Gera City Forest Loop
11.3miLength
1,558ftElevation gain
5–5.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Extensive round at Gera, Thuringia.
This tour starts near Gera main station. You walk through the forest and across fields until you reach the rails and follow their course west to Töppeln. From there it goes to Nesselkoppe and to Windischen Bernsdorf. If you still have a thirst for discovery, you can visit the zoo in Gera, which is on the way between Windischenbernsdorf and the destination. Along villas, the climbing garden and the dahlia garden, it then goes back to Gera. There you will find numerous places to stop for refreshments.
Highlights:
- Zoo Gera
- Schulenburg House with Van de Velde Museum
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Top sights
Schloss Osterstein
Ruins
Daliengarten Gera
Garden
Stadtwaldtor Am Tierpark
Attraction
Eichberg
Peak
Nesselkoppe
Peak
Agneskreuz
Attraction
Stadtwaldtor Fuchsklamm
Attraction
Waldhausbrücke
Attraction
Stadtwaldtor Torstenson-Eiche
Attraction
Waldkolonie Feodora
Archaeological site
Wellensittich
Attraction
Kaninchen
Attraction
Ziervogelvoliere
Attraction
Chinchilla
Attraction
Meerschweinchen
Attraction
Goldkopflöwenäffchen und Agutis
Attraction
Top sights
Schloss Osterstein
Ruins
Daliengarten Gera
Garden
Stadtwaldtor Am Tierpark
Attraction
Eichberg
Peak
Nesselkoppe
Peak
Agneskreuz
Attraction
Stadtwaldtor Fuchsklamm
Attraction
Waldhausbrücke
Attraction
Stadtwaldtor Torstenson-Eiche
Attraction
Waldkolonie Feodora
Archaeological site
Wellensittich
Attraction
Kaninchen
Attraction
Ziervogelvoliere
Attraction
Chinchilla
Attraction
Meerschweinchen
Attraction
Goldkopflöwenäffchen und Agutis
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 11.3-mile loop trail near Gera, Thuringia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 51 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Gera City Forest Loop?
Expected weather for Gera City Forest Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 65 degrees/showers
- Sun, September 20 - 63 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 61 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 62 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 69 degrees/clear
Where is Gera City Forest Loop located?
Gera City Forest Loop is a trail located in Gera, Thuringia, Germany.
How hard is Gera City Forest Loop?
Gera City Forest Loop is considered a hard hike that covers 11.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,558 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Gera City Forest Loop?
Gera City Forest Loop is considered a hard hike that covers 11.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,558 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Gera City Forest Loop a loop?
Gera City Forest Loop is a loop trail that covers 11.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,558 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 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 Gera City Forest Loop?
Gera City Forest Loop is a loop trail that covers 11.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,558 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 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 Gera City Forest Loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Gera City Forest Loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Gera City Forest Loop?
Gera City Forest Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Gera City Forest Loop?
According to trailgoers, Gera City Forest Loop is usually somewhat busy. Gera City Forest Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there forests at Gera City Forest Loop?
Yes, Gera City Forest Loop is a forest trail.
Are there wildflowers at Gera City Forest Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Gera City Forest Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 12, 2026 at 12:36 am GMT+0