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Chrysoprase Weir – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Rudolstadt-Schwarza

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Germany

Thuringia

Landkreis Saalfeld-Rudolstadt

Rudolstadt

Chrysoprase Weir – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Rudolstadt-Schwarza

Hard

4.7

(140)

488

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Chrysoprase Weir – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Rudolstadt-Schwarza

02:57

43.4km

440m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 5.10 km for 135 m

After 20.7 km for 213 m

After 36.9 km for 53 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.96 km

Schwarzatal Bike Path

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On very hot days, wonderful cycling along the Schwarza.

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6.14 km

Chrysoprase Weir

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The Chrysoprase Weir is more than just a water control device; it's a place where the power of water and the beauty of nature harmoniously converge. It invites you to …

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6.49 km

Schwarza Waterfall (Schwarza Valley)

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This cycle path is one of the most beautiful in all of Thuringia and I'm not just saying that because it's my home. The path is only hard-packed gravel and …

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15.8 km

Schwarzburg Castle offers an exciting blend of history, impressive architecture, and beautiful nature. Don't miss the Imperial Hall with its imperial portraits, the Princely Armory with its unique collection of weapons, and the magnificent view of the Schwarza Valley.

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15.8 km

View of the Schwarza River

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17.0 km

Schwarza River Near Schwarzburg

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In the early morning hours there are no people, just wonderful peace and quiet.

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17.6 km

View of Schlossberg Castle

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Here is a beautifully designed small swimming pool with a snack bar, which is also open to hikers and cyclists.

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32.0 km

Rest area at the Schweizerhaus on the Schwarza River

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Very nice place to relax and linger. Opposite is the Swiss house. Unfortunately it is closed at the moment. Otherwise this house is a restaurant. The square also invites you to cool off in the Schwarza in summer.

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43.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

12.2 km

8.52 km

5.85 km

2.76 km

100 m

Surfaces

19.8 km

17.8 km

3.25 km

2.00 km

333 m

194 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 26 May

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Chrysoprase Weir – Schwarzburg Castle loop from Rudolstadt-Schwarza

Schwarzatal Bike Path

Chrysoprase Weir

Schwarza Waterfall (Schwarza Valley)

Schwarzburg Castle

View of the Schwarza River

Schwarza River Near Schwarzburg

View of Schlossberg Castle

Rest area at the Schweizerhaus on the Schwarza River

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