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Luther Trail Tour Tip: From the Rennsteig Trail to the historic Wilhelmsthal Palace and Gardens
Hiking Route
· Thüringer Wald
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Schloss Wilhelmsthal - EisenachPhoto: Paul Hentschel, Lutherweg - Thüringer Tourismus GmbH
Discover the densely forested Hohe Sonne site and scale the peaks of the Thuringian Forest
moderate
Distance 10 km
1:22 h
194 m
192 m
486 m
314 m
Hike through former hunting grounds and discover historic buildings, hidden curiosities and wonderful sites within the Thuringian countryside.
This round trip will give you an impression of the Thuringian Forest as it was hundreds of years ago – unspoilt nature and beautiful, varied landscapes that are seldom seen today.
You begin by following the Luther Trail south to Lake Altenberg. There you leave the reformer’s trail and turn east, taking in the peaks of the Thuringian Forest via the Rennsteig trail and returning back to the starting point.
Author
Paul Hentschel
Update: June 08, 2021
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
486 m
Lowest point
314 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
Track types
Asphalt
1.7 km
Dirt road
3.2 km
Forested/wild trail
4.7 km
Path
0.2 km
Road
0.1 km
Unknown
0.2 km
Safety information
In bad weather conditions, be sure to take protective, waterproof clothing and sturdy shoes. On sections between Hohe Sonne Castle and Wilhelmsthal, the Luther Trail goes through areas of forest that are actively cultivated. Be aware of forestry machinery and stick to the paths.Tips and hints
Camping on Lake AltenbergRennsteig Trail Association (German only)
Start
Hohe Sonne site – Eisenach (424 m)
Coordinates:
DD
50.932058, 10.317285
DMS
50°55'55.4"N 10°19'02.2"E
UTM
32U 592566 5643095
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Destination
Hohe Sonne site – Eisenach
Turn-by-turn directions
Hohe Sonne site – Wilhelmsthal Palace – Lake Altenberg – Rennsteig Trail - Hohe Sonne site
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
You can get to the Hohe Sonne site from Eisenach on bus number 11. TimetableGetting there
From Eisenach, follow the B19 towards Wilhelmsthal.Parking
There are plenty of parking spaces at the Hohe Sonne site.Coordinates
DD
50.932058, 10.317285
DMS
50°55'55.4"N 10°19'02.2"E
UTM
32U 592566 5643095
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Author’s map recommendations
Verlag Grünes Herz - Eisenach and Ruhla - 1:30000 - http://amzn.to/29P0KlI
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Equipment
Hiking sticks are recommended.Difficulty
moderate
Distance
10 km
Duration
1:22 h
Ascent
194 m
Descent
192 m
Highest point
486 m
Lowest point
314 m
Statistics
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Maps and trails
- 5 Waypoints
- 5 Waypoints
Distance
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Duration
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Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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