Best forest trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne

Popular, 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...

Panoramic 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...

Popular 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...

Varied 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

Popular hike in the Thuringian Forest This great hike starts at the car park at the Hohe Sonne barbecue and promises plenty of variety. Nature lovers will get their money's worth in the Drachenschlucht gorge, an approx. 3 km long rocky gorge that is only 68 cm wide in places. A real gem for those interested in cultural history awaits above the town of Eisenach: Wartburg Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which dates back to the Middle Ages and is best known for the fact that Martin Luther...

Short, 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

Popular, 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...

Exciting, 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

Panoramic hike between Wartburg Castle and Wilhelmsthal. On this challenging hike, you can explore the beautiful nature of the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve. Again and again you can enjoy magnificent views over the Thuringian Forest. At the southernmost point of the route is Lake Wilhemlsthal, from where a short detour to Wilhelmsthal Castle is possible.