Best historic site trails in Lehesten
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Lehesten with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.5 (3)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Thuringian Slate Mountains/Upper Saale Nature Park, Thuringia. This beautiful loop trail leads from Lehesten to the Wetzstein. In addition to the Wetzsteinhuette, you can also look forward to great views here, which you can enjoy particularly well from the almost 36 m high Altvaterturm. Highlights of the hike: - Altvaterturm with playground - Wetzstein - Wetzsteinhuette (note opening hours) - nice picnic benches
- 4.6 (2)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, varied section of the Green Belt, Thuringia. This is a section of the Schieferweg circular hiking trail on the "Green Belt" - Probstzella - Thuringian Forest. The Schieferweg connects interesting geotopes, technical monuments and museums that were created in the historic mining areas in the Thuringian Slate Mountains / Obere Saale Nature Park. Highlights of the route: - Agent lock - Saddle observation tower - Steinbachsmühle - Monument to the opening of the border
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Lehesten?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Lehesten is Grünes Band - Lehesten nach Probstzella. This trail is estimated to be 8.8 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Lehesten?
Lehesten: With an ascent of 1,194 ft, Grünes Band - Lehesten nach Probstzella has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Wetzstein Castle with 846 ft of elevation gain.
