Best paved trails in Thuringia
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- 5.0 (7)·Moderate·32.7 km·Est. 9.5–10 hrPopular cycle route in the Eichsfeld - Hainich - Werratal Nature Park, Thuringia A well-developed cycle path along the route of the former cannon railway from Dingelstädt to Frieda. In the past, railway lines that had a strategic military purpose were known as "Kanonenbahn" ("cannon railways"). The route can be extended individually as it is connected to many other popular cycle routes, including the Unstrut-Hahle Cycle Route, the Unstrut Cycle Route and the Werratal Cycle Route. The...
- 3.6 (2)·Easy·2.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in Gera, Thuringia. The Hofwiesenpark, which is home to an indoor swimming pool and the Stadium of Friendship, is a popular destination for walkers and joggers in Gera. This almost 2 km long loop along the Weiße Elster should also be easy for children to manage. Highlights of the walk: - Hofwiesenpark - White Elster - Hofwiesenbad Gera
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·29.1 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrStage 5 of the Unstrut cycle route. The penultimate day's stage of the Unstrut Cycle Route leads from Artern to the stage destination of Nebra, a distance of just under 30 kilometres. The Bottendorfer Mühle mill is worth a stopover, where you can hire a boat and get to know the Unstrut from a different perspective. You should also take a closer look at picturesque Memleben, which lies on the "Romanesque Road". The last section is then travelled through the Saale-Unstrut-Triasland Nature Park...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·148.5 km·Est. 24 hr+Extensive, scenic road bike and motorbike route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The route leads along roads through the idyllic nature of the Thuringian Forest. Along rivers and waterways, through small and larger villages and past historical sights. Highlights of the circular route: - Gehren Castle - Rinnetal view - Großer Dreiherrenstein
- Hard·156.4 km·Est. 24 hr+This extensive cycle tour explores the picturesque heart of Thuringia, starting and finishing in the historic city of Erfurt. The route leads through a gently rolling landscape of fertile river valleys and dense forests on a mixture of quiet country roads and well-maintained cycle paths. The route is a physical challenge due to its considerable distance and the cumulative metres in altitude, requiring good stamina for the long climbs. Erfurt itself is a city steeped in history, known as the...
- Moderate·2.9 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteresting hiking trail in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Thuringia. A beautiful and short route, but with space for the whole solar system! There are display boards at regular intervals that deal with the sun and its planets and also have quiz questions. To keep to the correct order, it is best to start in Kaltensundheim. There are ice cream parlours and restaurants at the finish. There is a bus stop "Kaltensundheim, Gymnasium" at the starting point, so traveling there by public transport is...
- Hard·42.8 km·Est. 11.5–12.5 hr4th section of the official Saale Cycle Route from the source of the Saale to the mouth of the Elbe The long-distance cycle route is an official cycle route of the Saaleradweg e.V. and is signposted with the pictogram of a cyclist on a blue stripe and the text "Saale". The long-distance cycle route runs along the D-Route 11 cycle route, which runs from the Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria. The route is also a section of the R1 European Cycle Route (France/Russia) and the EuroVelo2...
- Hard·204.4 km·Est. 24 hr+Great cycle marathon on beautiful roads, through beautiful nature. This route follows the cycle marathon route of the Erfurter Impuls RTF (Radtourenfahrt), a traditional organised cycling event. Designed for racing bikes, this is an extreme endurance challenge. The route is almost entirely tarmac and follows public roads on a huge circular route through the hilly countryside of Thuringia. Expect a relentless day with plenty of climbs and descents as the route explores the picturesque...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest paved trail in Thuringia?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest paved trail in Thuringia is Erfurt Impuls RTF Marathon Route. This trail is estimated to be 204.4 km long.
Which paved trail has the most elevation gain in Thuringia?
Thuringia: With an ascent of 4,326 m, Thüringer Waldzauber has the most elevation gain of all of the paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for paved trails is Erfurt Impuls RTF Marathon Route with 3,682 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult paved trail in Thuringia?
The most popular and difficult paved trail in Thuringia is Thüringer Waldzauber with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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