Best forest trails in Heilbad Heiligenstadt

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#1 - TOP-Wanderweg Erlebnis Iberg
4.4 (10)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
A varied quality trail in the Eichsfeld-Hainich-Werratal Nature Park, Thuringia The TOP hiking trail Erlebnis Iberg is a certified quality hiking trail in the Heiligenstadt city forest. You hike through idyllic beech and yew forests and pass some cultural monuments that are well worth seeing. Magnificent views over the Eichsfeld and the nature park await you at the Ibergwarte, Maienwand and Elisabethhöhe viewpoints. The hike is well suited for families with slightly older children. Parts of...
#2 - Iberg Rundwanderweg (Gelber Balken)
4.1 (4)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
#3 - The Duen loop
4.9 (2)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Popular loop trail in the Eichsfeld - Hainich - Werratal nature park, Thuringia. The Duenrunde is one of the official Nordic walking routes in the city of Heiligenstadt. The route, which is a good 5.5 km long, leads steadily up and down through the beautiful Duen forest and is very popular with walkers, runners and Nordic walking enthusiasts. Highlights of the hike: - picturesque Duen forest - Duenkreuz - several information boards
#4 - Heiligenstadt Fürstenhagen Postreiterweg
4.6 (6)·Hard·18 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hr
Varied route near Heiligenstadt, Thuringia. This circular route begins at the Heilbad Heiligenstadt train station and is easily accessible by public transport. Highlights of the circular route: - Elisabethhöhe - Treehouse Fürstenhagen - Baroque garden Heilbad Heiligenstadt - Schierbach pond
#5 - Heiligenstadt Höhenrunde
4.0 (2)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
Accessible by bus and train. Refreshments.
#6 - Von Heiligenstadt über den Dün zum Stausee Birkungen
5.0 (1)·Moderate·30.8 mi·Est. 13–14.5 hr
Accessible by bus and train
#7 - MTB-Tour: Von Heiligenstadt zur Gobert
4.0 (1)·Hard·29.3 mi·Est. 13–14 hr
Those who take the effort will be rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view from the old border path towards the Werra Valley with Rotenstein Castle and Bad Soden-Allendorf in the background.
#8 - Rund um Geisleden und Kreuzebra
4.9 (2)·Hard·20.7 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hr
#9 - Dün Rundwanderweg (Gelber Balken)
4.5 (3)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hr
#10 - Heiligenstadt - Burg Scharfenstein - Herrenmühle
5.0 (1)·Hard·27.8 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hr
Demanding circular tour suitable for mountain bikes This round tour is ideal for bikes with good suspension. Overall it is a good mix of bike paths, gravel roads and dirt roads. Most of the route offers great views over the extensive landscape. The route begins and ends at Heiligenstadt train station.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Heilbad Heiligenstadt?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Heilbad Heiligenstadt is Von Heiligenstadt über Mühlhäuser und Landgraben. This trail is estimated to be 50.3 mi long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Heilbad Heiligenstadt?

Heilbad Heiligenstadt: With an ascent of 7,421 ft, Von Heiligenstadt über Mühlhäuser und Landgraben has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is MTB-Tour: Von Heiligenstadt zur Gobert with 4,101 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Heilbad Heiligenstadt?

The most popular and difficult forest trail in Heilbad Heiligenstadt is Heiligenstadt Fürstenhagen Postreiterweg with a 4.6-star rating from 6 reviews.