Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)
100% of reviewers say this trail is easy
3.4miLength
610ftElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Loop
Official hiking trail in the Hainich National Park
This beautiful route starts at the Harsberg hiking parking lot and leads along a wide path slightly uphill into the national park.
There are two options for the way back to the starting point: the short route leads within the national park via the primeval forest path back to the parking lot. The longer route leads out of the national park across meadows and fields past a worthwhile viewpoint with an impressive view over the Werra valley. The border between the national park and the nature park is hard to miss. Directly behind the border, the beech forest is used intensively for forestry.
Highlights of the hike:
- High road
- Stone table
- Early bloomers
- Mülverstedter cross
- Wild garlic
- At the Kalkgrund
- Plaque commemorating the plane crash
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 3.4-mile loop trail near Lauterbach, Thuringia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 37 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)?
Expected weather for Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 65 degrees/showers
- Sun, September 20 - 61 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 59 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 62 degrees/foggy
- Wed, September 23 - 66 degrees/clear
Where is Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) located?
Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) is a trail located in Hainich National Park.
How hard is Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)?
Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) is considered an easy hike that covers 3.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 610 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)?
Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) is considered an easy hike that covers 3.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 610 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) a loop?
Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) is a loop trail that covers 3.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 610 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)?
Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) is a loop trail that covers 3.4 mi, with an elevation gain of 610 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)?
Dogs may be allowed on Bummelkuppenweg (kurz). Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there forests at Bummelkuppenweg (kurz)?
Yes, Bummelkuppenweg (kurz) is a forest trail in Hainich National Park.
Last updated on September 9, 2026 at 10:49 pm GMT+0