View of the Cloef – Saar Loop loop from Saarhölzbach

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Germany

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Landkreis Merzig-Wadern

Mettlach

View of the Cloef – Saar Loop loop from Saarhölzbach

Hard

4.0

(2)

runners

View of the Cloef – Saar Loop loop from Saarhölzbach

01:58

18.8km

180m

Running

Hard run. 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: October 1, 2026

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Saarschleife und Leukbachtal

Saar-Hunsrück

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

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View of the Cloef Observation Tower from the Saar River

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