century in the Neo-Gothic style.

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4.74 km

Hidden Lake in Callenberger Forst

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Five lakes beautifully located in the middle of the forest, which are fed by a stream that ultimately flows into the Goldbergsee.

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5.72 km

Callenberg Castle

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A beautiful castle and stunning surroundings, perfect for hiking – a place well worth visiting. For centuries, the castle has been owned and used by the ducal family of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Over time, the castle has changed according to the stylistic and architectural preferences of the dukes and princes. Opening hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

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