Saale-Unstrut vineyards – View of Saaleck and Rudelsburg loop from Großheringen

Saale-Unstrut vineyards – View of Saaleck and Rudelsburg loop from Großheringen

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Saale-Unstrut vineyards – View of Saaleck and Rudelsburg loop from Großheringen

02:20

41.3km

340m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 119 m for 8 m

After 41.2 km for 8 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

5.09 km

View of the Saale Valley from the Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal)

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Before the bridge to the entrance of the Rudelsburg, turn right down and enjoy the view.

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11.5 km

Saale-Unstrut vineyards

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Is that a good combination, a fast run followed by a wine tasting 🥴🤣? No, the vineyards nestle picturesquely along the limestone cliffs. The wine taverns are a welcome rest stop for refreshments. 👌🥂🤗

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11.7 km

Vines on the Saalberge

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From here, a small wine route begins in the direction of Naumburg. You can stop almost everywhere to enjoy delicious Saale-Unstrut wine.

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19.2 km

Steinernes Bilderbuch Rock Relief

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The 12 stone reliefs that can be seen here represent the largest picture reliefs in the European cultural area that were worked into rock. They were created at the beginning …

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21.3 km

Blütengrund Cycle Path

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Beautifully landscaped between the Saale and the vineyards, asphalted

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23.8 km

Confluence of the Saale and Unstrut Rivers

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A very beautiful piece of earth on the flower ground, where the Saale and the Unstrut flow together. The natural pool was still in use until the early 1990s, with …

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30.5 km

View of the Saale‑Unstrut wine sign

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Good photo spot and view of the region's most distinctive lettering

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37.9 km

View of Saaleck and Rudelsburg

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Beautiful view of the two castles Rudelsburg and Burg Saaleck.

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39.6 km

Viewpoint

41.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

12.2 km

9.24 km

4.76 km

350 m

327 m

238 m

Surfaces

21.4 km

10.6 km

5.39 km

2.67 km

1.18 km

173 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Wednesday 11 November

6°C

1°C

65 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

November 1, 2025,🚴‍♂️ Genuss- und Kulturrunde rund um Naumburg

A varied route that perfectly combines nature, history, regional specialties and sporting experiences – equally suitable for gravel bikes, racing bikes or leisurely family tours.

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