Best river trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne
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Explore the most popular river trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.7 (144)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular, 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...
- 4.7 (19)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.6 (8)·Easy·1.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrShort, charming hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. A beautiful circular route in the Thuringian Forest in the forests with gorges nature reserve between Wartburg and Hohe Sonne. The Drachenschlucht is particularly impressive. In the cool, damp gorge you can explore mosses, small ferns, rock snails and copepods, among other things. Highlights of the circular route: - Picturesque natural landscape - Elf Grotto - Button stitches - Dragon Canyon - Magnificent views - Interesting flora and...
- 4.7 (25)·Hard·10.1 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, 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...
- Hard·17.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrPanoramic hike from the Wartburg to the Allendorf monastery. The beautiful nature of the Wartburg - Hohe Sonne nature reserve can be explored on this demanding hike. Great views over the Thuringian Forest can be enjoyed again and again. South of the nature reserve is the Wilhelmsthaler See, from which a small detour to Wilhelmsthal Castle is possible. The rest of the trail runs along fields and woodland to Allendorf Monastery. Highlights of the route: - Warburg - Wilhelmsthal Lake - Castle...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best river trail to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best river trail to hike in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne is Drachenschlucht, which has a 4.6 star rating from 144 reviews. This trail is 4.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 853 ft.
What is the longest river trail in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne is Von der Wartburg zum Kloster Allendorf. This trail is estimated to be 17.2 mi long.
How many river trails are in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
There are 5 river trails in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne.These river trails have an average 4.7-star ratingfrom 197 AllTrails community reviews.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Naturschutzgebiet Wartburg - Hohe Sonne?
Von der Wartburg zum Kloster Allendorf has the most elevation gain for river trails with 1,906 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Eisenach - Drachenstein - Hohe Sonne, which has 1,820 ft of elevation gain.
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