Hummelshain, an idyllic village in the Saale-Holzland district in Germany, is not only known for its picturesque landscape, but also for its diverse hiking opportunities. With its geographical location on the edge of the Thuringian Slate Mountains, Hummelshain offers an impressive backdrop for hikes of all kinds.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Hummelshain
Hiking Trail
· Saale-Unstrut
Jagdfieber circular hiking trail - between Rieseneck and Leubengrund
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
10.7 km
3:00 h
237 m
237 m
Waidmanns List at Rieseneck - 10 kilometer long circular hike between the historic hunting facility Rieseneck and the idyllic Leubengrund
With the kind support of the Sparkasse Jena-Saale-Holzland.
Hiking Trail
· Thuringia
Luther Path: Stage 28 - From Kahla to Neustadt an der Orla
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
26 km
8:00 h
446 m
319 m
Out of the Saale valley over forest heights into the Orla lowland.
Hiking Trail
· Saale-Unstrut
Route tip on the Luther Trail: "A new spirit in image and music" - Kahla - Leuchtenburg - Leubengrund - Kahla
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
15.8 km
5:30 h
405 m
411 m
Climb the Leuchtenburg, located high above the Saale valley, and follow the circular route through one of the most beautiful landscapes in Thuringia.
Hiking Trail
· Thuringia
Lutherweg: Stage 29 - From Orlamünde to Neustadt an der Orla
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
25.9 km
9:00 h
486 m
416 m
From the mouth of the Orla into the Saale back into the Orla valley on Luther's paths
Hiking Trail
· Saale-Unstrut
TNT2015-06-18 Rieseneck
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.1 km
5:30 h
221 m
225 m
The highlights of this day hike are the hunting facility at Rieseneck and the deserted church in the Würzbach valley.
Hiking Trail
· Saale-Unstrut
SaaleVertikale – A crossing of Mt. Everest in the Saale valley
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
191.1 km
50:00 h
8,848 m
8,848 m
Over 11 stages (207 km) around Jena, 8,848 meters of altitude are overcome. A challenging undertaking for mountain hikers who do not want to queue at Mt. Everest.
Hiking Trail
· Thuringian Forest
Mushroom hike Langendembach on September 20, 2017
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.5 km
2:20 h
160 m
160 m
A hike specifically aimed at mushroom foraging near Langendembach, with lunch at the "Schwan" in Freienorla and an afternoon visit to the small but charming town center of Orlamünde, including for example the Kemenate and coffee at the "Schöne Aussicht", which truly deserves its name!
Hiking Trail
· Saale-Unstrut
On the hunting fever to the Rieseneck hunting facility
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
3.4 km
0:52 h
32 m
33 m
A wonderfully beautiful opportunity for a little walk.
Hiking Trail
· Saale-Unstrut
From the Hummelshain hunting lodge to Leuchtenburg and descent to Kahla
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.5 km
4:09 h
341 m
510 m
Varied hike through forest and meadows, connecting the residences of the Duchy of Saxe-Gotha, limestone cliffs, and porcelain of the region.
Hiking Trail
· Thuringian Forest
SaaleVertikale stage 06 Kleindembach-Kahla
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
20.5 km
5:20 h
907 m
937 m
The sixth stage of the SaaleVertikale leads from the Orlatal via Hummelshain back into the Saale valley to Kahla.
The special feature of the region lies above all in its varied topography. From gentle hills to dense forests and breathtaking viewpoints - every hiking enthusiast will find his or her personal paradise here. The best seasons for hiking are spring and autumn, when nature shows its most beautiful colours and the climate is pleasantly mild.
A popular tour leads along the "Panoramaweg", a well-signposted hiking trail about 10 kilometres long. This trail offers spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and invites you to unwind. There are also numerous opportunities for families with children to go hiking in Hummelshain. The "NaturErlebnispfad" (Nature Experience Trail), for example, leads through the forest and offers exciting stations for discovering and exploring nature.
Another highlight is the "Kulturwanderweg" (Culture Trail), which leads past various historical sites. Here visitors can learn more about the history of the place and enjoy the beautiful landscape at the same time.
In summary, Hummelshain is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The diverse hiking opportunities, the breathtaking nature and the historical sights make this region a popular destination for nature lovers and recreation seekers. Whether alone, with the family or in a group - everyone will find their own personal dream tour here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque surroundings of Hummelshain!
A popular tour leads along the "Panoramaweg", a well-signposted hiking trail about 10 kilometres long. This trail offers spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and invites you to unwind. There are also numerous opportunities for families with children to go hiking in Hummelshain. The "NaturErlebnispfad" (Nature Experience Trail), for example, leads through the forest and offers exciting stations for discovering and exploring nature.
Another highlight is the "Kulturwanderweg" (Culture Trail), which leads past various historical sites. Here visitors can learn more about the history of the place and enjoy the beautiful landscape at the same time.
In summary, Hummelshain is a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The diverse hiking opportunities, the breathtaking nature and the historical sights make this region a popular destination for nature lovers and recreation seekers. Whether alone, with the family or in a group - everyone will find their own personal dream tour here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque surroundings of Hummelshain!
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