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Hildburghausen

Welcome to Hildburghausen, a charming destination in the heart of Germany. As one of the oldest towns in Thuringia, Hildburghausen is rich in history and culture. The town lies at the foot of the picturesque Thuringian Forest and offers visitors a wide range of activities.

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recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 1
Distance 54.3 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 197 m
Descent 667 m

The 1st stage takes you from the highest train station in Thuringia (830 m) in Neuhaus am Rennweg with detours to the two Werra springs up to ...

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from Monika Micheel,   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 66.2 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 237 m
Descent 338 m

From the Thuringian Forest via castles and palaces through Upper Franconia to the banks of the young Main.

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from Martina Rohner,   Urlaubsregion Coburg.Rennsteig
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 144.3 km
Duration 8:03 h
Ascent 1,380 m
Descent 1,365 m

This stage takes us from Erfurt to Schweinfurt. It is one of over 330 connected stages. We have packed exciting POIs for the stage - have fun ...

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from Awareness Deutschland MS,   Awareness Deutschland | die.blue.Charity & die.pink.Charity
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 67.3 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 179 m
Descent 281 m

The Werra-Obermain cycle path leads from Thuringian Hildburghausen to Upper Franconia at the Main River.

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from Martina Rohner,   Urlaubsregion Coburg.Rennsteig
Bicycle Rides · Thuringian Forest
ReformaTour 7: Refuge in Upper Franconia
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 89.3 km
Duration 6:46 h
Ascent 789 m
Descent 834 m

On 96 kilometers from Eisfeld to Sonneberg – including a short visit to Upper Franconia

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from Tanja Ahrens,   ADAC Wanderführer
Bicycle Rides · Thuringian Forest
Along the Werra down the Rennsteig
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 30.6 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 276 m
Descent 708 m

We are expecting a varied, mostly flat route of 30 kilometers. From Siegmundsburg to Hildburghausen, we cycle down the well-known German long ...

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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.1 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 95 m
Descent 95 m

A beautiful hiking trail with gentle ascents, nestled between forest meadows and shade-giving trees.

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from Martina Rohner,   Urlaubsregion Coburg.Rennsteig
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 31.7 km
Duration 7:55 h
Ascent 248 m
Descent 325 m

🌿 Stage 3 – Summer route of District Administrator Sven Gregor 2025 Crossing borders – experiencing history, education, and nature

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from Robin Fleck,   Thuringian Forest
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
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One of the main attractions of Hildburghausen is Elisabethenburg Castle, a baroque jewel with magnificent gardens and an impressive collection of antique works of art. The Museum of Natural History is also worth a visit to discover the diverse flora and fauna.

Cultural highlights also include the annual "Hilda" festival and historical festivals such as the "Schützenfest", where traditional costumes are worn and local specialities can be sampled.

For gourmets, there are many culinary delights to discover - from the famous Thuringian Rostbratwurst to regionally produced beer. Another tip: be sure to try the local honey!

Outdoor fans will also get their money's worth in Hildburghausen: hiking or cycling through the idyllic Thuringian Forest or canoeing on the Werra River are just a few possibilities. In winter you can even go skiing here!

If it rains, we recommend a visit to the theatre or cinema - both offer a varied programme for every taste.

Where is it most beautiful in Hildburghausen? We recommend a walk through the old town with its pretty half-timbered houses and historic buildings. The view of the picturesque panorama of the town from the Schlossberg is also particularly impressive.

Hildburghausen is definitely worth a trip - let our Travel Guide inspire you and discover this charming town in Thuringia!

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