Best child-friendly trails in Jena

Beautiful themed trail in the Rautal valley near Jena, Thuringia. A wonderful circular route and something very special if walked at the right time of year. In spring, the thousands of winter aconites (Eranthis hyemalis) create a sea of yellow flowers here in the Rautal forest. The route follows near-natural paths. Sturdy footwear is recommended, also because it can often still be muddy in spring. Highlights: - Wildflowers - Information boards - Burschenplatz and Steinbach near the route

Popular loop trail near Jena, Thuringia. Pure nature is the name of the game on this relaxed loop trail in the Leutra valley. On the way there, you often hike on very natural paths along the babbling brook (sturdy shoes are an advantage). Already you should keep your eyes open to discover wild flowers such as orchids and lilies of the valley. The true hiking highlight for all hobby botanists, however, awaits towards the end of the route: the orchid meadow, where the rare flowers can be seen...

This is the official route of the Jena Team Run in Jena, Thuringia. The route leads from the arena past Burgau Park, along the Saale towards Lobeda-West and back to the arena via the Saaleauen and the Burgau weir. Further information on the Jena team run: https://www.jenaerfirmenlauf.de/