Gelber Balken
Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Out-and-back trail in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16.8 mi (27.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,637 ft (499 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 15 min
- High point
- 1,257 ft (383 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Schloss Neu-Asseburg 1.9 mi (3 km) from start
- Picnic area 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from start
- Peak: Hohe Abtissin 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Campingplatz Am Waldbad 16.8 mi (27 km) from start
- Shelter 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from start
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Questions about Gelber Balken
How long is Gelber Balken?
Gelber Balken is 16.8 mi (27.1 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,637 ft (499 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,257 ft (383 m).
How hard is Gelber Balken?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Gelber Balken?
Parking at the far end, Free, 5 spaces. 7 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Gelber Balken?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Gelber Balken shaded?
Partly shaded (67% under trees).
What can you do on Gelber Balken?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Gelber Balken?
Forellenhof, 1 mi (1.6 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: NP, 1.5 mi (2.4 km). 3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Gelber Balken?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Verbindungsweg Saxony-Anhalt · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap