Best bike touring trails in Ilmenau

Stage 1 of the Ilmtal cycle path. The first day's stage of the Ilm Valley Cycle Path leads from Allzunah over the high path of the Thuringian Forest through the climatic health resort of Stützerbach, where the Ilm rises from its sources. It goes via the university and Goethe city of Ilmenau through the Schortetal along the Ilmufer to the stage destination Kranichfeld. There are numerous historical landmarks, museums, and cities along the way that are well worth a stopover. Highlights: -...

Varied hike in Thuringia. From Ilmenau, follow the Ilm and Luther Trail in the direction of Gehren and Paulinzella. The hike leads once around the Brandenberg. The Paulinzella monastery invites you to rest, where there is a small museum that can be visited. You can also take a short break in Singen, where the historic Schmitt brewery is located. Finally you follow the Ilmradweg back to Ilmenau.

Diverse long-distance cycle path from Allzunah to Weichau. The Ilm Valley Cycle Path, certified by the ADFC with 4 stars, is a 120 km long long-distance cycle path along the Ilm, which leads from the Allzunah source of the Ilm to the mouth of the Ilm in Großheringen and to Kaatschen-Weichau an der Saale. The cycle path mostly leads over paved paths away from main roads. It is suitable for families with experienced children, but not for beginners due to the occasional incline. It is...

Great cycle path in the Thuringian Forest. This wonderful tour starts at Rennsteig railway station. Apart from the section on the Schleusenberg, the tour leads downhill and offers great views, idyllic lakes and plenty of opportunities for interesting detours into the surrounding area. It is nice to stop off at Café Helene in Heckengereuth. Take particular care on the section down to Schönbrunn, as there is more pedestrian and car traffic here. Highlights: - Schönbrunn Spice Museum -...

On the route there is an almost entirely paved bike path. Shortly before Schleusingen 1 km, 11% gradient short to 14% - for a great view over Schleusingen and over the motorway structure, the Schwarzkuppe viewpoint. From Vesser to the Stutenhaus max. 13% gradient - great view from above, further 4 km of forest road - also possible with racing bike.