Best trail running trails in Erfurt
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Explore the most popular trail running trails near Erfurt 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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- 4.6 (23)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrIdyllic loop in the Steigerwald forest in Erfurt, Thuringia. The Steigerwald nature reserve is located on the southern outskirts of the city and is ideal for an active excursion away from the city center. The forest has several hiking trails. The loop follows the "Rotes Rad" hiking trail. Only the last section is not part of the route, but the trails join together as a loop. Highlights: - Great oasis in the city - idyllic forest paths
- 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...
- 4.7 (8)·Easy·2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis path starts at the street An der Silberhütte. It makes a few curves before heading to Stern via Sternstrasse. From there it goes via the Steinbrücksweg to the Hopfengrund, which leads north again. It is a relatively short, easy trail that is well suited for exploring the Erfurt Steigerwald.
- 4.8 (5)·Easy·2.5 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly nature trail near Erfurt, Thuringia. The nature trail 2 runs 4 km through the Erfurt Steigerwald. On several information boards you learn exciting things about the local flora and fauna. Two small ponds are also hidden in the dense forest. You can have a picnic at the Quellteich hut. Highlights of the hike: - several information boards - Steigerwald - Quellteich with Quellteich hut - Grosser Waldhausteich - Fox farm - Wiese at the Wachsenburgblick nature reserve
- 4.1 (4)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrAnnual running event in the Steigerwald forest in Erfurt, Thuringia. This is the 13-kilometer route of the annual Steigerlauf in Erfurt's Steigerwald forest. There are various route lengths and registration takes place at Lauf- und Triathlon- Verein Erfurt e.V. The route can of course also be used as a leisurely walking route, starting at the Waldkasino and passing the beautiful view of the cathedral. Idyllic city forest paths lead past the meadow at Wachsenburgblick, the Martinsbusch with...
- 4.9 (7)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrRelaxed city walk in Erfurt, Thuringia. This relaxed loop trail begins at Erfurt's Nordpark in Andreasvorstadt. You walk or run along the Gera to the Auenteich, which you circle before heading back towards the Nordpark on the opposite bank of the Gera. Highlights of the walk: - Gera - Auenteich - Erfurt North Park
- 4.2 (6)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrShort historical walk in Erfurt, Thuringia. This beautiful round takes you through the Erfurt Garden and Leisure Park (egapark). There is parking space available here, as well as the option of arriving by public transport. Highlights of the tour: - Erfurt garden exhibition - Large meadow - fairground - Dalien show - Children's farm - Japanese rock and water garden - People's Observatory - Garden Tree Museum - Phillips Meadow - Rose Garden
- 3.4 (10)·Hard·30.2 mi·Est. 13–14 hrPopular long-distance hike near Erfurt, Thuringia This route follows the official route of the event "Mega March Erfurt" from 2019. In addition to natural attractions such as the idyllic Aspenbusch nature reserve or the Hohenfelden reservoir, this tour also has some cultural sights. There are many parking spaces along the route, so that only individual sections of the 50 km long route can be hiked if necessary. There are places to stop for a break. More information on the "Mega March" event...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest running trail in Erfurt?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Erfurt is Megamarsch Erfurt 2019. This trail is estimated to be 30.2 mi long.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Erfurt?
Erfurt: With an ascent of 3,730 ft, Megamarsch Erfurt 2019 has the most elevation gain of all of the running trails in the area. The next highest ascent for running trails is Steigerlauf 13km with 1,072 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult running trail in Erfurt?
The most popular and difficult running trail in Erfurt is Megamarsch Erfurt 2019 with a 3.4-star rating from 10 reviews.
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- Schutzhütte am Quellteich
- NaturErlebnisGarten - Fuchsfarm
- Walkstrom (Gera)
- Flutgraben (Gera)
- Breitstrom (Gera)
- Bergstrom (Gera)
- Militärarrestanstalt
- Bonifatiuskapelle
- Bastion Leonhard
- Bastion Franz
- Forsthaus Willrode
- Thüringer Grenzstein-Lapidarium
- Bastion Philipp
- St Thomas' Church
- Petersberg Citadel
- Sankt Severi
- Kaisersaal
- Mikwe
- Erfurt Cathedral
- Erthal-Obelisk