Best partially-paved trails in Eisenach

Popular, legendary hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. The legendary Drachenschlucht south of Eisenach inspires both hikers and geologists. From the southern entrance at the Hohe Sonne, the hike leads through the narrow gorge on sturdy footbridges over the fairy grotto and along a rushing stream. Nature shows off its full charm here. The name of the gorge comes from Eisenach's patron saint, Saint George, also known as the dragon slayer, which is why numerous myths and legends surround the...

Stage 4 of the Werratal cycle route. The penultimate day's stage of the Werratal Cycle Route starts in the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach. Here, a visit to the famous Wartburg Castle in Eisenstadt is a must before travelling on to Creuzburg, Treffurt and finally the destination of Eschwege. Highlights: - Creuzburg: romantic fortress from 1170, St Nicholas' Church - Ebenshausen: Holy Trinity Church - Probsteizella nature reserve: Falken cliffs, Ziegental valley, orchid beech forest,...

Scenic, versatile excursion in Eisenach, Thuringia. The route starts in the centre of Eisenach and leads through the town past the Siebenbornsteich pond to Hörschel. From there, the route follows the Werra via Creuzburg and Willershausen to Ifta. Highlights of the circular route: - Varied landscapes - Refreshment stops available - Accessible by bus and train

1st section of the Thuringian Chain of Towns cycle route from Eisenach to Altenburg The term "Thuringian chain of towns" refers to an imaginary 130 kilometre-long line along which the six largest towns in the federal state of Thuringia are strung together in an easterly direction. The long-distance cycle route has predominantly flat terrain and runs largely on tarmac country lanes and minor roads. The route markings include the name "Thüringer Städtekette" with the pictogram of a cyclist in...

Family-friendly circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This short loop in Eisenach leads to some of the town's most beautiful attractions. The start is at the Burschenschaftsdenkmal, which can be visited for a small fee. The route continues to the Prinzenteich pond and through the Karthausgarten. Highlights of the walk: - Prinzenteich - Fraternity monument - Karthausgarten - Views of the Wartburg

Panoramic hike from Wartburg Castle to Allendorf Monastery. On this challenging hike, you can explore the beautiful nature of the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve. Again and again you can enjoy magnificent views over the Thuringian Forest. To the south of the nature reserve is Lake Wilhelmsthal, from where a short detour to Wilhelmsthal Castle is possible. The rest of the hiking trail runs along fields and woodland all the way to Allendorf Monastery. Highlights of the route: - Wartburg...