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Birkenfelde

Welcome to Birkenfelde, a charming destination in Eichsfeld, Germany. This travel guide gives you an overview of the geographical location and special features, tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events as well as culinary specialities of Birkenfelde.

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Premium content Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 408.5 km
Duration 28:00 h
Ascent 653 m
Descent 1,006 m

Beautiful long-distance cycling route along the Leine and through the Lüneburg Heath passing interesting places such as Friedland, Göttingen, and ...

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Bicycle Rides · North Hesse
ADAC Border Route – Into Hesse
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 105.7 km
Duration 7:30 h
Ascent 425 m
Descent 475 m

Just under 110 km from Heilbad Heiligenstadt to Herleshausen

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from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.9 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 7 m
Descent 64 m

The hike follows the Leine-Heide Cycle Route, which runs from Leinefelde to Hamburg, in the direction of Besenhausen Estate at the former inner ...

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from Team Wandertag,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 410.2 km
Duration 27:55 h
Ascent 773 m
Descent 1,134 m

The Leine-Heide Cycle Route connects over 400 km of the diverse low mountain landscape of the Leinebergland with the Lüneburger Heide and the ...

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Göttinger Land
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.8 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 201 m
Descent 201 m

You hike through magnificent forests and meadows up to the Nüssekuppe at 410 meters height. Admirable is the historic cemetery of Hanstein with ...

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from Team Wandertag,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
Premium content Difficulty moderate Stage 1
Distance 54.1 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 4 m
Descent 197 m

The bike route takes us along the Leine-Heide Cycle Path following the Leine River from its source in Leinefelde through the Eichsfeld region to ...

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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 34 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 39 m
Descent 157 m

From spas and wild animals ...

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from Paul Hentschel,   Thüringen-entdecken.de
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 17.2 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 292 m
Descent 268 m

This route combines the remarkable geology with the beautiful views of Hanstein and Rusteberg. You can enjoy the view on the ridgeway.

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from Team Wandertag,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 141 km
Duration 9:50 h
Ascent 449 m
Descent 449 m

The Leine-Rhume-Hahle Cycle Path is a river-accompanying cycle path through the northern Thuringian/southern Lower Saxony area.

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from HVE Eichsfeld Touristik e.V.,   Welterberegion Wartburg Hainich
Map / ADAC BorderRoute 1: From the Leine to the Werra
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 68.1 km
Duration 4:55 h
Ascent 381 m
Descent 465 m

Cycle route from the Thuringian district of Eichsfeld to the Hessian Werra-Meißner area up to Eschwege. Detour to Hanstein Castle and the ...

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from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
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Geographically, Birkenfelde is located in the south of the Eichsfeld and is surrounded by picturesque hills and forests. The region is known for its gentle landscapes with many hiking and cycling opportunities. The Hainich National Park is also in the immediate vicinity.

The town itself has a long history as a place of pilgrimage and is famous for its 11th-century Romanesque Basilica of St. Cyriakus - an impressive example of medieval architecture.

Another highlight are the numerous traditional festivals such as the Schützenfest or the Harvest Festival, where you can gain insights into the local culture.

For all gourmets, the region also offers culinary specialities: Try the delicious Eichsfelder Bauernschmaus (Eichsfeld farmer's feast), for example, or visit one of the many wineries in the area.

If it rains, a visit to Gerode Monastery is worthwhile - here you can admire works of art or take part in a guided tour of the historic building.

In summer, there are many outdoor activities on offer: Hiking on the Loccum-Volkenroda pilgrimage trail or cycling along the Unstrut cycle path. In winter, you can go skiing in the surrounding ski areas or ice skating at the nearby ice rink.

Birkenfelde is worth a visit at any time of year and offers something for every taste - be it culture, nature or culinary delights. Visit Birkenfelde in the Eichsfeld and experience an unforgettable holiday!

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