Best trails near Burg Gleißberg
4.8(38 reviews)
Want to check out Burg Gleißberg from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Burg Gleißberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (18)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Saale valley, Thuringia. This 14 km long hike leads up to Jena's local mountain. The ascent to the Jenzig, which is one of the "Seven Wonders of Jena", is tough, but once this challenge has been mastered, the great views can be enjoyed in a relaxed manner for the rest of the way. Highlights of the hike: - Jenzig - Gleisberg - Views over the Saale valley
- 4.8 (10)·Moderate·2.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming, picturesque circular route in Kunitz near Jena, Thuringia. From the parking lot in Laasaner Straße, you walk through field and forest paths to the ruins of Kunitzburg, with beautiful views of the valley. Then it goes back over the vantage point Feldherren Hügel. Highlights of the circular route: - Kunitzburg ruins - Beautiful views - Commander's Hill
- 4.7 (9)·Hard·15 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Saale valley, Thuringia. This hike leads up to Jena's local mountain. The ascent to Jenzig, which is one of the "Seven Wonders of Jena", is tough, but once this challenge has been mastered, the great views can be enjoyed in a relatively relaxed manner for the rest of the way. Only at the FFH Windknolle on the way back is there a slight increase again. Highlights of the hike: - Jenzig - Gleisberg - Views over the Saale valley - FFH TH 123 wind bulbs
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Burg Gleißberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Burg Gleißberg is Jenzig and Gleisberg, which has a 4.5 star rating from 18 reviews. This trail is 8.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,230 ft.
What is the longest trail near Burg Gleißberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Burg Gleißberg is Kernberge from Lichtenhain. This trail is estimated to be 19.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Burg Gleißberg?
Burg Gleißberg: With an ascent of 3,480 ft, Kernberge from Lichtenhain has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rundweg Jena with 2,309 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Burg Gleißberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Burg Gleißberg is Rundweg Jena with a 4.7-star rating from 9 reviews.
