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Luisenthal

Welcome to Luisenthal, a charming district of Gotha, Germany. As a destination, Luisenthal is definitely worth a visit and offers visitors many opportunities for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Luisenthal


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recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 14.3 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 129 m
Descent 138 m

Circular route with many beautiful views of the reservoir and the forests

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from Martin Schatz,   Thuringian Forest
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Circular hike - "Around Luisenthal"
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.6 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 348 m
Descent 356 m

Moderate hike from the parking lot in the center of Luisenthal to Adlersfelsen, to the Blue Bench, further to the ruins of Käferburg, to the dam ...

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from Martin Schatz,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 100.3 km
Duration 6:05 h
Ascent 1,180 m
Descent 1,180 m

Marcel Kittel takes us on his favorite routes in the Thuringian Forest:From his hometown Arnstadt, it goes past the Ohra Reservoir and Oberhof.

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from Adrian Seeber,   Thuringian Forest
Gravel Bike · Thuringian Forest
The Water Worlds of the Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 167.5 km
Duration 14:00 h
Ascent 2,864 m
Descent 2,880 m

Dams, mountain lakes, and the Rennsteig: A long gravel loop through the Thuringian Forest—from Heyda via Neuhaus and Masserberg to Oberhof and back ...

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from Adrian Seeber,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 59.7 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 461 m
Descent 461 m

The circular route leads through places and landscapes that shaped the childhood and youth of one of the greatest musicians of all time.

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from Paul Hentschel,   Thuringian Forest
Hiking Trail · Oberhof
Circular hike to Lütschetalsperre
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 13 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 238 m
Descent 238 m

A popular hike from Oberhof to the Lütschetalsperre. It's worth packing swimwear, with a detour to Schlossbergkanzel. Some ascents add the right ...

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from Steve Peter,   Thuringian Forest
Mountain Bike · Thuringian Forest
From Oberhof to the dams
recommended route Difficulty S1 difficult closed
Distance 47.6 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 1,087 m
Descent 1,086 m

Challenging mountain bike route along the Rennsteig to the Lutschetal Dam and the Ohra Dam.

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from Stefan Weich,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 17.9 km
Duration 5:05 h
Ascent 395 m
Descent 395 m

Challenging hike starting from Oberhof and returning to the Ohratalsperre, a beautiful day route. Suitable for sporty families with older children.

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from Ivonne Sütterlin,   Thuringian Forest
Long Distance Cycling · Thuringian Forest
Waldrandroute Nord - 3rd stage from Ohrdruf to Ilmenau
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 3
Distance 29.6 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 464 m
Descent 351 m

The 3rd stage of the long-distance cycle route "Waldrandroute Nord" takes you on a 29.6 km route from Ohrdruf to Ilmenau through the picturesque ...

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from David Lehmann,   Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 55.4 km
Duration 10:30 h
Ascent 470 m
Descent 471 m

This circular route connects the residential city of Gotha with the mountain town of Tambach-Dietharz and the small stream town of Ohrdruf.

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from Enrico Eisenach,   Thuringian Forest
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Geographically, Luisenthal is located in the Thuringian Forest and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The region is known for its forests, which are perfect for hiking. But other outdoor activities such as cycling or skiing are also possible here.

One of the tourist attractions in Luisenthal is the 18th century Friedrichswerth Castle with its beautiful garden and park. Here you can learn about the history of the village and enjoy the view of the surrounding area.

Culturally interested people will also find what they are looking for in Luisenthal: The local history museum provides insights into the life of people in earlier times and displays historical objects from the region as well as works of art by local artists.

For culinary delights, we recommend visiting one of the traditional restaurants where regional specialities are served - be sure to try "Thuringian dumplings"!

Even if the weather is bad, you don't have to miss out on activities: In nearby Gotha there are numerous museums to visit, such as the Duke's Museum or the Natural History Museum, as well as theatre performances at the Ekhof Theatre.

