Schmiedefeld (Lichtetal)

Schmiedefeld (Lichtetal) is a village in the municipality of Lichte in the Thuringian Forest, Germany. It lies in the valley of the Lichtetal, a river valley formed by the Lichte river. Historically, Schmiedefeld was an independent municipality before its incorporation into Lichte. The area is known for its natural beauty and tourism, particularly hiking. Economically, Schmiedefeld has relied on forestry, metalworking (implied by the name, "Schmiede" meaning forge), and tourism. The village's history is tied to the mining and metal processing industries that were once prevalent in the Thuringian Forest region.