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 Gleichen. The name "equals" is due to the Celtic word "resembling" for rocks or to the topographical similarity of castles on three conical mountains. The transfer of the name to the entire castles has been documented since the 18th century. However, the three plants never shared a common ownership.
Admission: 3.00 € (as of 2018)
Opening hours: 1st April - 31st October
10.00am-6.00pm daily

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February 21, 2020

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The castle of Gleichen including the outside area and the castle museums in Mühlburg are only open from March to October from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is a lot to discover on the Mühlburg in the outdoor area.

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January 13, 2022

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A historical castle complex with a small museum, which was first mentioned in a document in 1089.

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1. View of Wachsenburg Castle – Gleichen Castle loop from Mühlberg

12.6km

03:30

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Castle Route - Georoute 3

29.8km

08:23

600m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Gleichen Castle – Röhnberg Gorge loop from Wandersleben

9.43km

02:47

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 350 m

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Location: Drei Gleichen, Landkreis Gotha, Thuringia, Germany

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Gleichen Castle

1. View of Wachsenburg Castle – Gleichen Castle loop from Mühlberg

2. Castle Route - Georoute 3

3. Gleichen Castle – Röhnberg Gorge loop from Wandersleben

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