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Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains
Thale

Rappbode Dam – Hassel Forebay loop from Bodetal

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Germany
Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains
Thale

Rappbode Dam – Hassel Forebay loop from Bodetal

Hard

6

riders

Rappbode Dam – Hassel Forebay loop from Bodetal

04:06

61.1km

940m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 35.9 km for 8 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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9.57 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

2

12.6 km

Rappbode Dam and Suspension Bridge

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Walking the bridge is really great. Due to the corona, this is currently only possible in one direction, on the dam wall next door you can then go back and see the imposing bridge from the side.

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12.6 km

Rappbode Dam

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The 106 meter high Rappbodetalsperre is located directly at the entrance to the Bodetal and has been protecting the villages in the valley from flooding for over 50 years.
The …

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12.9 km

For the adrenalin junkies among you, I recommend the rapid descent with the double rope slide 120 meters down into the valley just above the water of the dam Wendefurth.

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14.2 km

View of the Rappbode Reservoir

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The view is awesome - it's just a shame that broken branches and trunks are lying around everywhere. Hopefully there will be repairs here soon, then it will be really idyllic.

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32.4 km

The dam was built on the Bode as an 18 m high concrete gravity dam for drinking water supply and flood protection, with a war-related interruption from 1939 to 1943 …

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33.4 km

Königshütte Reservoir

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A beautiful and easy cycle path on both sides of the river bank.

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41.2 km

Rappbode Forebay

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From the Rappbode Dam, you have breathtaking views over dense forests, rolling hills, and the shimmering water. The surrounding nature invites you to linger, hike, and breathe deeply.

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44.3 km

Hassel Forebay

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From the stamping point you have a nice view of the pre-lock.

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61.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

50.5 km

4.20 km

3.14 km

2.06 km

934 m

271 m

Surfaces

35.8 km

13.8 km

8.77 km

1.56 km

934 m

245 m

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Highest point (510 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Monday 12 October

15°C

2°C

20 %

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