Natural Monuments
GermanyThuringiaErdschacht (Ore Shaft) – Historic Mining Shaft
Natural Monuments
GermanyThuringiaErdschacht (Ore Shaft) – Historic Mining Shaft
Highlight • Historical Site
Erdschacht (Ore Shaft) – Historic Mining Shaft
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by 58 explorers out of 59
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April 20, 2022
Hiking
Earth shaft – ore mining
We find the earth shaft, also called ore shaft, 100 m further on the slope. An entrance was built for visitors. The work …
•April 20, 2022
Hiking
Mühlkopf - refuge with Wartburg view
Seating group and shelter invite you to linger. The educational trail ends here with a view of the Wartburg. Via the Rennsteig back to the Rangenwiese, this turns into a circular hiking trail. It is easy to find the way back to Stedtfeld in a beautiful landscape.
•October 28, 2023
Hiking
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Best Hikes to Erdschacht (Ore Shaft) – Historic Mining Shaft
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25.6km
07:21
570m
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 390 m
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