Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Elgersburg

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Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Elgersburg

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Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Elgersburg

01:42

18.6km

380m

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: September 9, 2026

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After 10.3 km for 464 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.76 km

Waldrandroute Trailhead and Signage

Highlight • Trail

3.64 km

Ascent Near Dörrberg

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This climb is challenging

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6.80 km

Lütschegrund

Highlight • River

beautiful river course in the Thuringian Forest

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8.35 km

Lütschetalsperre Dam

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The Lütsche Dam is located on the northern slope of the Thuringian Forest, near Frankenhain in the Ilm district. It was originally used by the German Reichsbahn to supply stations …

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9.32 km

Lütsche Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Nestled in the beautiful nature of the Thuringian Forest lies the Lütschetalsperre. Around the reservoir, you can cycle and repeatedly enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake and the wooded …

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9.66 km

Lütsche Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful dam located in the forest in which, of course, you can swim even if the weather is right.

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9.92 km

View of the Lütsche Reservoir

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Beautiful view from the dam over the entire Lütsche reservoir.

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10.2 km

Talsperre Lütsche

Lake

11.8 km

Scenic Descent in Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

It can get very fast downhill here, but be careful, the path is also heavily frequented by hikers.

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18.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.42 km

5.44 km

3.16 km

528 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

4.69 km

1.73 km

1.29 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (600 m)

Lowest point (420 m)

Weather

Tuesday 6 October

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7°C

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Lütsche Reservoir – Lütsche Reservoir loop from Elgersburg

Waldrandroute Trailhead and Signage

Ascent Near Dörrberg

Lütschegrund

Lütschetalsperre Dam

Lütsche Reservoir

Lütsche Reservoir

View of the Lütsche Reservoir

Scenic Descent in Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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