Magyar Természetjáró Szövetség weboldalai MTSZ MTSZ térképportál Turista Magazin TuristaShop Kéktúra Gerecse50 A kéktúrázás napja
Try Pro for free
Choose a language
Plan a route here
Chapel Chapel · Thuringian Forest · 380 m open today

Altenstein Castle

Responsible for this content
Lutherweg - Thüringer Tourismus GmbH Verified partner 
  • Schloss Altenstein - Bad Liebenstein
    Schloss Altenstein - Bad Liebenstein
    Photo: Thüringen-entdecken.de
Altenstein Castle and Gardens are two special beauty spots within the Thuringian cultural landscape. In the words of poet August Trinius, ‘Those who know Altenstein also know the beautiful scent that exudes this unique creation; a beauty that eloquently captures our hearts … with nature and art coming together as one’.

After a visit to Altenstein Gardens, you will understand the true significance of Trinius’ words. The grounds cover 160 hectares and uniquely combine the features of small garden architecture with large, expansive spaces and landscaped flowerbeds from the 19th and 20th centuries. The garden and the rural landscape blend perfectly with each other. Numerous observation points give you an unobstructed view into the Werra Valley right through to the peaks of the Rhön Mountains. After a fire destroyed the interior of the castle in 1982, it is currently restored by the Stiftung Thüringer Schlösser und Gärten (Palace, Castle and Gardens Trust of Thuringia). On the circular trails through the landscaped park you can experience attractions such as the Ritterkapelle (Knight’s Chapel), Teufelsbrücke (Devil’s Bridge), Herzogsgrab (Duke’s Grave), Chinesisches Häuschen (Chinese House), Morgentor (Morning Gate), Altensteiner Höhle (Altenstein Cave) and the Luisenthaler Wasserfall (Luisenthal Waterfall).

Altenstein Castle and Gardens belong to the Stiftung Thüringer Schlösser und Gärten and the park is open daily.

Opening times

open today
Open Jan 01, 2025 through Dec 31, 2027 from Mon 00:00–24:00 Tue 00:00–24:00 Wed 00:00–24:00 Thu 00:00–24:00 Fri 00:00–24:00 Sat 00:00–24:00 Sun 00:00–24:00 .
Open until 31 October 2016 and from 20 March 2017 daily from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm by arrangement

For tours, telephone +49 (0) 3 69 61/3 34 01 (voicemail) or +49 (0) 3 69 61/7 25 13
or contact the Bad Liebenstein Tourist Information on +49 (0) 3 69 61/6 93 20

Public transport

Take the train to Eisenach and then the bus to Steinbach. Continue on foot to the castle.

Directions

Coming from the A4, take the Eisenach-West exit and continue on the B19 to Moorgrund. Then take the L1126 to Steinbach and continue on foot to the castle.

Parking

Parking is available in Steinbach.

Coordinates

DD
50.835553, 10.346047
DMS
50°50'08.0"N 10°20'45.8"E
UTM
32U 594783 5632401
w3w 
///appealing.interstate.shrunken
Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

Recommendations nearby

recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-day route Open
Distance 467.3 km
Duration 11:00 h
Ascent 6,535 m
Descent 6,430 m

Whether on two wheels or more, ... the Nature Park Route connects interesting towns, great viewpoints and spectacular natural landscapes.

No ratings (yet)
from Paul Hentschel,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 14.5 km
Duration 4:24 h
Ascent 470 m
Descent 463 m

Explore the place where Martin Luther was abducted to the Wartburg in 1521. In the mountain village of Steinbach, you will find the 95 theses of ...

5
from Paul Hentschel,   Thüringen-entdecken.de
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 23.5 km
Duration 6:35 h
Ascent 539 m
Descent 539 m

Through three river valleys and across the Rennsteig, the varied path offers insight into the artisanal traditions in Steinbach, Ruhla, and Schweina.

4
from Franziska Kürschner,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 455.3 km
Duration 100:00 h
Ascent 9,176 m
Descent 8,896 m

Over 450 kilometers of signposted bike route that crosses the legendary Rennsteig multiple times and leads via numerous loops from Hörschel to ...

3.3
from Paul Hentschel,   Thuringian Forest
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Liebenstein ruin and Altenstein Palace
Premium content Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 8.2 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 291 m
Descent 291 m

From Liebenstein, you hike past Liebenstein Castle to Steinbach. Through the scenic Altenstein Palace Park, it goes back.

4
from Viktoria Specht,   ADAC Wanderführer
Bicycle Rides · Thuringian Forest
ReformaTour 6: Luther's Path to Wartburg
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 61.6 km
Duration 5:07 h
Ascent 955 m
Descent 963 m

From Wernshausen to Eisenach – you can't get more Luther in fewer kilometers!

No ratings (yet)
from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 30 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 279 m
Descent 279 m

Discover fascinating park landscapes and historic castles by bike between the heights of the Thuringian Forest and the valleys of the Werra.

5
from Franziska Kürschner,   Thuringian Forest
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
IVV PW+GTW "On Luther's Trail - Abduction Site"
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 18.1 km
Duration 5:10 h
Ascent 471 m
Descent 471 m

The hike, which follows the original route along Luther's abduction site to Luthergrund and back, commemorates the 500th anniversary of the German ...

No ratings (yet)
from Werner Wolf,   Thuringian Forest
Show all on map

User Questions

Don't see what you need here?
Ask a question and get an answer from the author, the official DMO or the community.

No ratings (yet)
Be the first to leave a rating or write a review!
Share your experiences and advice to help millions of people find and plan their next outdoor adventure.
Write a review
Rating submitted

Altenstein Castle

Website Phone

Place to visit
Questions and answers
10-day forecast
  • My Map
  • Content
  • Show images Hide images
Features
Maps and trails
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Liebenstein ruin and Altenstein Palace
Premium content Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 8.2 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 291 m
Descent 291 m

From Liebenstein, you hike past Liebenstein Castle to Steinbach. Through the scenic Altenstein Palace Park, it goes back.

4
from Viktoria Specht,   ADAC Wanderführer
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 28.9 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 602 m
Descent 612 m

This section of the Werra Burgen Steig whets your appetite for more. The entire long-distance hiking trail is approximately 400 km long and runs ...

No ratings (yet)
from Christina Bödefeld,   Thuringian Forest
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
IVV RWW "Wanderbares Lutherland"
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 137.1 km
Duration 38:20 h
Ascent 2,902 m
Descent 2,874 m

The long-distance circular hiking route "Wanderbares Lutherland" leads through the core region of the Reformation between Eisenach, Möhra, and ...

No ratings (yet)
from Werner Wolf,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 14.5 km
Duration 4:24 h
Ascent 470 m
Descent 463 m

Explore the place where Martin Luther was abducted to the Wartburg in 1521. In the mountain village of Steinbach, you will find the 95 theses of ...

5
from Paul Hentschel,   Thüringen-entdecken.de
Bicycle Rides · Thuringian Forest
ReformaTour 6: Luther's Path to Wartburg
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 61.6 km
Duration 5:07 h
Ascent 955 m
Descent 963 m

From Wernshausen to Eisenach – you can't get more Luther in fewer kilometers!

No ratings (yet)
from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
Water trails · Thuringian Forest
Werra Water Hiking 3: Wernshausen - Bad Salzungen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 18.2 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 2 m
Descent 14 m

5
from Werratal Touristik e. V.,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 455.3 km
Duration 100:00 h
Ascent 9,176 m
Descent 8,896 m

Over 450 kilometers of signposted bike route that crosses the legendary Rennsteig multiple times and leads via numerous loops from Hörschel to ...

3.3
from Paul Hentschel,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 33.5 km
Duration 10:00 h
Ascent 816 m
Descent 481 m

From the Luther City Eisenach, you hike the first section of the Lutherweg passing the family home Möhra to the place of the legendary abduction ...

No ratings (yet)
from Paul Hentschel,   Thüringen-entdecken.de
Logo agrar Logo aofk Logo mol Logo otp