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Herleshausen

Herleshausen, located in the beautiful Werra-Meißner district, is a destination with many special features and sights. The municipality lies at the foot of the Hohe Meißner and thus offers a breathtaking backdrop for outdoor activities.

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Attractions in Herleshausen


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Hiking Trail · Eichsfeld-Hainich-Werratal
FWW Green Belt HE - TH (Et. 09 Rittmannshausen - Creuzburg)
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 17.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 238 m
Descent 423 m

From the Hessian Ringgau – past two monuments of the German division – to Thuringia at the Werra.

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Eichsfeld-Hainich-Werratal
FWW Green Belt HE - TH (stage 10 Creuzburg - Wommen)
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 16.8 km
Duration 4:25 h
Ascent 227 m
Descent 229 m

The stage begins with a longer flat section, then crosses a ridge in the forest behind Pferdsdorf before descending again into the Werra valley. 

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 1,455.2 km
Duration 369:45 h
Ascent 16,973 m
Descent 15,746 m

The European long-distance path E6 is an ambitious project that is intended to run continuously from northern Finland to Turkey. On the German ...

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Hiking Trail · Eichsfeld-Hainich-Werratal
Hörschel - Spichra - Obersuhl
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.3 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 213 m
Descent 211 m

A short hike from Thuringia to Hesse in the former East-West German border area.

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Hiking Trail · Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land
FWW Green Belt HE - TH (Stage 11 Wommen - Obersuhl)
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 17.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 443 m
Descent 424 m

This stage runs largely directly along the former border between the FRG and the GDR.

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Thematic Trail · Thuringia
When wounds become miracles - RWW 10
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 7.1 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 92 m
Descent 92 m

An easy hike near the village of 1000-year-old Herleshausen on the scars of history.

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from Klaus Gogler,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 85 m
Descent 85 m

The hike provides an impressive insight not only into the half-timbered history of the thousand-year-old village of Herleshausen.

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from Klaus Gogler,   Thuringian Forest
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
Hiking Trail · Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land
Obersuhl - Unhausen
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 15.2 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 410 m
Descent 361 m

A route with three ascents, one gentle, one acceptable, one challenging.

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from Andreas Skorka,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 4
Distance 77.2 km
Duration 8:55 h
Ascent 226 m
Descent 248 m

The 4th stage takes you from Bad Salzungen to Eisenach.

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from Monika Micheel,   Thuringian Forest
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Tourist attractions include Herleshausen Castle and the 13th century St. George's Church. The historic half-timbered ensemble around the market square is also worth a visit.

Cultural highlights are above all the numerous museums, such as the local history museum or the exhibition on Jewish history in Herleshausen. In addition, there are regular events such as concerts or theatre performances.

If you are looking for culinary specialities, you should definitely try the regional apple wine or indulge in the hearty Hessian cuisine.

The best outdoor activities can be experienced here at any time of the year: In summer, hikes on the premium hiking trail "Hoher Meißner" are a great option, while in winter skiers and snowboarders get their money's worth. Cycling and climbing are also popular leisure activities in this region.

If it rains, for example, you can visit the indoor swimming pool or explore one of the museums.

It is probably most beautiful in spring, when everything is in bloom and green - but this area also has its own special charm in autumn, with colourful foliage and clear days.

All in all, Herleshausen is definitely worth a trip and a perfect destination for anyone who appreciates nature, culture and cuisine in equal measure. A travel guide for this place should not be missing in any collection!

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  • August 12, 2023
    Rolf Strate 
    August 11, 2023
    Ich bin nur die Teilstrecke von Fuldabrück bis nach Hann. Münden geradelt. In diesem Bereich ist es eine nette, flussnahe Strecke mit relativ wenig Gastronomie an der Strecke. Diese findet man jedoch ausreichend in Hann. Münden.
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    Written August 12, 2023
    Bicycle Rides
    Werra - Fulda 300km-2018
  • May 31, 2020
    Marko Peche
    May 31, 2020
    Die Tour ist eine "hartschwein-nummer", aber ein absoluter Traum. Ich bin noch nie so eine abwechslungsreiche Tour gefahren. Meinen Respekt und dank!😀👍
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    Written May 31, 2020
  • April 05, 2020
    Karsten Demuth
    April 05, 2020
    Schöne kleine Tour.
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    Photo: Karsten Demuth, Community
    Written April 05, 2020
  • July 03, 2018
    Ralle Luftherz 
    June 27, 2018
    Sportlicher Bikemarathon oder auch Tagestour mit Einkehr . Wunderbare Ausblicke ins Werratal!!
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    Written July 03, 2018
  • March 14, 2017
    Daniel Seekamp
    Vor einigen Jahren wurde der E6 im Wendland großräumig verlegt. Die gezeigte Strecke entspricht daher nicht mehr der Markierung vor Ort. Im Übrigen kann ich den E6 gerade im Wendland wärmstens empfehlen.
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    Written March 14, 2017

Destinations in Herleshausen


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