Best historic site trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne

Popular, legendary hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. The legendary Drachenschlucht south of Eisenach inspires both hikers and geologists. From the southern entrance at the Hohe Sonne, the hike leads through the narrow gorge on sturdy footbridges over the fairy grotto and along a rushing stream. Nature shows its full charm here. The name of the gorge comes from Eisenach's patron saint, Saint George, also known as the dragon slayer, which is why there are numerous myths and legends about...

Panoramic hike in the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve The hike begins at the Wartburg P1 car park, which is subject to a charge. The route first follows the road for a short distance before climbing up to Wartburgblick. From here, the magnificent view over the Thuringian Forest can be enjoyed before the route winds its way through the nature reserve. It passes the Elfengrotte grotto before finally reaching the Drachenschlucht gorge. This is a 3 kilometre long gorge to the south of...

Popular loop, in Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve, Thuringia This is a great loop through the Thuringian Forest, which has a lot to offer from the beautiful town of Eisenach to the historic Wartburg Castle and natural attractions such as the Drachenschlucht. A special sight along the route is the "Wilde Sau" stone cross, which was erected in 1483 and is the oldest of its kind on the Rennsteig. Attention: The Drachenschlucht can be closed at short notice due to the weather. The path can...

Varied hike in the Wartburg nature reserve - hohe Sonne. This hike begins at the southern end of the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve and first leads through the well-known Drachenschlucht. In the further course, the route also passes the Wartburg and some great vantage points from which you can see the vastness of the Thuringian Forest. Highlights: - Landgrave Gorge - Dragon Canyon - Warburg

Popular hike in the Thuringian Forest This great hike starts at the parking lot at the Hohe Sonne grill and promises a lot of variety. Nature lovers get their money's worth in the Drachenschlucht, an approx. 3 km long and in places only 68 cm wide gorge. A real jewel for those interested in culture and history is waiting above the city of Eisenach: The Wartburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whose history dates back to the Middle Ages and which is best known for the fact that Martin Luther...

Popular, varied loop through the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve, Thuringia. The hike starts in Eisenach's old town, which is well worth seeing, right by the railway station, and leads up to Wartburg Castle. It is well worth a visit here and there are refreshment stops and bathrooms. The route then leads to the fantastic, wild and romantic Drachenschlucht gorge. Over wooden planks or gratings, the route leads directly over a stream and between the moss-covered, gigantic stones. There...

Exciting, varied circular hike in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Numerous sights and idyllic nature experiences await you on this short but interesting tour. Through the Thuringian Forest and the Wartburg-Hohe Sonne nature reserve, you can hike along historical sights and get incredible views. Highlights of the route: - Wartburgallee - Eisenach Castle - Carl Alexander look - Wartburg - Schlossberg

Panoramic hike between Wartburg and Wilhelmsthal. The beautiful nature of the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve can be explored on this challenging hike. Great views over the Thuringian Forest can be enjoyed again and again. At the southernmost point of the route is the Wilhemlsthaler See, from which a small detour to Wilhelmsthal Castle is possible.