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Best forest trails in Hainich National Park

Best forest trails in Hainich National Park

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Germany
#14 of 16 national parks

Where the Soviet troops trained during the Cold War, you can now enjoy a piece of primeval forest. There are plenty of beech trees to admire over an area of 7500 hectares, which have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. The forest is gradually becoming wild again here, and in the middle of the national park, between the massive copper beeches, the moss-covered trunks and the furry, earthy scent, you feel as if you are in another world.

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The National Park Center at Thiemsburg Castle takes its visitors into the world of nature. Watch wildcats on the hunt, peer through the treetops or look under the fallen leaves - everything is possible. From April to October, the visitor center is open daily from 10 am to 7 pm. Between November and March, daily from 10 am to 4 pm.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best forest trail to hike in Hainich National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best forest trail to hike in Hainich National Park is Feensteig im Märchenwald, which has a 4.3 star rating from 23 reviews. This trail is 1.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 200 ft.

What is the longest forest trail in Hainich National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Hainich National Park is Von Creuzburg nach Bad Langensalza durch den NP Hainich (Gelbe Route). This trail is estimated to be 21.8 mi long.

How many forest trails are in Hainich National Park?

There are 27 forest trails in Hainich National Park.These forest trails have an average 4.2-star ratingfrom 128 AllTrails community reviews.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Hainich National Park?

Von Creuzburg nach Bad Langensalza durch den NP Hainich (Gelbe Route) has the most elevation gain for forest trails with 2,099 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Eigenriden nach Behringen über den Rennsteig, which has 2,024 ft of elevation gain.