Best trails near Paulinenhöhe

Varied circular route in the Thuringian Forest This family-friendly hike leads through the nature reserve "Forests with gorges between Wartburg and Hohe Sonne" and connects the two gorges "Drachenschlucht" and "Landgrafenschlucht". In particular, the legendary Drachenschlucht is one of the most popular excursion and hiking destinations in the region. The rock formation, which is unique in Thuringia, is three kilometers long and at its narrowest point is less than 70 cm. Sturdy shoes are...

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...

This route connects one of the most spectacular natural monuments in Thuringia with the most important symbol of German history. The trail leads from the Rennsteig Pass at the Hohe Sonne car park down into the fascinating Drachenschlucht gorge, where the path winds over gratings directly above the stream through crevices, some of which are only shoulder-wide. After the ascent out of the gorge, the trail leads across the Sängerwiese meadow up to Wartburg Castle, which towers majestically over...

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.

Challenging and eventful circular route around Eisenach, Thuringia Start is at the nature park gate at Eisenach town park. The train can be taken to "Eisenach" station and then the bus to the bus stop "Eisenach - Ernst-Abbe-Gymnasium". There are also car parking spaces near the bus stop. The route crosses the park to the "Weinstraße". The first stamp point quickly beckons for the collectors, before heading to the "Großer Drachenstein" rock with the second stamp point. The magnificent trail...

Panoramic and historical hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. A wonderful circular trail in the Thuringian Forest in the nature reserve of forests with gorges between Wartburg Castle and Hohe Sonne. The circular tour starts from the car park at Wartburg Castle. There are many beautiful views on this route. Highlights of the circular route: - Picturesque natural landscape - Wartburg Castle - Paulinenhöhe - Fraternity monument - Marvellous views