Best historic site trails in Ohrdruf
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Ohrdruf 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
- 4.1 (13)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrDistinctive loop near the Lütsche dam in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This special tour starts at the car park west of the Lütsche dam, near Ohrdruf. Some stamina, fitness and provisions should be brought for the route. The route initially runs in several loops along the southern bank of the dam, later circling the "Small Hohe Warte" and "Hohe Warte". It can be experienced at first hand how the raftsmen transported their timber here centuries ago, always with the diverse...
- 4.7 (5)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. The "Rund um Luisenthal" hiking trail offers numerous varied highlights: from the Adlersfelsen you can enjoy great views over the valley of the Ohra, those interested in history can linger at the Kaeferburg, a ruin of a high medieval fortress above Schwarzwald. On the way back you also pass the mighty dam wall of the Ohratalsperre. Highlights of the hike: - Adlersfelsen - Ruins of the Kaeferburg - Dam of the Ohratalsperre -...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis loop invites hikers to experience the beautiful northern slopes of the Thuringian Forest near Ohrdruf. Starting by the historical industrial monument of Tobiashammer, the path guides explorers through dense forests and along sparkling streams in the Ohra Valley. A gentle climb leads up toward the Gothaer Vereinshütte shelter, offering lovely viewpoints across the regional landscape. Walking here reveals a forest recovering with new tree plantings that are designed to withstand changing...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Ohrdruf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Ohrdruf is Lütsche-Flößergraben Rundwanderweg. This trail is estimated to be 8.7 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Ohrdruf?
Ohrdruf: With an ascent of 1,758 ft, Loop trail: Around Luisenthal has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Rundwanderweg - Walter Schütz with 1,525 ft of elevation gain.