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Grimmelshausen

Welcome to charming Grimmelshausen, Hildburghausen! This destination in Germany is a real gem and definitely worth a visit. The town lies in the middle of a picturesque landscape and offers numerous sights, cultural highlights as well as culinary specialities.

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Attractions in Grimmelshausen


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recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 8.4 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 265 m
Descent 265 m

In the direction of Hildburghausen, the Werra Burgen Steig runs to the Collapsed Mountain. On the nearby marked side path, you reach Kloster Veßra ...

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from Thuringian Forest,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 2
Distance 40.7 km
Duration 4:10 h
Ascent 211 m
Descent 273 m

The 2nd stage leads you from Hildburghausen to the theatre town Meiningen.

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from Monika Micheel,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 42.1 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 282 m
Descent 337 m

Following traces of ancient cultures from the banks of the Werra into Franconia.

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from Paul Hentschel,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 171.6 km
Duration 10:00 h
Ascent 1,835 m
Descent 1,747 m

The first stage of the Deutschland Tour 2022 runs across Thuringia, starting in the district of Mellingen. The profile of the route to Meiningen ...

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from Marvin Renius,   Outdooractive Editors
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
23 0723 Circular hike near Kloster Veßra
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.9 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 229 m
Descent 231 m

From Kloster Veßra via Themar to the Eingefallenen Berg and back via Grimmelshausen

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from Burghard Seibold,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 20.3 km
Duration 4:55 h
Ascent 88 m
Descent 67 m

🌄 Stage 2 – Summer route of District Administrator Sven Gregor 2025 From Schleusingen to Hildburghausen – Experience culture, nature, and ...

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from Robin Fleck,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty S0 difficult
Distance 95.1 km
Duration 6:11 h
Ascent 265 m
Descent 799 m

That's where it starts, in NEUHAUS AM RENNWEG There, where the Rennsteig is called Rennweg.

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from BAMA,   Community
Kayak · Thuringian Forest
Werra - Upper course near Themar
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 23 m
Descent 45 m

A canoe trip on the upper course of the Werra. To warm up, a cozy round on the Grimmelshausen retention basin, followed by the river trip to ...

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from Dirk,   Community
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Themar circular route "Gehegter Berg" (X5)
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Distance 9.3 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 276 m
Descent 277 m

Circular route Gehegter Berg "Collapsed Mountain" near Themar. Section X5 - "Werra-Burgen-Steig" Passing the break point, the thick oak, and ...

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from Michael Bodenstein,   Community
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Werra-Burgen-Steig X5
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Difficulty moderate
Distance 349.9 km
Duration 101:17 h
Ascent 9,922 m
Descent 10,579 m

Fernwanderweg von den Werraquellen im Thüringer Wald bis zur Werramündung in die Weser in Hann. Münden

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from Andreas Kuhrt,   Community
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Geographically, Grimmelshausen is located on the edge of the Thuringian Forest and is surrounded by rolling hills and green forests. The historic centre of the town invites you to take a leisurely stroll through the narrow streets with their well-preserved half-timbered houses.

The most important tourist attractions are Eishausen Castle, which sits majestically on a hill, and the Museum of Natural History and Ethnology. Another highlight is the baroque garden in the castle park - a wonderful place to relax in fine weather.

Culture enthusiasts should definitely pay a visit to the theatre tent, where performances are held regularly. The annual town festival "Hilderburgfest" also attracts numerous visitors.

For gourmets, there are some culinary specialities to discover in Grimmelshausen - try the famous Thuringian dumplings or the hearty bratwurst from the region, for example.

Outdoor activities include hiking or cycling tours through the breathtaking landscape. In winter, skiing or ice skating are the options. Grimmelshausen is especially beautiful in spring, when nature awakens and everything glows in fresh green.

Even when the weather is bad, there is plenty to do - visit the indoor swimming pool or take a guided tour of the castle museum.

All in all, Grimmelshausen is a wonderful destination for anyone looking for peace and quiet. Enjoy the picturesque landscape, discover cultural highlights and indulge in the regional cuisine!

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