Best lake trails in Weimar
3.9(27 reviews)
Explore the most popular lake trails near Weimar with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.0 (12)·Easy·23.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hr4th partial stage of the long-distance cycle route through Thuringia from Eisenach to Altenburg The term "Thuringian chain of cities" refers to an imaginary line 130 kilometers long, along which the six largest cities in the state of Thuringia line up in an easterly direction. The long-distance cycle route mainly leads through flat terrain and mostly on paved dirt roads and side roads. The route marking includes the designation "Thüringer Städtekette" with the central pictogram of a...
- 5.0 (12)·Hard·23.8 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrAs the name suggests, this hiking trail follows in the footsteps of the German poet Goethe. From Weimar to Großkochberg, you can discover the charming surroundings of Weimarer Land, which the young Goethe explored from 1775-1788. It takes about 2.5 hours on horseback and 6-8 hours on foot. The trail is clearly marked with a white G on a green background.
- Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis route connects the residential Westvorstadt district with Weimar’s historic city center. The path traverses paved sidewalks and extensive cobblestone streets characteristic of the old town. The trail passes numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites associated with the Classical Weimar period, including former residences of renowned writers. Architectural features range from suburban housing to Baroque and Classical palaces near the market squares. Uneven historical paving is typically...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Weimar?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Weimar is Um den Großen Ettersberg und Gedenkstätte Buchenwald. This trail is estimated to be 24.9 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Weimar?
Weimar: With an ascent of 828 m, Goethewanderweg has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Um den Großen Ettersberg und Gedenkstätte Buchenwald with 537 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Weimar?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Weimar is Goethewanderweg with a 5.0-star rating from 12 reviews.
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- Buchenwald Memorial
- Stein des guten Glücks
- Schulgarten
- Herzogin Anna Amalia Bibliothek
- Wittumspalais
- Erlebnisstation 1 Goethe-Erlebnisweg - Kugelspiel
- Tempelherrenhaus
- Brunnen am Lesemuseum
- Musentempel
- Karlsmühle
- Leutraquelle
- Ochsenauge (Leutraquelle)
- Hainturm
- Historischer Friedhof
- Stadtschloss
- Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul
- Brunnen am Graben
- Erlebnisstation 2 Goethe-Erlebnisweg - Liebeskompass
- Schloss Tiefurt
- Herdergarten