Best trails near Fürstenbrunnen

Stage 1 of the “SaaleHorizontale” long-distance hiking trail, Thuringia. This is the first stage of the certified SaaleHorizontale quality trail, a wonderful trail through the Saale valley with start and finish in Jena. The first stage of the long-distance hiking trail starts in Jena and ends in Ziegenhain. Since it is sometimes quite steep uphill and you hike close to steep rocks, especially in the Pennickental area, this hike is classified as challenging. Fantastic views of the university...

Breathtaking mountain bike tour near Jena, Thuringia. This is a beautiful mountain bike route for advanced riders. It offers marvellous views. Rugged rock faces make this route something special. The route starts and ends at the railway station, so it is possible to travel to and from the station by public transport. The route runs along the shell limestone cliffs, some of the trails there are only wafer-thin. A head for heights and strong nerves are a must! The rewards are the magnificent...

Varied long-distance hiking trail near Jena, Thuringia. The SaaleHorizontale long-distance hiking trail, which has been recognised as a quality trail by the German Hiking Association, offers plenty of culture and unspoilt nature over a good 70 km. The hike, which is usually completed in four daily stages, leads through the beautiful Saale valley, characterised by imposing shell limestone slopes and magnificent beech forests. Castles, castle ruins and over twenty viewpoints await along the...