Best historic site trails in Weißendorf

This scenic loop through the Thuringian Slate Mountains in the district of Greiz leads through a journey close to nature. The trail encircles the Weida Dam, one of the oldest dams in the region, and runs along a varied mix of gravel paths, narrow forest trails and quiet forest roads. A central highlight is the mighty 75-metre-high dam wall and the view of the fjord-like bays that cut deep into the wooded slopes. The route has a few moderate inclines, which repeatedly lead to magnificent...

Idyllic, varied circular hike at the Weidatalsperre, Thuringia. The hike on the dam path around the idyllic Weidatalsperre can be highly recommended. The route begins in Weißendorf and initially leads down to the Weida. Via Teufelsberg, Weißen Stein and Grobisch it goes on partly narrow paths to the barrier wall. The way back leads along the western bank of the dam, in some places it gives way to the hinterland. The way back to Weißendorf leads over the reservoir bridge of the Zeulenrodaer...