Best views trails in Bad Blankenburg
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Explore the most popular views trails near Bad Blankenburg 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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- 4.4 (24)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular and varied loop through the Schwarzatal nature reserve, Thuringia. A fantastic loop that reveals the full beauty of the nature reserve. Along unique flora and fauna, there are always views of the idyllic Schwarzatal valley and the Thuringian Forest. The start is at the car park by the Schwarzabrücke bridge. There is also the "Chrysopras-Wehr" bus stop nearby, as well as bathrooms at the campsite and a place to stop for refreshments. It is also possible to stop off at the...
- 4.1 (7)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular, cultural and historical circular route near Bad Blankenburg, Thuringia. The Friedrich Fröbel hiking trail is one of the most interesting and scenic hiking trails in the Thuringian Forest in terms of cultural history. It connects the places of activity of the great German pedagogue Friedrich Fröbel: Bad Blankenburg and Keilhau. The landscape is characterized by the steep slopes of the limestone slopes on the northern edge of the Thuringian Forest and offers not only special...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrDemanding hike from Bad Blankenburg via Rudolstadt The hike begins in Bad Blankenburg, where it first crosses the Schwarza. From here it goes past beautiful vantage points over the Show Home Mountain to Rudolstadt, where a detour to Heidecksburg Castle is recommended. The hike finally leads over a second climb to Kochberg Castle, where you can visit the beautiful castle park next to the castle.
- Hard·21.2 mi·Est. 11–12 hrPopular, varied round in the Schwarzatal, Thuringia. There are a few vertical meters to overcome on this exciting lap. For this, however, you will be rewarded with fantastic views over the Schwarzatal nature reserve. Highlights of the round: - Look at the Schwarza - View of the Schwarzatal - Picturesque nature
- Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis path starts in Bad Blankenburg and leads to the windmill in Dittrichshütte. The trail is marked by a green triangle, hence the name. It leads through fields, forests and villages (including Unterwirbach, Oberwirbach and Braunsdorf). It's a steady climb (though not steep) the entire way.