Best partially-paved trails in Gotha

2nd 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...

Historical circular route in the Thuringian Forest. The start is at the car park at the old observatory, which stands on the Kleiner Seeberg mountain and dates back to the 18th century. The hike leads to historic sandstone quarries, whose stones were also used for Erfurt Cathedral - the cathedral was documented as early as the 12th century! There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. At the Geoinfopoint in Günthersleben, there is a permanent exhibition on the history of...