Attractions in Thuringia

After three weeks of hiking in Thuringia, I can say that this is the most beautiful natural spectacle I have seen. Great how the path meanders through the moss-covered rocks of the gorge.

We started early and almost had the gorge to ourselves. Not only an absolute highlight for children - high rocks, water and plants form a unique backdrop.

Those who like castles like the Wartburg! Hardly any other castle is so connected to German history. The most famous sleeping guests, since Ludwig the Springer was founded in 1067, … read more

From the highest point of the western Thuringian Forest and the highest point of the Rennsteig you have a fantastic view of the surrounding area. From the 21 meter high … read more

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

The Landgrafenschlucht is very attractive and you can easily combine it as a circular route with the Drachenschlucht.

The "little brother" of the Drachenschlucht is not quite as narrow, but it is no less beautiful. Here you hike through a quiet beech forest and impressive rocks on both … read more

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 … read more

From here it goes through the Drachenschlucht to the Hohe Sonne

The house bridge to Kunitz, which was newly built in 2012, has been beautifully prepared. Inside there is an information board about the history of the bridge. You can take a break in the square in front of the bridge.

A well-deserved place to rest after the ascent with an impressive view of the Brocken, the oak itself is of course also an eye-catcher - a very historic area.

Open Thu - Mon from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday are rest days.I can only recommend taking a break here. The offer is very good. The … read more

From here you can start your tour directly on the Rennsteig

You simply have to pause at this ancient oak tree and let your eyes wander over the beautiful view.

If you are on the Mariental-Drachenschlucht-Landgrafenschlucht-Mariental circular hike, you should not … read more

The fairytale Elfengrotte - a geological natural monument and biotope with a small waterfall and a sea of ferns. Of course you can stay here on the bench and let … read more

From here you have a beautiful view of the southern Harz foreland.

The Werra Bridge Creuzburg was built in 1223 and is the oldest surviving natural stone bridge in the eastern federal states. The stone arch bridge spans the Werra in Creuzburg, Thuringia, with a length of 86 meters. Wikipedia

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

In 1897, the Werra spring was set in stone and designed as a fountain. Since the opening of the spring, the river has been bubbling out of a snapdragon and is making its long journey to the North Sea.

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