Best walking trails in Thuringian Slate Mountains/Upper Saale Nature Park

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/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...

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...

Promising walk to the Bockfelsen viewpoint. The route leads through extensive fields before it goes through a quiet forest section to the Bockfelsen. From here you have a unique view of the Blue Ribbon of the Saale, the Hopfenmühle campsite and Neidenberga Castle. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes

Great circular route through the low mountain range of the Thuringian Forest near Saalfeld, Thuringia The short round begins "Am Steiger". Those arriving by car can park at the Saalfeld Education Center. The route leads steadily uphill through the Thuringian Forest in the direction of "Mittlere Gartekuppe". We continue towards "Hintere Gartenkuppe" with great views and finally return relaxed. Optionally, of course, one of the mountains can be climbed. Highlights: - Landscape of the...