Best backpacking trails in Eisenach
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- 4.8 (5)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrStage 4 of the Werra Valley Cycle Path. The penultimate day's stage of the Werra Valley Cycle Path starts in the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach. A visit to the famous Eisenstadt Wartburg is a must before heading to Creuzburg, Treffurt and finally to the destination Eschwege. Highlights: - Creuzburg: romantic fortress from 1170, Nikolaikirche - Ebenshausen: Trinity Church - Probsteizella nature reserve: Falkener Klippen, Ziegental, orchid-beech forest, Bauernkanzel - Treffurt: historic...
- 3.5 (7)·Hard·16 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPromising, varied excursion in Eisenach, Thuringia. It starts in Eisenach Mitte and leads a bit through the city past the Siebenbornsteich to Hörschel. From there it goes along the Werra via Creuzburg and Willershausen to Ifta. Highlights of the circular route: - Varied landscapes - Refreshments available - Accessible by bus and train
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·22.5 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hr1st stage of the long-distance cycle route Thuringian city chain from Eisenach to Altenburg The term Thuringian chain of cities describes a 130-kilometer-long imaginary line on which the six largest cities in the state of Thuringia line up in an easterly direction. The long-distance cycle path has mostly flat terrain and mostly leads on paved dirt roads and side roads. The waymarking of the route includes the designation “Thuringian city chain” with the central pictogram of a...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·49.1 mi·Est. 17.5–19.5 hrStage 8 of the Mittelland Route. On the 8th day tour of the Mittelland Route, it goes from the world-famous Eisenach, in which Luther translated the New Testament, along the caves of the Hörselberge to the former residential city of Gotha with baroque buildings such as the palace complex or the theater. Then you go along several idyllic nature reserves to the stage destination Erfurt. Highlights: - Eisenach: Wartburg, Thuringian State Theater, birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach -...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·50.1 mi·Est. 24 hr+Stage 1 of the long-distance cycle path “Rennsteig-Radwanderweg”, Thuringia. This is the first stage of the around 200 km long Rennsteig cycle path, which follows a ridge path that has existed since the Middle Ages and was formerly used as a trade route from Hörschel an der Werra to Blankenstein an der Saale. The bike tour is largely identical to the famous long-distance hiking trail on the Rennsteig, which is why you are mostly on gravel, well-marked paths. The first stage begins in...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·125.4 mi·Est. 24 hr+Traditional long-distance cycle path between the Thuringian Forest and the Franconian Forest, Thuringia / Bavaria. From Hörschel an der Werra to Blankenstein an der Saale, the around 200 km long Rennsteig cycle path runs along a ridge path that was laid out in the Middle Ages and was primarily used as a trade route. The bike tour is largely identical to the famous long-distance hiking trail on the Rennsteig, which is why you are riding mostly on gravel, well-marked paths. The cycle path,...
- Hard·46.3 mi·Est. 21–23 hrPopular, panoramic running route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This is the super marathon route of the famous Rennsteig run from 2018. It is possible that some parts of this route were specially closed for the marathon and are now integrated again into normal road traffic. Highlights of the route: - Fantastic views over the Thuringian Forest - Diverse landscapes - Regional flora and fauna
- Moderate·141.1 mi·Est. 24 hr+Official long-distance cycle route Thuringian cities from Eisenach to Altenburg The term Thuringian chain of cities describes a 130-kilometer-long imaginary line on which the six largest cities in the state of Thuringia line up in an easterly direction. The long-distance cycle path has mostly flat terrain and mostly leads on paved dirt roads and side roads. The waymarking of the route includes the designation “Thuringian city chain” with the central pictogram of a cyclist Highlights: -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest backpacking trail in Eisenach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest backpacking trail in Eisenach is Thüringer Städtekette (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 141.1 mi long.
Which backpacking trail has the most elevation gain in Eisenach?
Eisenach: With an ascent of 17,851 ft, Rennsteig-Radwanderweg (Radfernweg) has the most elevation gain of all of the backpacking trails in the area. The next highest ascent for backpacking trails is Thüringer Städtekette (Radfernweg) with 11,154 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Eisenach?
The most popular and difficult backpacking trail in Eisenach is Elisabeth Trail 2 Stage 1: Eisenach to Ifta with a 3.5-star rating from 7 reviews.
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