Attractions in Thuringia

At its narrowest points Passage through the Drachenschlucht is only 70 cm wide, right and left towering mossy rock faces up to 10 m above the gurgling Marienbach. Over millions …read more

At 978 meters, the Schneekopf is the second highest elevation in Thuringia after the Great Beerberg (983 meters). From here you can enjoy magnificent views all around. A visit to …read more

Highest mountain, the western Thuringian Forest. Fantastic view in all directions.

On the Kickelhahn there is an observation tower from 1855, a Telekom tower, a transmission mast, the Goethe house, the foundations of a hunting lodge and a restaurant. The Jagdhaus Gabelbach and the Berghotel Gabelbach are south of the summit.

Who likes castles, likes the Wartburg! Hardly any other castle is so connected with German history. The most famous guests of sleep, since the foundation in 1067 by Ludwig the …read more

The highest point in Thuringia is the Great Beerberg. It is 983 meters high. A little below the summit is a viewing platform that offers a great view over the Thuringian Forest.

Almost as impressive as the waterfall itself is the fact that it is artificially created. From April to October, a part of the Trusewasser is diverted over 3.5km, in the …read more

The Landgrave canyon is a bit sweeter than the neighboring Dragon Canyon, but its rock formations and vegetation are no less impressive. A wide, easy to walk path winds through, …read more

There's a rustic (warm) mountain hut with hot drinks and delicious dishes ...
From the tower you have a magnificent panoramic view.

The strenuous climb is rewarded with a wonderful view.

The nature park information center is located in the middle of the small district of Friedrichshöhe in the municipality of Sachsenbrunn. Near the Rennsteig, it is in a direct ridge …read more

The view is breathtaking!
Very nice in combination with Drachenschlucht - Landgrafenschlucht!

Especially recommended on hot days as it is cooler between the rocks in the gorge.

Until 1832 Kunitz could only be reached by ferry. In Fährlücken people were killed again and again. According to tradition, on April 4, 1829, seven students on their way back …read more

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open daily from 10am to 5pm
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At the end of the Limbergtal lies the "Rote Schuss" (505m above sea level)
Stamp location of HWN No. 90

The terrain drops very steeply towards the valley side. On …read more

The Wendeleiche is a lookout point between Zorge and Sülzhayn.

The oak owes its name to a spiral staircase that was built in the early 20th century to reach the …read more

From here you can start your tour directly on the Rennsteig

Great historic building, the oldest natural stone bridge in Germany (north of the Main) - 7 arches, used until 1986 as a traffic route (only bridge in Creuzburg)

The southern Harz is completely wrongly underestimated! There are not only great paths and interesting excursion destinations there, but also some fine mountains. Like the Poppenberg, which with a height …read more