Best beach trails in Thuringia
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Explore the most popular beach trails in Thuringia with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.4 (19)·Easy·5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular trail near Tonndorf, Thuringia. This family-friendly route takes you around the Hohenfelden reservoir. In summer, you can dip in the cool water at the lido on the northeastern shore. On the way, there is also the opportunity to make various detours (e.g., to the Avenida Therme or the Hohenfelden Active Park). The route is easy to walk with no significant inclines and can be done at any time of the year. Highlights of the hike: - Hohenfelden reservoir - Hohenfelden...
- 3.8 (15)·Hard·19 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular circular route around the Zeulenroda dam, Thuringia. This beautiful circular route leads around the dam, also known as the Zeulenrodaer Meer. The start is at the car park on the country road near the reservoir. It leads along the shore, once around the lake and there are always wonderful views over the water to enjoy. It is nice to jump into the cool water at the bathing area with refreshments right next to the tourist centre during the hot summer months. Highlights of the tour: -...
- 4.3 (12)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxed circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Vogtland. This circular hiking trail at the Zeulenroda dam offers a lot of variety in less than 6 kilometres: sometimes you hike through the forest, then along idyllic country lanes or accompanied by great views of the lake. Highlights of the hike: - Zeulenroda dam - Climbing park - Zeulenroda-Triebes animal enclosure
- 4.1 (13)·Moderate·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrDistinctive circular route near the Lütsche dam in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This special tour starts at the car park west of the Lütsche dam, near Ohrdruf. Some stamina, fitness and provisions should be brought for the route. The route initially runs in several loops along the southern bank of the dam, later circling the "Small Hohe Warte" and "Hohe Warte". It can be experienced at first hand how the raftsmen transported their timber here centuries ago, always with the...
- 4.3 (11)·Moderate·14.5 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, certified circular hiking trail in the Rhön, Thuringia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that starts at the castle park in Geisa and leads along open fields. You walk along small paths and can enjoy the views of the surrounding area. The highlight of the route is the former Point Alpha border facility, which now houses a border museum. Highlights of the circular hike: - Cross of the Geiserämter - Geisa Castle - At the Siebenborn
- 4.8 (8)·Moderate·54.9 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrVaried loop trail in the Thuringian Slate Mountains/Upper Saale Nature Park, Thuringia. This route leads around one of the largest reservoirs in Germany. The loop trail around the Hohenwarte reservoir can be completed both by mountain bike and on foot (as a multi-day tour). Highlights of the route: - Hohenwarte reservoir - Saale - Geiersberg - Kemenate Ziegenrueck
- 4.6 (7)·Hard·35.6 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrPopular long-distance hiking trail over the legendary mountain ridge in the Kyffhäuser Nature Park This three-day themed hike in the Kyffhäuser Nature Park passes numerous exciting sights. The route can be divided into the following three stages: Day 1: Bad Frankenhausen - Barbarossa Cave Day 2: Barbarossa Cave - Tilleda through the Kyffhäuser Forest Day 3: Tilleda - Bad Frankenhausen via orchards and rock garden
- 4.4 (7)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrHistorical and idyllic hiking tour in Erfurt, Thuringia. Starting from the main train station, this beautiful hiking trail leads along the Gera for a while. It goes a good distance through the adventurous and shady Steigerwald. Highlights of the hike: - idyllic Steigerwald - the Gera (river) - quiet nature in the middle of the city
- 4.9 (7)·Moderate·12.2 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrRelaxed city walk in Erfurt, Thuringia. This relaxed loop trail begins at Erfurt's Nordpark in Andreasvorstadt. You walk or run along the Gera to the Auenteich, which you circle before heading back towards the Nordpark on the opposite bank of the Gera. Highlights of the walk: - Gera - Auenteich - Erfurt North Park
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest beach trail in Thuringia?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest beach trail in Thuringia is Saaleradweg Etappe 5: Saalfeld - Jena. This trail is estimated to be 99.1 km long.
Which beach trail has the most elevation gain in Thuringia?
Thuringia: With an ascent of 1,822 m, Hohenwarte Reservoir Circular has the most elevation gain of all of the beach trails in the area. The next highest ascent for beach trails is Saaleradweg Etappe 5: Saalfeld - Jena with 1,704 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult beach trail in Thuringia?
The most popular and difficult beach trail in Thuringia is Zeulenrodaer Meer Circular Route with a 3.8-star rating from 15 reviews.
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- Über Preßwitzer Spitze - Alter Bucht - Goßwitz-Bucha
- Von Erfurt zur Schortemühle
- Zeulenrodaer Meer
- Ostsee - Oberbayern (D-Route 11) Etappe 12: Jena - Saalfeld
- Hohenwarte Reservoir Trail Stage 2: Wilhelmsdorf - Ziegenrück
- Talsperrenweg Zeulenroda Etappe 1: Zeulenroda - Stelzendorf
- Talsperrenweg Zeulenroda Etappe 3: Staitz - Zeulenroda
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