Best trail running trails in Thuringian Slate Mountains/Upper Saale Nature Park

This relaxed route leads through two of the most important park landscapes in Markkleeberg, a town on the southern edge of Leipzig. The trail opens up Goethepark and the adjacent Herfurthpark (part of the agra park) and runs along a combination of well-maintained park paths, soundproofed forest trails and asphalted promenades. A central highlight is the classicist "White House" in Herfurthpark and the striking Eagle Gate. Kingfishers, grey herons and various species of songbirds can be...

Popular circular hike with great views over the Saalescheife. The short circular hiking trail starts at the town hall in Ziegenrück. A small detour to Ziegenrück Castle is recommended. From here it goes over several vantage points such as the Ilsenblick and Reißerts Ruh once around the Lasterberg. You can enjoy wonderful distant views.

Idyllic, pleasant loop in the Slate Mountains, Thuringia. The loop leads on small paths uphill through lush natural forests. Here it goes past several vantage points, so offers a good view of the Bleilochtalsperre from a bench. The view from Heinrichstein is also particularly beautiful. It is not possible to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: - View from the Henrichstein to Saale loop - Natural paths in the slate mountains - Idyllic nature and picturesque landscape - View of...

This spectacular route leads through the deeply incised Sormitz Valley in the Slate Mountains and combines archaeological history with industrial architecture. The trail takes in the ruins of the former robber baron's castle of Wysburg and leads to one of Germany's most impressive technical monuments: the Ziemestal Bridge. The route follows a challenging mixture of narrow forest paths, steep climbs and gravel paths along the former railroad line. A central highlight is the view of the...

Popular loop trail in the Thuringian Slate Mountains/Upper Saale Nature Park, Thuringia. A beautiful loop trail north of the Eichicht reservoir. You walk through the forest the entire time. On the way back there is a longer but never overly steep climb to the Steinhuegel. Highlights of the hike: - Hohenwarte - Klinkhardtshoehe - Steinhuegel - Eichicht reservoir - Saale Valley

Popular loop trail in the Thuringian Slate Mountains/Obere Saale Nature Park, Thuringia. The Hohenwart loop trail H2 "Nature and Structure" offers the best conditions for a varied hike: some steep descents and ascents, quiet forest paths, great views of the Saale valley and of course the mighty dam walls of the upper basin and the Hohenwart reservoir. At Loehma, the hike leads along a moderately busy road for a moment, but otherwise there is a lot of peace and solitude waiting. Highlights...

Panoramic and varied hike in Harra, Thuringia. A beautiful loop that starts at Harra train station, passes Harra Castle and leads into the forest with a fairly steep ascent. The route follows the Alpensteig along the Saale through shady forest paths and back again at Saaldorf. Highlights of the circular route: - Along the Saale - Harra Castle - Beautiful views - Shady forest paths

Popular circular hiking trail in Thuringia This hike opens up beautiful views of the Bleilochtalsperre. You can also find out a lot of exciting information about mushrooms on the mushroom adventure trail. Information on the structure, development and diversity of mushrooms is conveyed at 13 different stations. Incidentally, you can also enjoy wonderful views of the Saale.

Family-friendly hiking trail in the Franconian Forest Nature Park, Bavaria. Idyllic forest sections, stream meadows, several picnic areas near the river and exciting information boards - this 5 km long loop has all the ingredients for a relaxed tour in the midst of beautiful nature. Wonderfully suitable for a sporty run or a leisurely walk with the family! Highlights of the hike: - Deer Park - Information boards - idyllic picnic areas - Green Ribbon Bridge and Alum Mine - Views of the Saxon...