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Family-friendly circular hike through the Trieb Valley, past the Loreley Rock, the dam with the plunge pool, and the impressive Elstertal Bridge
In the middle of the Vogtland Switzerland lies the Pöhl reservoir, one of Saxony's largest reservoirs. Around the so-called "Vogtland Sea" stretches a gently rolling low mountain landscape with beautiful hiking trails and interesting excursion destinations.
On the 4.3 km hike through the Trieb Valley, one discovers a picturesque floodplain landscape, the rugged Loreley Rock with a beautiful view of the Trieb Valley, and the Elstertal Bridge. For the technically easy path, hikers should allow about 1.5 hours.
Attention:
- currently, the stairs to the Loreley Rock are closed for safety reasons!
- The path over the Elstertal Bridge is closed until 2025!
Note: Impairment of hiking trails in the area of the Elstertal Bridge and Barthmühle
Please inform yourself before your hike about possible impairments or alternative routes.
Author’s recommendation
Keep your camera handy to admire the beautiful scenes, especially in the morning hours, even after your hike!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
A short detour from the Trieb Valley leads up to the viewpoint on the Loreley Rock.
Attention: currently, the stairs to the Loreley Rock are closed for safety reasons!
Tips and suggestions
Family tip – sights and leisure activities nearby/on the route:
- Pöhl reservoir with dam and plunge pool, boat trips, bathing areas, and numerous play opportunities
- Pöhl climbing forest
- Elstertal Bridge – the world’s second-largest brick bridge
Pöhl Reservoir Authority
Tel.: 037439 4500
Dining options
Landhotel Alt Jocketa
Tel.: 037439 6254
www.landhotel-altjocketa.de
Talsperrenblick
Tel.: 037439 44959
www.talsperrenblick.de
Gockescher Hahn
Tel.: 037439 77259
www.gockescher-hahn.de
Roadbook
We start our route at Jocketa station. From there, we hike westward through a forested area until we reach the Barthmühle stop. There, we turn left and walk along the Elster Riverside Path to the Elstertal Bridge. About 100 m past the bridge, we cross the railway tracks and turn left into the Trieb Valley at the mouth of the Trieb into the Elster.
On the Vogtland Panorama Trail, the route now continues east along the Trieb; those interested can include the viewpoint on the Loreley Rock. Then it goes initially north and in a loop back south to the bridge below the dam. Ahead lies the Pöhl reservoir, which we should take a detour to on hot summer days. Past the Old Rampart, we proceed to the Pyramid Meadow, where covered seating invites you to linger. We cross the Trieb on the Pyramid Bridge, walk a bit southward along the river course back, and then return to Jocketa.
Attention: currently, the stairs to the Loreley Rock are closed for safety reasons!
Brücke über die Trieb
Frühzeitlicher Ringwall
Staumauer der Talsperre Pöhl
Talsperre Pöhl: Parkplatz Jocketa
Restaurant & Pension "Gockescher Hahn"
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Vogtlandbahn lines VB2 and VB5; busGet Timetable to destination
Directions
On the A72 to Plauen, continue on the B173 to Chrieschwitz, then turn right onto Möschwitzer Straße and follow it to JocketaParking
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Equipment
Comfortable and somewhat sturdier shoes, weather-appropriate clothing
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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