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Thuringia
Ilm-Kreis
Ilmenau

Großer Herrmannstein and Cave

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Großer Herrmannstein and Cave

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Großer Herrmannstein and Cave

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    Location: Ilmenau, Ilm-Kreis, Thuringia, Germany

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    April 7, 2021

    Nordic walking

    The Hermannstein with its cave was one of Goethe's favorite places. On August 6, 1776 he visited him with Charlotte von Stein.
    Shortly afterwards he drew the cave. In 1784 he assigned the two quatrains to this "chosen rock". These two verses can be found on panels to the left and right of the cave entrance.


    There is seating in the cave itself.
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    Below the GR. HERMANNSTEIN is the small cave that is also accessible in the summer months!
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    January 14, 2025

    Hiking

    Even if the ascent is not possible in winter, the view from below also offers good views and comfortable benches for a break
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    1. Großer Herrmannstein and Cave – Forest Path to Manebach loop from Ilmenau

    29.1km

    02:40

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    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 810 m

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    Location: Ilmenau, Ilm-Kreis, Thuringia, Germany

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