Zschopau Valley – Großer Steinbruch Lake loop from Gablenz

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Zschopau Valley – Großer Steinbruch Lake loop from Gablenz

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Zschopau Valley – Großer Steinbruch Lake loop from Gablenz

07:31

27.8km

380m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 8.52 km for 54 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.7 km

Confluence of the Zschopau and Flöha Rivers

Highlight • River

A nice place for a rest or picnic.

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14.7 km

Mühlenbrücke (wooden bridge) over the Zschopau

Highlight • Bridge

Have a photo ready, beautiful landscape motif.

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14.8 km

Zschopau Valley

Highlight • River

The Zschopau drains a catchment area of 1847 km². Along the river bank are beautiful hiking trails.

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15.4 km

Nature and Folk Song Trail

Highlight • Trail

It's a welcome change singing the songs.

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16.5 km

Natural Beech Branch Tunnel

Highlight • Forest

There is an information board at the beginning.

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16.6 km

Devil's Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

A detour to the Teufelsschlucht is always worthwhile. Hidden hiking trails, wonderful nature and tranquility. Sturdy shoes are required.

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21.4 km

Niederwiesa Natural Swimming Pool

Highlight • Lake

opening hours

Monday - Friday 09:30 - 19:00
Saturday 09:30 - 20:00
Sunday 09:30 - 19:00
Hours can vary in bad weather.

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24.8 km

Großer Steinbruch Lake

Highlight • Lake

A beautiful spot in nature for hiking, walking, and relaxing. 👍

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26.0 km

Zeisigwald

Forest

27.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.5 km

7.60 km

1.26 km

544 m

425 m

309 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.49 km

8.21 km

6.03 km

4.02 km

417 m

378 m

158 m

Elevation

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Highest point (460 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 October

19°C

7°C

95 %

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Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Zschopau Valley – Großer Steinbruch Lake loop from Gablenz

Confluence of the Zschopau and Flöha Rivers

Mühlenbrücke (wooden bridge) over the Zschopau

Zschopau Valley

Nature and Folk Song Trail

Natural Beech Branch Tunnel

Devil's Gorge

Niederwiesa Natural Swimming Pool

Großer Steinbruch Lake

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