Best paved trails in Thuringia
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- 5.0 (7)·Moderate·20.3 mi·Est. 9.5–10 hrPopular cycle route in the Eichsfeld - Hainich - Werratal Nature Park, Thuringia A well-developed cycle path along the route of the former cannon railway from Dingelstädt to Frieda. In the past, railway lines that had a strategic military purpose were known as "Kanonenbahn" ("cannon railways"). The route can be extended individually as it is connected to many other popular cycle routes, including the Unstrut-Hahle Cycle Route, the Unstrut Cycle Route and the Werratal Cycle Route. The...
- 4.9 (3)·Moderate·18.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrStage 5 of the Unstrut cycle path. The penultimate day's stage of the Unstrut cycle path leads from Artern on almost 30km to the stage destination Nebra. The Bottendorfer Mühle is worth a stop, where you can rent a boat and get to know the Unstrut from a different perspective. You should also take a closer look at picturesque Memleben, which is located on the “Romanesque Road”. The last part is then covered through the Saale-Unstrut-Triasland nature park before finally reaching...
- 3.6 (2)·Easy·1.3 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly walk in Gera, Thuringia. The Hofwiesenpark, which includes an indoor pool and the Friendship Stadium, is a popular destination for walkers and joggers in Gera. This almost 2 km long loop along the Weisse Elster should also be easy for children to do. Highlights of the hike: - Hofwiesenpark - Weisse Elster - Hofwiesenbad Gera
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·92.3 mi·Est. 24 hr+Extensive, promising racing bike and motorcycle route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The route leads on roads through the idyllic nature of the Thuringian Forest. Along rivers and waterways, through small and large towns and past historical sights. Highlights of the circuit: - Gehren Castle - Rinnetalblick - Great Dreiherrenstein
- Hard·97.2 mi·Est. 24 hr+This extensive cycle tour explores the picturesque heart of Thuringia, starting and finishing in the historic city of Erfurt. The route leads through a gently rolling landscape of fertile river valleys and dense forests on a mixture of quiet country roads and well-maintained cycle paths. The route is physically challenging due to its considerable distance and cumulative elevation gain, requiring good stamina for the long climbs. Erfurt itself is a city steeped in history, known as the place...
- Hard·26.6 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hr4th partial stage of the official Saaleradweg long-distance cycle route from the Saale source to the mouth of the Elbe The long-distance cycle path is an official cycle path of the Saaleradweg eV and is signposted with the pictogram of a cyclist on a blue stripe and the text "Saale". The long-distance cycle path runs on cycle path D-Route 11, which runs from the Baltic Sea to Upper Bavaria. The route is also part of the R1 European cycle route (France / Russia) and the EuroVelo2 (Ireland /...
- Hard·127 mi·Est. 24 hr+Great cycling marathon on beautiful roads, through beautiful nature. This route follows the cycle marathon route of the Erfurter Impuls RTF (Radtourenfahrt), a traditional organized cycling event. Designed for racing bikes, this is an extreme endurance challenge. The route is almost entirely paved and follows public roads on a huge loop through the hilly countryside of Thuringia. Expect a relentless day with plenty of climbs and descents as the route explores the picturesque surroundings.
- Moderate·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrInteresting hiking trail in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Thuringia. A beautiful and short route, but with space for the whole solar system! There are display boards at regular intervals that deal with the sun and its planets and also have quiz questions. To keep to the correct order, it is best to start in Kaltensundheim. There are ice cream parlours and restaurants at the finish. There is a bus stop "Kaltensundheim, Gymnasium" at the starting point, so traveling there by public transport is...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest paved trail in Thuringia?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest paved trail in Thuringia is Erfurt Impuls RTF Marathon Route. This trail is estimated to be 127.0 mi long.
Which paved trail has the most elevation gain in Thuringia?
Thuringia: With an ascent of 14,192 ft, Thüringer Waldzauber has the most elevation gain of all of the paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for paved trails is Erfurt Impuls RTF Marathon Route with 12,080 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult paved trail in Thuringia?
The most popular and difficult paved trail in Thuringia is Thüringer Waldzauber with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.
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