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The Top 20 Attractions around Jena

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Jena. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Jena is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 12, 2025

Kunitzer Hausbrücke

The Kunitz House Bridge, newly built in 2012, is beautifully restored. Inside, there's an information panel about the bridge's history. The square in front of the bridge is a lovely place to take a break.

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Fuchsturm Jena

If you go hiking around Jena, you shouldn't miss the Fuchsturm. It is easy to reach if, for example, you start your tour from the parking lot at Steinkreuz. The …

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Middle Kernberg Horizontal Trail

We were here for the first time and are enthusiastic about the beautiful paths.

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Lobdeburg Castle Ruins

The Lobdeburg was already a ruin in Goethe's time and was lyrically processed by him in the poem "Bergschloss". Below the ruins is the Lobdeburgklause with a beautiful beer garden.

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Diebeskrippe Landslide

Fascinating rock formations. Here the legend of the Wegebager hid.

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Fürstenbrunnen

The detour to the Fürstenbrunnen is always a must for us - at the start of the tour to fill up the fresh spring water and at the end to …

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Napoleonstein auf dem Windknollen

From the Napoleon Stone you can enjoy a fantastic view of Jena and the Saale Valley. In good weather to the Leuchtenburg. In autumn, the wind lump is a popular area for flying kites.

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Jena Paradies Park

The paradise is criss-crossed by cycling and hiking trails, which are used very regularly. It is also a good place to relax for me, especially when I'm cycling across Jena. …

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SaaleHorizontale Trail With Views of Jena

A hiking trail that you wouldn't actually expect in the German low mountain ranges. Rather, alpine character prevails here. Narrow, stony paths that hug the rocks - fun to hike here!

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Kunitzburg Ruins

Beautiful castle ruins with a wonderful view. There are various hiking trails to the Kunitzburg. It is recommended to just walk along the horseshoe, then you come to the beautiful Jenzig.

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Kunitzer Hausbrücke

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Lobdeburg Castle Ruins

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