Best cave trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne
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Explore the most popular cave trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne 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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- 4.6 (144)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular, legendary hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. The legendary Drachenschlucht south of Eisenach inspires both hikers and geologists. From the southern entrance at the Hohe Sonne, the hike leads through the narrow gorge on sturdy footbridges over the fairy grotto and along a rushing stream. Nature shows off its full charm here. The name of the gorge comes from Eisenach's patron saint, Saint George, also known as the dragon slayer, which is why numerous myths and legends surround the...
- 4.6 (66)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve The hike begins at the Wartburg P1 car park, which is subject to a charge. The route first follows the road for a short distance before climbing up to Wartburgblick. From here, the magnificent view over the Thuringian Forest can be enjoyed before the route winds its way through the nature reserve. It passes the Elfengrotte grotto before finally reaching the Drachenschlucht gorge. This is a 3 kilometre long gorge to the south of...
- 4.6 (41)·Hard·14 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular route in Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve, Thuringia This is a great circular route through the Thuringian Forest, which offers a lot of variety, from the beautiful town of Eisenach to the historic Wartburg Castle and natural attractions such as the Drachenschlucht. A remarkable sight along the route is the "Wilde Sau" stone cross, erected in 1483 and the oldest of its kind on the Rennsteig. Attention: The Drachenschlucht can be closed at short notice due to the...
- 4.4 (35)·Moderate·8.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hike in the Wartburg nature reserve - hohe Sonne. This hike begins at the southern end of the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve and first leads through the well-known Drachenschlucht. In the further course, the route also passes the Wartburg and some great vantage points from which you can see the vastness of the Thuringian Forest. Highlights: - Landgrave Gorge - Dragon Canyon - Warburg
- 4.6 (8)·Easy·2.7 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort, charming hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. A wonderful circular trail in the Thuringian Forest in the Forests nature reserve with gorges between Wartburg Castle and Hohe Sonne. The Dragon Gorge is particularly impressive. In the cool and damp gorge, you can discover mosses, small ferns, rock snails and copepods. Highlights of the circular route: - Picturesque natural landscape - Elves' grotto - Knöpfel ponds - Dragon Gorge - Marvellous views - Interesting flora and fauna
- 4.7 (24)·Hard·16.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, varied circular route through the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve, Thuringia. The hike starts in Eisenach's old town, which is well worth seeing, right by the railway station, and leads up to Wartburg Castle. It is well worth a visit here and there are refreshment stops and bathrooms. The route then leads to the fantastic, wild and romantic Drachenschlucht gorge. Over wooden planks or gratings, the route leads directly over a stream and between the moss-covered, gigantic...
- 3.5 (10)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting, varied circular hike in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Numerous sights and idyllic nature experiences await you on this short but interesting tour. Through the Thuringian Forest and the Wartburg-Hohe Sonne nature reserve, you hike past historical sights and enjoy incredible views. Highlights of the route: - Wartburgallee - Eisenach Castle - Carl Alexander View - Wartburg Castle - Castle Hill
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail with caves to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail with caves to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne is Drachenschlucht, which has a 4.6 star rating from 144 reviews. This trail is 6.6 km long with an elevation gain of 260 m.
What is the longest trail with caves in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne is Von der Wartburg zum Kloster Allendorf. This trail is estimated to be 27.7 km long.
How many cave trails are in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
There are 11 cave trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne.These cave trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 346 AllTrails community reviews.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
Von der Wartburg zum Kloster Allendorf has the most elevation gain for cave trails with 581 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Eisenach - Drachenstein - Hohe Sonne, which has 555 m of elevation gain.
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