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View of the Ilmgrund – Kickelhahn Observation Tower loop from Stadtilm

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View of the Ilmgrund – Kickelhahn Observation Tower loop from Stadtilm

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4.3

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42

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View of the Ilmgrund – Kickelhahn Observation Tower loop from Stadtilm

03:57

58.3km

640m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

4.15 km

View of the Ilmgrund

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Magnificent scenery and a view of the Ilmgrund with its typical riverbanks lined with trees and shrubs. A wonderful landscape in a beautiful setting.

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2

6.02 km

Ilm Valley cycle path near Dörnfeld

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Perfect for driving in beautiful scenery, it's just fun, sometimes directly along the Ilm.

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3

15.6 km

Ilmtal Bridge (Langewiesen)

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This bridge is the longest bridge in Thuringia with a length of 1681 meters. It is part of the train line Ebensfeld-Erfurt on which there are 29 valley bridges. Riding a bike under this imposing bridge is a real highlight.

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4

17.4 km

Historic Town Bench on the Ilm-Rennsteig Cycle Path

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The cycle path was rebuilt when the railway line to Groß Breitenbach was closed. An easy way to drive towards Rennsteig.

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5

32.8 km

Kickelhahn Observation Tower

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View from the Kickelhahn into the valley.

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39.7 km

Erlenwald

Forest

7

42.3 km

View of the Ilmtal Bridge

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You can enjoy super beautiful sunrises here.
There is also a small roof 😉
From here you can start in all directions, whether up or down the trail bike path, everything within a 6km radius.

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8

47.5 km

Ilmtal Cycle Path Near Gräfinau-Angstedt

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Panorama ring and art along the way with very nice views

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9

49.7 km

Rest Area by the Ilm River (Dörnfelder Berg)

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A really nice place to take a break. It's best to go to the bridge right next to it and relax and look out over the water.

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58.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.5 km

13.3 km

10.5 km

9.35 km

5.63 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.4 km

6.52 km

6.19 km

1.14 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (840 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

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