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Thuringia
Wartburgkreis
Hörselberg-Hainich

Craulaer Kreuz (Stone Cross) – The Hainichbaude loop from Hörselberg-Hainich

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Germany
Thuringia
Wartburgkreis
Hörselberg-Hainich

Craulaer Kreuz (Stone Cross) – The Hainichbaude loop from Hörselberg-Hainich

Moderate

4.4

(10)

30

hikers

Craulaer Kreuz (Stone Cross) – The Hainichbaude loop from Hörselberg-Hainich

04:03

14.5km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 15, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Schutzzone 1 Nationalpark Hainich

Nationalpark Hainich

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

76 m

Wildcat Barn Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

In the Wildcat Barn, the entrance fee for the wildcat enclosure is paid. You can also learn all sorts of interesting things about wild cats and the nature conservation project …

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2

4.22 km

Alter Berg Shelter (494 m)

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Refuge on the Rennstieg on the old mountain, 494 m asl

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3

5.85 km

An idyllic rest area, right next to a spacious meadow. From here, there is a fantastic panoramic view across the countryside.

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6.54 km

View of the Countryside

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beautiful view of a beautiful landscape

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6.65 km

Beautiful here pure nature

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6.73 km

Craulaer Kreuz (Stone Cross)

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“Each of these crosses can tell its own story and what motivated people to erect“ their ”cross at this point. (...) These crossroads were erected as visible signs and attract …

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6.80 km

From this point of view you have a wonderful view. You can also enjoy the wonderful sunsets here in the evening.

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6.88 km

The Hainichbaude

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A rustic hut with charm, nice service and delicious home cooking.

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14.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.3 km

937 m

170 m

108 m

Surfaces

6.73 km

6.47 km

1.12 km

184 m

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

26°C

14°C

19 %

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