Best waterfall trails in Jena
4.7(72 reviews)
Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Jena with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.8 (27)·Hard·15.8 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrStage 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...
- 4.8 (5)·Hard·35.1 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrBreathtaking 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...
- 4.9 (15)·Hard·5.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular, 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
- 4.7 (9)·Hard·24.1 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPanoramic 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
- 4.1 (3)·Hard·91.2 km·Est. 24 hr+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...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Jena?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Jena is SaaleHorizontale. This trail is estimated to be 91.2 km long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Jena?
Jena: With an ascent of 3,061 m, SaaleHorizontale has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is MTB Tour Jena Kernberge: Mittlere Horizontale with Wöllnitzstrudel with 1,125 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Jena?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Jena is SaaleHorizontale Etappe 1: Jena - Ziegenhain with a 4.8-star rating from 27 reviews.