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This hike follows a circular route on the Schöneck plateau with only slight elevations from Schöneck to the idyllic Muldenberg reservoir and further over Kottenheide back to Schöneck.
The rustling forests have a calming and decelerating effect in today’s hectic times. The air smells wonderfully fresh, and the view of the calm water of the Muldenberg reservoir is deeply relaxing.
Tourist Information Schöneck
Tourist Information Schöneck
We start our hike at the Tourist Info at the Hiking and Cross-Country Skiing Center in Schöneck. The path leads us over the recreational area Muldenquelle onto the sandy path in the direction of Muldenberg. Up to the forebay of the Muldenberg reservoir, we follow the blue marking, then we turn left onto the green marked path. This path leads us to Muldenberg. Here, various options for dining are available, the dam can be visited, or the raft area with a small playground.
To continue the hike, we take the same path back but do not turn off to the forebay; instead, we stay on the green marked hiking trail towards Kottenheide. Passing through the village, from the exit of the village we follow the yellow marking, the Kirchsteig, back to Schöneck.
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Hiking boots recommended
In the small mountain village of Kottenheide, the beautifully designed village square with a playground invites you to linger with the whole family.
Autobahn A72 from Leipzig direction, exit Plauen East, via Mechelgrün, Bergen, Poppengrün to Schöneck.
Autobahn A93 from Bavaria to the Bayrisch-Vogtland junction, continue on A72 to exit Plauen South and then via Oelsnitz, Tirschendorf and Arnoldsgrün to Schöneck.
In Schöneck follow the signs to the ski area or Tourist Information.
600 car parking garage with large outdoor parking area
With line RB 1 of the Vogtlandbahn you can conveniently reach Schöneck (IFA Ferienpark stop) by train. At the Hiking and Cross-Country Skiing Center you will find lockers, changing rooms, and toilets.
By bus lines "TaktBUS22" from the direction of Muldenberg, "+Bus90" from Plauen / Oelsnitz, or "TaktBUS93" from Bad Elster, you can use the stop at the IFA Ferienpark and start the hike directly.
Real-time schedule information is available on the transport company's website: www.vogtlandauskunft.de
Hiking, skiing, and cycling map "Vogtland Music Region", Dr. Barthel Publishing House, ISBN: 978-3-89591-022-7; Price: 5.90 €
Available at the Tourist Info Schöneck and in bookstores or online
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