Best trails near Elisabethplan
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Want to check out Elisabethplan from the trail? Good news: 10 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 10 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Elisabethplan are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (42)·Hard·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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...
- 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...
- 4.7 (24)·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...
- 4.4 (12)·Moderate·7.6 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route connects one of the most spectacular natural monuments in Thuringia with the most important symbol of German history. The trail leads from the Rennsteig Pass at the Hohe Sonne parking lot down into the fascinating Drachenschlucht gorge, where the path winds over gratings directly above the stream through crevices, some of which are only shoulder-wide. After the ascent out of the gorge, the trail leads across the Sängerwiese meadow up to Wartburg Castle, which towers majestically...
- 3.5 (10)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting, 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
- 2.7 (4)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic and historical 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 circular tour starts from the parking lot at the Wartburg. There are many beautiful views along this route. Highlights of the circular route: - Picturesque natural landscape - Warburg - Paulinenhöhe - Fraternity monument - Magnificent views
- 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Elisabethplan?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Elisabethplan. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Elisabethplan?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Elisabethplan is Eisenach, Wartburg, Drachenschlucht, which has a 4.6 star rating from 42 reviews. This trail is 8.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,387 ft.
What is the longest trail near Elisabethplan?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Elisabethplan is Von der Wartburg zum Kloster Allendorf. This trail is estimated to be 17.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Elisabethplan?
Elisabethplan: With an ascent of 1,906 ft, Von der Wartburg zum Kloster Allendorf has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Eisenach - Drachenstein - Hohe Sonne with 1,820 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Elisabethplan?
The most popular and difficult trail near Elisabethplan is Eisenach, Wartburg, Drachenschlucht with a 4.6-star rating from 42 reviews.
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