Attractions around Gotha

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

The island mountain near Bad Tabarz is a kind of sacred ground for mountain bike downhill riders. Because here took place 25 years ago (as of 2018) the first downhill …read more

The castle ruins of the Mühlburg on the southern edge of the Thuringian Basin, together with the castle ruins in Gleichen and the Wachsenburg, form the probably most famous castle …read more

The round walk has many small highlights when you go on the small rocks and land moves. Takes longer, but is more beautiful.

Small reservoir that is fast to circumnavigate.

The reservoir holds a good 18 million cubic meters of water and is well embedded in the mountains of the Thuringian Forest.

The ruined castle Gleichen on the southern edge of the Thuringian Basin, together with the Mühlburg and the Wachsenburg, is probably the best-known ensemble of castles in Germany, the Drei …read more

Good for a little rest.

Here you can let your mind wander. A relatively long circular route, with a number of beautiful views and resting places. There are other great highlights in the vicinity. However, …read more

Beautiful and with about 6 km a feasible trail with children.

This beautiful stretch runs parallel and sometimes very close to the Unstrut, which flows in this area in several loops still in their original riverbed. On the northern side protects …read more

From the border meadow, the Rennsteig leads past the riding stones, on a historic route to the Großer Inselsberg. It is a difficult section. But worthwhile and promising.

Great view into the Thuringian countryside.

The Röllchen is a hidden mini-gorge with several cascades and waterfall, which can be admired by a wooden bridge. The upper exit leads over rough, handy rock.

Steep ascent but with stairs. Reward: great rock formations and views! You can either go down the stairs again or follow the trail to the Felsental.

A small but fine waterfall. Great photo opportunity.

Only when you have climbed the last steps up to the cross, then you can really breathe free from the burden of everyday life and is usually rewarded with a magnificent view of the island mountain.

Those who visit Marienglashöle should not only enjoy the fascination of the underground world. And not only the beautiful forest location is worth a look. In the area invites Friedrichroda …read more

Mühlberg is the oldest municipality in Thuringia, for the first time the place was mentioned in the year 704 documentary. Growing Mühlberg is a typical cluster village with a historic …read more

From the railway to the bike path
 The single-track "Nessetalbahn" between Bufleben and Großenbehringen, which branched off from the railway line Gotha-Leinefelde, was put into operation on May 1, 1890 …read more