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title: "Mining trail - large route"
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description: "The routes start at the entrance of the \"Geyerin\" pit above the Seiffen mountain church. An orientation board installed here explains the course of the mining trail routes through the former mining area of Seiffen with its 34 stations. At the individual stations, there are signs in the form of a German Türstock with detailed descriptions of the respective locations."
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Mining trail - large route
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- 13.78 km long
- Round trip
- Difficulty: medium
- Condition: easy
- Great panorama
- Themed hiking trail

- 3:55 h
- 13.78 km
- 333 m
- 333 m
- 579 m
- 782 m
- 203 m
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- Start: Mountain church
- Destination: Mountain church

From 2017 to 2020, the historic mining trail (small route) was modernized and expanded by a large route featuring mining history landmarks and beautiful views. The large route is expected to be fully signposted from October 2020.

The routes start at the entrance of the "Geyerin" pit above the Seiffen mountain church. An orientation board installed here explains the course of the mining trail routes through the former mining area of Seiffen with its 34 stations. At the individual stations, there are signs in the form of a German Türstock with detailed descriptions of the respective locations.

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Good to know
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Pavements

Unknown (10%)

Street (15%)

Asphalt (38%)

Gravel (18%)

Trail (19%)

Best to visit

suitable

Depends on weather

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Directions

The large circuit passes by signposted mining dumps protected as monuments and natural monuments, the mouth holes of former adits, replicas of stamping mills, as well as numerous rest areas with wonderful views over the valley of the Seifenbach. The route length is about 14 km and can be walked in 4-5 hours. Since the route passes the town center several times, it can also be done in individual sections.

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Tour information

- Cultural Interesting
- Loop Road
- Stop at an Inn
- Tour with Dog

Equipment

- Hiking shoes
- Rainwear or umbrella

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Additional information

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Author

Tourist Info

Organization

Touristinformation Seiffen

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

From April to October, guided hikes with an experienced mining guide take place. Please consult the event schedule at:

The current flyer for the hike is available at the tourist information or online.

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Contact

09548 Seiffen/Erzgebirge

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