Best hard trails in Jena

Stage 1 of the long-distance hiking trail "SaaleHorizontale", Thuringia. This is the first stage of the certified SaaleHorizontale quality trail, a wonderful hike through the Saale valley, starting and finishing in Jena. The first stage of the long-distance hiking trail starts in Jena and ends in Ziegenhain. As the trail climbs quite steeply in places and you walk close to steep rocks, particularly in the Pennicken Valley, this hike is categorised as challenging. Fantastic views of the...

Stage 2 of the long-distance hiking trail "SaaleHorizontale", Thuringia. This is the second stage of the certified SaaleHorizontale quality trail, a wonderful hike through the Saale valley, starting and finishing in Jena. The second stage of the long-distance hiking trail starts in Ziegenhain and ends in Beutnitz. This section also involves a lot of uphill and downhill walking - sturdy shoes and a certain level of fitness are highly recommended. Great views, for example from the Königsstuhl,...

Breathtaking mountain bike tour near Jena, Thuringia. This is a beautiful mountain bike route for advanced riders. It offers marvellous views. Rugged rock faces make this route something special. The route starts and ends at the railway station, so it is possible to travel to and from the station by public transport. The route runs along the shell limestone cliffs, some of the trails there are only wafer-thin. A head for heights and strong nerves are a must! The rewards are the magnificent...

Popular, varied running route around Jena, Thuringia. This is the route of the Jena Kernberglauf. Every year, numerous running fans run the eventful route along the fantastic Jena landscape: between the unique shell limestone slopes, there are always fantastic views of the city of Jena and the Saale valley. Highlights of the route: - Jena shell limestone slopes - Saale valley - Varied landscape

Panoramic circular hiking trail in the Saale valley, Thuringia. This hike leads high up to Jena's local mountain. The ascent to the Jenzig, which is one of the "Seven Wonders of Jena", is tough, but once you have mastered this challenge, you can enjoy the fantastic views for the rest of the way in a relatively relaxed manner. Only at the FFH Windknollen on the way back is there another climb. Highlights of the hike: - Jenzig - Gleisberg - Views over the Saale valley - FFH TH 123 Windknollen

Popular loop trail near Jena, Thuringia. This is a loop trail south of Jena with many ascents and descents. Right at the beginning of the hike you are going high; the 353 m high Vogelberg is the highest point of the route. Further stations are Nennsdorf and Ammerbach. Highlights of the hike: - Vogelberg - Valley of the Ammerbach - Nennsdorf - Ammerbach

Varied long-distance hiking trail near Jena, Thuringia. The SaaleHorizontale long-distance hiking trail, recognized as a quality trail by the German Hiking Association, offers plenty of culture and unspoiled nature over 70 km. The hike, usually completed in four daily stages, leads through the beautiful Saale Valley, characterized by imposing shell limestone slopes and magnificent beech forests. Castles, castle ruins, and over twenty viewpoints await along the way. The start and finish of...

Popular, scenic event route around Jena, Thuringia. The Horizontale around Jena is an annual long-distance hike and donates its proceeds to charitable causes. The route offers unique panoramic views of the Saale valley and the city of light, Jena. For the most part, the hike leads through the surrounding nature reserves and through varied nature and landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - City of Light Jena - Regional flora and fauna - Catering and support