Best camping trails in Ilmenau
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Explore the most popular camping trails near Ilmenau 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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- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·32.4 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrStage 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: -...
- 4.3 (2)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried hike in the Thuringian Forest. This hike is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Ilmenau. Great views, idyllic meadows and impressive quarries await. It is also possible to learn a lot about the work of Goethe - there is the GoetheStadtMuseum Ilmenau and the Goethemuseum Stützerbach with its original living and working room. The walk is marked with a water wheel with crossed tools. From the entrance to Stützerbach, however, there are no more path markings. It is very easy to...
- Easy·20 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrGreat 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 -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest camping trail in Ilmenau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest camping trail in Ilmenau is Ilmtal-Radweg Etappe 1: Allzunah - Kranichfeld. This trail is estimated to be 32.4 mi long.
Which camping trail has the most elevation gain in Ilmenau?
Ilmenau: With an ascent of 2,933 ft, Ilmtal-Radweg Etappe 1: Allzunah - Kranichfeld has the most elevation gain of all of the camping trails in the area. The next highest ascent for camping trails is Über Kickelhahn und Großen Hermannstein with 2,864 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult camping trail in Ilmenau?
The most popular and difficult camping trail in Ilmenau is Über Kickelhahn und Großen Hermannstein with a 4.8-star rating from 3 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Kleiner Dreiherrnstein
- Goethehäuschen
- Langebachskopf
- Pindarsquelle
- Emmastein
- Marienquelle
- Finsteres Loch
- Vorderer Erbskopf
- Endleichtor
- Sophiengrotte
- Historische Jagdanlage auf dem Kickelhahn
- Heusingersches Stift
- Schwalbenstein
- Veronikaberg
- Kickelhahn
- Wolfsgraben
- Kickelhahnturm
- Manebacher Kuhtränke
- Sitzender Goethe
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