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Vacha

Vacha Old Town – St. John's Church Vacha loop from Vacha

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Wartburgkreis

Vacha

Vacha Old Town – St. John's Church Vacha loop from Vacha

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Vacha Old Town – St. John's Church Vacha loop from Vacha

02:07

8.15km

60m

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 18, 2026

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1.53 km

Wendelstein Castle Vacha

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The north-eastern old town of Vacha is dominated by Wendelstein Castle. Its origins lie in the 12th century, as can be seen from the Romanesque keep. Originally separated from the …

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1.93 km

Vacha Old Town

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The beautiful and large market square of Vacha is the living room of the town and shines with many beautiful half-timbered houses and the magnificent town hall.

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1.93 km

Vitus Fountain on Vacha's Market Square

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The beautiful historic fountain in front of the town hall is dedicated to the old patron saint of Vacha, Saint Vitus.

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1.98 km

Old Mint Vacha

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Built in 1455, the Old Mint in Vacha still stands on the market square.

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2.19 km

St. John's Church Vacha

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The tower of the Protestant St. John's Church in Vacha dates back to the medieval St. Vitus Church. The nave was rebuilt later.

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2.47 km

Einheitsmann Art Project

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The "Einheitsmann" art project was designed as part of the "25 Years of German Unity" celebrations by artist Ottmar Hörl, who was inspired by the Berlin Ampelmännchen (Berlin traffic light …

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4.55 km

View of the Orangerie

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From the pond with the fountain you have a great view of the Orangery.

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7.41 km

Memorial and border tower at the Bridge of Unity (Werra Bridge)

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The German-German history must not be forgotten. Therefore, it is important for the coming generations to receive testimonies from this time. In the tower, which is also used as an …

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8.15 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.57 km

2.96 km

886 m

424 m

278 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.16 km

2.70 km

1.01 km

758 m

496 m

Elevation

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Friday 21 August

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June 25, 2024,Rundwanderung durch das Werratal 🇩🇪 Grenze-Einheit-Via Regia

My hiking trail led from the market square in Vacha past Wendelstein Castle. It is worth making a first stop here to take in the wonderful view of the Werra Valley from the keep.
The town's local history museum with a lot of history is located in the castle and can be visited for 3 euros, and you can climb …

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Vacha Old Town – St. John's Church Vacha loop from Vacha

Wendelstein Castle Vacha

Vacha Old Town

Vitus Fountain on Vacha's Market Square

Old Mint Vacha

St. John's Church Vacha

Einheitsmann Art Project

View of the Orangerie

Memorial and border tower at the Bridge of Unity (Werra Bridge)

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