Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar
15.7miLength
1,122ftElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Point to point
3rd stage of the long-distance cycle route Thuringian city chain from Eisenach to Altenburg
The term Thuringian chain of cities describes a 130-kilometer-long imaginary line on which the six largest cities in the state of Thuringia line up in an easterly direction. The long-distance cycle path has mostly flat terrain and mostly leads on paved dirt roads and side roads. The waymarking of the route includes the designation “Thuringian city chain” with the central pictogram of a cyclist
Highlights:
- Explore the historic city center of Erfurt
- visit the Belvedere Palace in Weimar
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Top sights
Wittumspalais
Castle
Breitstrom (Gera)
River
Brunnen am Lesemuseum
Attraction
Kaisersaal
Attraction
Mikwe
Archaeological site
Allerheiligenkirche
Attraction
Merchants' Bridge
Attraction
Rathaus Erfurt
Attraction
Collegium Maius
Attraction
Theatrum Mundi
Attraction
Zum Breiten Herd
Attraction
Predigerkirche
Attraction
Stadtschloss
Castle
Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul
Attraction
Brunnen am Graben
Attraction
Großes Hospital
Attraction
Löwenbrunnen
Attraction
Bodebrunnen
Attraction
Geleitbrunnen
Attraction
Spucken und Schlucken
Attraction
Bürgerschulbrunnen
Attraction
Kasseturm
Tower
Herdergarten
Garden
Muschelbrunnen
Attraction
Biedermeiergarten
Garden
Herderbrunnen
Attraction
Herderbrunnen;Herder-Brunnen
Attraction
ehem. Wilhelm-Ernst-Gymnasium
Attraction
Delphinbrunnen
Attraction
Palmenhaus
Attraction
St. Mary Magdalene Chapel
Attraction
Neptunbrunnen
Attraction
DHV Haus
Building
Top sights
Wittumspalais
Castle
Breitstrom (Gera)
River
Brunnen am Lesemuseum
Attraction
Kaisersaal
Attraction
Mikwe
Archaeological site
Allerheiligenkirche
Attraction
Merchants' Bridge
Attraction
Rathaus Erfurt
Attraction
Collegium Maius
Attraction
Theatrum Mundi
Attraction
Zum Breiten Herd
Attraction
Predigerkirche
Attraction
Stadtschloss
Castle
Stadtkirche St. Peter und Paul
Attraction
Brunnen am Graben
Attraction
Großes Hospital
Attraction
Löwenbrunnen
Attraction
Bodebrunnen
Attraction
Geleitbrunnen
Attraction
Spucken und Schlucken
Attraction
Bürgerschulbrunnen
Attraction
Kasseturm
Tower
Herdergarten
Garden
Muschelbrunnen
Attraction
Biedermeiergarten
Garden
Herderbrunnen
Attraction
Herderbrunnen;Herder-Brunnen
Attraction
ehem. Wilhelm-Ernst-Gymnasium
Attraction
Delphinbrunnen
Attraction
Palmenhaus
Attraction
St. Mary Magdalene Chapel
Attraction
Neptunbrunnen
Attraction
DHV Haus
Building
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 15.7-mile point-to-point trail near Erfurt, Thuringia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 5 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, road biking, and bike touring, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Expected weather for Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 65 degrees/showers
- Sun, September 20 - 64 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 62 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 70 degrees/clear
Where is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar located?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a trail located in Erfurt, Thuringia, Germany.
How hard is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is considered an easy hike that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,122 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is considered an easy hike that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,122 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar a point to point trail?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a point to point trail that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,122 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a point to point trail that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,122 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Dogs may be allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there rivers at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Yes, Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is near Breitstrom (Gera).
Is road biking allowed at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Road biking is allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar.
Is backpacking allowed at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Backpacking is allowed on Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is partially paved.
Are there forests at Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar?
Yes, Thüringer Städtekette Etappe 3: Erfurt - Weimar is a forest trail.
Last updated on September 6, 2026 at 2:57 am GMT+0