Best city walk trails in Thuringia
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Explore the most popular city walk trails in Thuringia 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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- 4.0 (14)·Easy·4.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular, varied city tour in Erfurt, Thuringia. This city tour in Erfurt takes you past some of the most beautiful cultural and historical sights in the state capital. It takes you through the medieval old town of Erfurt and historic buildings such as the Petersberg Citadel, across the cathedral square and to the famous Krämerbrücke bridge. Off the beaten track, but well worth a visit, are places where Martin Luther lived and worked, such as the Augustinian monastery where he once lived as a...
- 3.5 (10)·Moderate·4 mi·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 can hike along historical sights and get incredible views. Highlights of the route: - Wartburgallee - Eisenach Castle - Carl Alexander look - Wartburg - Schlossberg
- 4.6 (7)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular running event in Altenburg, Thuringia. The Altenburger Skatstadtmarathon is a fixed date in the calendars of many running enthusiasts. This is the half marathon course of the event, which takes place every year in early summer and includes different distances from the walking event to the 400 m children's run and the marathon. Details about the Skatstadtmarathon can be found on the organizer's website (see "Tips"). Highlights of the route: - Old town of Altenburg - Poschwitz Park -...
- 4.5 (19)·Easy·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful round in Bad Salzungen, Thuringia. A beautiful and relaxed round that is perfect for a short walk or a run. It's about the circular castle lake, which is a so-called sinkhole lake. It was formed by breaking through a top layer into a cavity that gradually formed below and has no natural inflow or outflow. In between, you make a small detour to the Rathenaupark. If you are traveling with children, you will also find a small playground here. There are restaurants and cafes in the...
- 4.7 (4)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful walk in Thuringia. A relaxed and beautiful circular walk through the historic town center of Arnstadt. Along the way, there are not only picturesque alleyways and historical sights, but also cafés and restaurants to stop off at. Highlights: - Castle museum - Neideck castle ruins and castle garden
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrBeautiful loop in Weimar, Thuringia. A great hike in Weimar that leads to many sights. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way. Start is in the city center. Highlights: - Bauhaus University Weimar - House on the Horn - Ilm Park - Old Town Weimar - New Weimar Museum - Crypt of the Princes - Liszt House
- 4.0 (7)·Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrHistorical hike in Eisenach, Thuringia. In addition to the relaxing green of the city park, the tour also has some beautiful historical sights to offer. Right at the beginning, the architecture of the Nikolaitores and the Nikolaikirche captivates. In the city park, the listed Villa Pflugensberg invites you to take a short detour. From there the trail is nice and green with some great views over Eisensch from the Panoramaweg and the Sophienhöhe. Back to the city it goes downhill through the...
- 4.6 (4)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrTour through the beautiful old town of Bad Langensalza. The tour was created by the town's tourist office. The town rose to power and prosperity in the Middle Ages through dyeing. There are large churches, numerous half-timbered houses and an almost completely preserved town wall to admire. Langensalza is also known for its healing springs and gardens. After the tour, it is worth visiting the gardens in the north-east of the old town. - Parking spaces: At the rose garden and at the culture...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest city walk trail in Thuringia?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest city walk trail in Thuringia is Skatstadtmarathon Altenburg (half marathon). This trail is estimated to be 12.9 mi long.
Which city walk trail has the most elevation gain in Thuringia?
Thuringia: With an ascent of 1,640 ft, Skatstadtmarathon Altenburg (half marathon) has the most elevation gain of all of the city walk trails in the area. The next highest ascent for city walk trails is Eisenach- Wartburg with 793 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult city walk trail in Thuringia?
The most popular and difficult city walk trail in Thuringia is Skatstadtmarathon Altenburg (half marathon) with a 4.6-star rating from 7 reviews.
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