Best backpacking trails in Ilmenau

This route follows stage 5 of the Rennsteig, connecting Frauenwald (Allzunah) with Friedrichshöhe on a historically significant section. The hike marks the transition from the Thuringian Forest to the Thuringian Slate Mountains and passes the Großer Dreiherrenstein, which marks the exact geographic midpoint of the 169 km trail. Cultural and scenic highlights include Neustadt am Rennsteig with its Rennsteig Museum, the Rennsteigwarte observation tower on the Eselsberg near Masserberg, and the...

Stage 1 of the Ilm Valley Cycle Route. The first day's stage of the Ilm Valley Cycle Route leads from Allzunah via the Thuringian Forest mountain trail through the climatic health resort of Stützerbach, where the Ilm rises from its springs. It continues via the university and Goethe town of Ilmenau through the Schortetal valley along the banks of the Ilm to the stage destination of Kranichfeld. There are numerous historical sights, museums and towns along the way that are well worth a...

Varied long-distance cycle route from Allzunah to Weichau. The Ilm Valley Cycle Trail, certified by the ADFC with 4 stars, is a 120 km long cycle route along the Ilm, which leads from the source of the Ilm in Allzunah to the mouth of the Ilm in Großheringen and to Kaatschen-Weichau on the Saale. The cycle path mostly leads along paved paths away from main roads. It is suitable for families with experienced children, but not for beginners due to the occasional climbs. It is particularly...

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