Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar
25.3kmLength
342mElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Point-to-point
3rd section of the Thuringian Chain of Towns cycle route from Eisenach to Altenburg
The term Thuringian Chain of Towns refers to an imaginary 130 kilometre-long line along which the six largest towns in the federal state of Thuringia are strung together in an easterly direction. The long-distance cycle route has predominantly flat terrain and runs largely on tarmac country lanes and minor roads. The route markings include the name "Thüringer Städtekette" with the pictogram of a cyclist in the centre
Highlights:
- explore the historic city centre of Erfurt
- visit the Belvedere Palace in Weimar
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Top sights
Wittumspalais
Castle
Breitstrom (Gera)
River
Brunnen am Lesemuseum
Attraction
Kaisersaal
Attraction
Mikwe
Archaeological site
Allerheiligenkirche
Attraction
Merchants' Bridge
Attraction
Rathaus Erfurt
Attraction
Collegium Maius
Attraction
Theatrum Mundi
Attraction
Zum Breiten Herd
Attraction
Predigerkirche
Attraction
Stadtschloss
Castle
Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul
Attraction
Brunnen am Graben
Attraction
Großes Hospital
Attraction
Löwenbrunnen
Attraction
Bodebrunnen
Attraction
Geleitbrunnen
Attraction
Spucken und Schlucken
Attraction
Bürgerschulbrunnen
Attraction
Kasseturm
Tower
Herdergarten
Garden
Muschelbrunnen
Attraction
Biedermeiergarten
Garden
Herderbrunnen
Attraction
Herderbrunnen;Herder-Brunnen
Attraction
ehem. Wilhelm-Ernst-Gymnasium
Attraction
Delphinbrunnen
Attraction
Palmenhaus
Attraction
St Mary Magdalene’s Chapel
Attraction
Neptunbrunnen
Attraction
DHV Haus
Building
Top sights
Wittumspalais
Castle
Breitstrom (Gera)
River
Brunnen am Lesemuseum
Attraction
Kaisersaal
Attraction
Mikwe
Archaeological site
Allerheiligenkirche
Attraction
Merchants' Bridge
Attraction
Rathaus Erfurt
Attraction
Collegium Maius
Attraction
Theatrum Mundi
Attraction
Zum Breiten Herd
Attraction
Predigerkirche
Attraction
Stadtschloss
Castle
Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul
Attraction
Brunnen am Graben
Attraction
Großes Hospital
Attraction
Löwenbrunnen
Attraction
Bodebrunnen
Attraction
Geleitbrunnen
Attraction
Spucken und Schlucken
Attraction
Bürgerschulbrunnen
Attraction
Kasseturm
Tower
Herdergarten
Garden
Muschelbrunnen
Attraction
Biedermeiergarten
Garden
Herderbrunnen
Attraction
Herderbrunnen;Herder-Brunnen
Attraction
ehem. Wilhelm-Ernst-Gymnasium
Attraction
Delphinbrunnen
Attraction
Palmenhaus
Attraction
St Mary Magdalene’s Chapel
Attraction
Neptunbrunnen
Attraction
DHV Haus
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 25.3-km point-to-point trail near Erfurt, Thuringia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 5 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, road biking, and bike touring, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Expected weather for Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 19 September - 20.4 degrees/drizzle
- Sun 20 September - 17.2 degrees/clear
- Mon 21 September - 17.8 degrees/clear
- Tue 22 September - 19.4 degrees/drizzle
- Wed 23 September - 15.4 degrees/clear
Where is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar located?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a trail located in Erfurt, Thuringia, Germany.
How hard is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is considered an easy hike that covers 25.3 km, with an elevation gain of 342 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is considered an easy hike that covers 25.3 km, with an elevation gain of 342 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar a point-to-point trail?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a point to point trail that covers 25.3 km, with an elevation gain of 342 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a point to point trail that covers 25.3 km, with an elevation gain of 342 m. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Dogs may be allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there rivers at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Yes, Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is near Breitstrom (Gera).
Is road biking allowed at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Road biking is allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar.
Is backpacking allowed at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Backpacking is allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is partially paved.
Are there forests at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Yes, Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a forest trail.
Last updated on 6 September 2026 at 02:57 GMT+0