Best river trails in Eisenach
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Explore the most popular river trails near Eisenach 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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- 4.7 (171)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop 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 highly...
- 4.6 (144)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular, legendary hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. The legendary Drachenschlucht south of Eisenach inspires both hikers and geologists. From the southern entrance at the Hohe Sonne, the hike leads through the narrow gorge on sturdy footbridges over the fairy grotto and along a rushing stream. Nature shows its full charm here. The name of the gorge comes from Eisenach's patron saint, Saint George, also known as the dragon slayer, which is why there are numerous myths and legends about...
- 4.6 (47)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrGreat loop in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. A beautiful and not too long loop in wild and romantic nature. The "Elfengrotte" - a steep wall here in the layered landscape, idyllic ponds and a detour to a small waterfall await. Start at the signpost for the Mariental hiking trails. A little further up the main road, there is a pay and display car park. Highlights: - wild and romantic Dragon Gorge - Knöpfel ponds - "Elf Grotto" natural monument
- 4.5 (53)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest The highlight of this beautiful route is the famous Drachenschlucht ("dragon canyon"), around 3 km long and only 68 cm wide at the narrowest point. Here you hike on narrow paths along exciting rock formations (sturdy shoes are an advantage). The route continues through the Landgrafenschlucht and along the historic wine route to the Marienblick viewpoint. There you have a wonderful view over the Mariental, the tops of the Thuringian...
- 4.7 (19)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hike in the Thuringian Forest This great hike starts at the parking lot at the Hohe Sonne grill and promises a lot of variety. Nature lovers get their money's worth in the Drachenschlucht, an approx. 3 km long and in places only 68 cm wide gorge. A real jewel for those interested in culture and history is waiting above the city of Eisenach: The Wartburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whose history dates back to the Middle Ages and which is best known for the fact that Martin Luther...
- 4.6 (8)·Easy·1.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort, charming hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. A beautiful circular route in the Thuringian Forest in the forests with gorges nature reserve between Wartburg and Hohe Sonne. The Drachenschlucht is particularly impressive. In the cool, damp gorge you can explore mosses, small ferns, rock snails and copepods, among other things. Highlights of the circular route: - Picturesque natural landscape - Elf Grotto - Button stitches - Dragon Canyon - Magnificent views - Interesting flora and...
- 4.7 (24)·Hard·10.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, varied loop through the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve, Thuringia. The hike starts in Eisenach's old town, which is well worth seeing, right by the railway station, and leads up to Wartburg Castle. It is well worth a visit here and there are refreshment stops and bathrooms. The route then leads to the fantastic, wild and romantic Drachenschlucht gorge. Over wooden planks or gratings, the route leads directly over a stream and between the moss-covered, gigantic stones. There...
- 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...
- 3.6 (5)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrChallenging and eventful loop 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 is named...
- 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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Eisenach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Eisenach is Thüringer Städtekette (Radfernweg). This trail is estimated to be 141.1 mi long.
Which river 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 river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Thüringer Städtekette (Radfernweg) with 11,154 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Eisenach?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Eisenach is Eisenach - Drachenstein - Hohe Sonne with a 4.7-star rating from 24 reviews.
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