But the best thing will probably be to simply be out and about: Discover the Thuringian Forest while hiking or cycling and enjoy the beautiful nature, especially in autumn when the leaves turn colourful. In winter, the town offers numerous opportunities for skiing and tobogganing.

So, Luisenthal is a versatile destination for all seasons - whether you are interested in culture, outdoor enthusiasts or connoisseurs of regional cuisine. Hopefully, this Travel Guide has given you some useful travel tips and whetted your appetite for a visit to Luisenthal!

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  • October 06, 2025
    Tanja K.
    October 03, 2025
    Ich hab den seichteren Aufstieg (Teerstraße auf der linken Seite) genutzt und bin dann über die Staumauer und den Weg gegen den Uhrzeigersinn. Bis auf den Anstieg zur Staumauer hat man kaum nennenswerte Steigungen und kann die Talsperre gemütlich umrunden und zwischen durch die herrlichen Aussichten genießen. Der Weg wechselt zwischen grobem, bröckeligem Teer und Schotter. Es gibt genügend Sitzmöglichkeiten zum Rasten und 3 Touringen Stempelstellen. Das Wasser schimmert, je nach Sonneneinstrahlung, von tiefblau über türkis bis ins grüne. Ab und an kommt man imposanten Felsen vorbei. Kurz gesagt: die Tour war einfach herrlich.
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    Written October 06, 2025
  • March 03, 2025
    Thomas Güntert
    March 03, 2025
    Schöne, durch Baumrodungen sehr aussichtsreiche Wanderung. Anfangs etwas eintönig bergauf auf dem breiten Weg.
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    Written March 03, 2025
  • August 13, 2024
    Peter Lindner
    August 01, 2024
    Wir sind die ganze Strecke, von Saalfeld bis Hörschel und weiter den Werra Radweg gefahren. Landschaftlich ist die Route sehr zu empfehlen, wenn man vor Anstiegen nicht zurück schreckt. Da es kein Flußradweg ist, muss man mit diesem Profil rechnen. Die Wege sind nicht alle befestigt, meist aber gut befahrbar. Die Wegweisung ist gut, aber noch nicht vollständig, besonders in Ilmenau irritierte die Wegweisung durch die Einbahnstraßen. Die Radroute ist sehr gut geeignet, den Werraradweg noch besser anzubinden und die schönen Städte, wie Bad BLankenburg, Königsee, Ilmenau, Ohrdruf, Friedrichroda, Bad Tabarz und Eisenach zu besuchen. Ab Langewiesen erreicht man, über den Bahntrassenradweg, recht zügig auch den Rennsteig.
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    Written August 13, 2024
  • May 17, 2018
    Brokk Oli
    May 10, 2018
    Wir sind vorletzte Woche zu Himmelfahrt die Route gefahren. Es ist ein landschaftlicher Traum. Man hat fast durchgängig Blick auf die Talsperre und fährt dabei durch Wälder und an Steinbrüchen vorbei. Man hat ständig Lust einen Halt einzulegen und die Gegend zu erkunden oder ins Wasser zu springen. Interessant ist, dass man einen kleinen Umweg nach Oberhof machen kann. Die Route war trotz des Feiertages nicht hoch frequentiert.
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    Written May 17, 2018
    Bicycle Rides
    Ohratalsperre
  • November 05, 2017
    Jörg Schmitt
    November 05, 2017
    Schöne leichte Strecke, Wenn das Wetter mal nicht so schön ist und es ist feucht kann man diese Strecke laufen da der weg sehr gut ausgebaut ist. Es sind viele schöne Aussichtspunkte.
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    Written November 05, 2017
    Hiking Trail
    Luisenthal Talsperre
  • April 30, 2017
    Sabine Vogt
    Schöne Runde!
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    Written April 30, 2017
  • April 09, 2016
    Mathias Pohl
    Schöner MTB Weg, weitgehend feste Wege. Vor Oberhof auf dem Rennsteig Radweg. Eher 950 Höhenmeter.
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    Written April 09, 2016

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