Best views trails in Geratal
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Explore the most popular views trails near Geratal 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 (3)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful circular route in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. A beautiful route through the forests near Frankenhain and to the beautiful Lütsche reservoir. On the way, all about the millstones that are so important here, as well as about the local biotopes, mining and the power of water can be learned from the information boards. It is possible to stop for a bite to eat at the "Gasthaus" in nearby Gräfenroda. The starting point is in the centre of Frankenhain. There is a bus stop nearby...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrVaried hike with a few meters in altitude The hike begins in Dörnberg on the Wilden Gera. Following the Lütschegrund, the hike leads gently uphill to the Lütsche dam. From there it goes on to the Löffelbühlfelsen, whereby a short detour to the Loffelbühlfelsen viewpoint is recommended. The hike finally leads through several forest sections to the Zella-Mehlis train station.
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrRomantic primeval forest loop in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This natural route starts at the Jüchnitz, near the country school centre. The route initially heads south in an anti-clockwise direction, following the course of the stream. The spruce forest, which has grown on one side due to earlier mineral extraction, has been reforested and beech and fir trees are slowly reappearing and can flourish without human intervention. On wide forest paths, the trail leads along...
- Moderate·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrVaried climate trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia This interesting nature trail starts at the industrial park, near the Geratal-Klause. However, there is also a feeder route for train travellers. It goes anti-clockwise on this beautiful climate trail, which was created with the support of the German Weather Service, among others. Where else can one experience the microclimate of the local conditions while taking a relaxed stroll - consciously and with expert guidance from...
- Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly Geratal nature park circular route with beautiful views, Thuringia. This beautiful themed route is suitable for the whole family due to its short length and four-legged friends are also welcome. The start is at the Steintreppchen hiking car park. The route heads in a south-westerly direction to the shell limestone elevations of the Weißer Stein. As the tour is very popular, other visitors may be encountered - in which case dogs should be kept on a lead. The forest nature...
- Easy·6.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrChild-friendly nature trail near Geschwenda, Thuringia This nature trail starts at the "Steintreppchen" hiking car park. Over time, the "Naturparktor Geschwenda" ("Geschwenda Nature Park Gate") with information hut and nature park trail will also be built here. The route initially heads eastwards across the B88 main road, where some caution is required. Following the path in a clockwise direction, it later leads back into the beautiful nature park, crossing the main road a second...