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Herschdorf

Bank of the Giants loop from Herschdorf

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Ilm-Kreis
Herschdorf

Bank of the Giants loop from Herschdorf

Easy

4.7

(9)

41

hikers

Bank of the Giants loop from Herschdorf

01:25

5.03km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 23, 2026

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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1

58 m

Gnome cottage and dwarves' bench in Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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to read and observe😇

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2

63 m

Nice view towards Gehren.

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3

980 m

Gillersdorfer Schiefer Historic Slate Quarry

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Former quarry in the forest between Herschdorf (Großbreitenbach) and Willmersdorf

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4

2.31 km

Hunting lodge on the Langer Berg

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The local history society lovingly cares for this building and the hiking boot tree.

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5

3.76 km

There are plenty of rest areas on this tour .... and also really beautiful

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6

3.89 km

Bank of the Giants

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The bench is easy to reach even for those who have difficulty walking.
From the car park, the mushroom path leads past a balancing bridge, rotating lounger, picture frame 🖼️ …

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7

4.46 km

always wonderful views

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8

4.84 km

what a great idea ...

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5.03 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.96 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.33 km

1.56 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (790 m)

Lowest point (690 m)

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