Best trails near Gickelhahn

Varied loop in the Thuringian Forest This family-friendly hike leads through the nature reserve "Forests with gorges between Wartburg and Hohe Sonne" and connects the two gorges "Drachenschlucht" and "Landgrafenschlucht". In particular, the legendary Drachenschlucht is one of the most popular excursion and hiking destinations in the region. The rock formation, which is unique in Thuringia, is three kilometers long and at its narrowest point is less than 70 cm. Sturdy shoes are highly...

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...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest The highlight of this beautiful route is the famous Drachenschlucht ("dragon canyon"), around 3 km long and only 68 cm wide at the narrowest point. Here you hike on narrow paths along exciting rock formations (sturdy shoes are an advantage). The route continues through the Landgrafenschlucht and along the historic wine route to the Marienblick viewpoint. There you have a wonderful view over the Mariental, the tops of the Thuringian...

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...

This route follows the first stage of the Rennsteig and connects Hörschel on the River Werra with Ruhla along a first section steeped in history. The walk leads from the banks of the Werra up into the Thuringian Forest, offering sweeping views and passing historic landmarks such as the ‘Wilde Sau’ stone cross and the Vachaer Stein. A particular highlight is the Hohe Sonne rest stop, which offers an impressive view of Wartburg Castle. Traditionally, hikers collect a pebble from the Werra at...

This 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...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest This is a wonderful circular hike through the Drachenschlucht and Landgrafenschlucht. It is not for nothing that the Drachenschlucht is one of the most popular natural attractions in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. Wild rock formations and extremely narrow paths make the hike through the legendary gorge a unique experience for all hikers. Panoramic views over the Thuringian Forest and up to the Wartburg are available, for example, at...

Varied, promising circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. On the easy-to-walk circular hiking trail on the Rennsteig, you can see the Hörselberge, Inselsberg, Drachenstein and Wartburg. The circular hiking trail on the Rennsteig offers beautiful panoramas of Thuringia in one hike. Highlights of the round: - Fantastic panoramic views - Picturesque landscape - Idyllic nature