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Kreuzchen Observation Tower – Arnstadt Old Town loop from Gottesholz

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Germany
Thuringia
Ilm-Kreis
Arnstadt

Kreuzchen Observation Tower – Arnstadt Old Town loop from Gottesholz

Moderate

4.8

(38)

125

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Kreuzchen Observation Tower – Arnstadt Old Town loop from Gottesholz

03:59

13.5km

370m

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: August 6, 2026

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Bus stop

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3.43 km

Kreuzchen Observation Tower

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The hike begins in Espenfeld and initially leads through the forest. After a while you reach the Hartberg, where you have a wonderful view of the surrounding area. Then you …

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4.55 km

Very nicely done and of particular interest to the kids 😊🦊

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5.85 km

Ried Gate, Arnstadt

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The Riedtor is part of the medieval city fortification. Only a few decades ago the road led through the gate in the direction of the Thuringian Forest. Next to the …

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6.33 km

Arnstadt Old Town

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With the first written mention in 704 Arnstadt is the city in Thuringia, which has the oldest evidence of its existence and one of the oldest cities in Germany outside …

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6.39 km

Johann Sebastian Bach Church

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The composer Johann Sebastian Bach had his first organist position here for 4 years. For this reason, Arnstadt proudly calls itself the Bach city.

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6.54 km

Arnstadt Old Town

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The beautiful old town invites you to stroll ...

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10.4 km

steep ascent, the hut is 491m high, but rewarding views over the Geratal.

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11.3 km

Scenic view over Siegelbach

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Just the beautiful autumn picture ... the colors 🍁🍂🌞

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13.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.84 km

3.13 km

2.48 km

763 m

661 m

591 m

Surfaces

7.34 km

2.14 km

1.81 km

1.10 km

1.08 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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