Rotes Wasser Stream Trail – Greifenbachstauweiher loop from Hormersdorfer Hochmoor

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Rotes Wasser Stream Trail – Greifenbachstauweiher loop from Hormersdorfer Hochmoor

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Rotes Wasser Stream Trail – Greifenbachstauweiher loop from Hormersdorfer Hochmoor

01:06

4.15km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Hostel

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533 m

Wooden Bridge in the Forest

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Here you have a choice: either over the wooden bridge or through the Red Water.

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591 m

Rotes Wasser Stream Trail

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This path littered with roots leads along a beautiful stream. There are plenty of blueberries here in late summer.

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1.94 km

Greifenbachstauweiher

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Busy starting point in every season

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1.96 km

South Beach at Greifenbach Reservoir

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Here you can go pedal boating, visit Toni's house of stones and dig for precious metals, eat delicious Lagos or just admire the pond.

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2.22 km

The dam of the reservoir was built in connection with the construction of the Röhrgraben (Röhr ditch) from 1396 to 1404.

It served as a reservoir for the Röhrgraben and the stamp mills located there.

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2.48 km

Beach at Greifenbach Reservoir

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A really nice spot for relaxing walks, cycling, walking or circling the reservoir with a stroller. Even at the end of October you can still find bathers ;) and places to stop for refreshments.

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2.78 km

Greifenbach pond - Ehrenfriedersdorf side

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In summer there is a beach and snack bar, and pedal boats can also be rented here. Also a beautiful hiking area in winter.

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3.73 km

Hormersdorf Youth Hostel

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Very idyllic, located in the middle of the forest and thus the starting point for beautiful hikes and bike tours. In the youth hostel you can rent a room for …

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4.15 km

End point

Hostel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.71 km

1.28 km

731 m

411 m

Surfaces

2.08 km

1.41 km

409 m

114 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 9 October

11°C

6°C

31 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

January 28, 2024,Teichumrundung 🥾🥾🌞🌞

I think with the sunshine today everyone was up and soaking up the rays. It was just great. The idea of a longer walk was discarded and the rest of the afternoon was spent sunbathing in the garden.

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December 24, 2024,Greifenbachstauweiher

Dear Komootlers, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

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July 31, 2025,Greifenbachstauweiher 🏞 Geyerischer Teich

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July 5, 2025,Um den Geyrischen Teich

There is a paid parking lot at the starting point.

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April 30, 2023,Um den Teich 🚶🏼‍♀️

.....after the hike on the Fichtelberg, ending around the Geyrian pond 🙃

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June 23, 2024,Wanderung ⏺️ Tourentest "Bächlein, Sand und Schätze" Greifenbachstauweiher für den Tourismusverband Erzgebirge e.V. ℹ️ 23.06.2024

This time I ran a familiar route with watchful eyes to provide an objective tour test. And one thing is clear - water is always a good idea.

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December 6, 2025,Um den Geyerschen Teich (Greifenbachstauweiher)

Saturday hike in the Ore Mountains.

The Greifenbach Reservoir is one of the oldest reservoirs in Germany. de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greifenbachstauweiher
Today it's a recreational area with many bungalow complexes and campsites.

There are two sections of the circular trail where dogs are prohibited – which didn't bother us or some other furry friends today – outside of swimming season 😉

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February 25, 2024,25.02.24 Rund um den Greifenbachstauweiher

After a lap around the crocus meadows, we took a detour to the Greifenbachstauweiher. It was the weekend and the weather was nice, so this circular route around the pond was very well attended. ;-)

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