from Ehrenberg(Erfurt Hauptbahnhof)
to Wutha-Farnroda(Meiningen Altstadt)
E-Bike: 2h 27
Bike: 3h 22
A climbing first day leaving Erfurt's old town and crossing the wooded Thuringian Forest before the long descent to Meiningen.
Four days, four river systems and a steady drift from Thuringia's forests to the edge of the Black Forest.
Layered clothing for ridge descents, a light rain shell, and a spare tube - bike shops thin out between towns.
54 km
Medium
Cycle Path, Small Road
Erfurt sits on the ICE high-speed line; bikes need a reservation on long-distance trains.
From Pforzheim regional trains reach Karlsruhe and Stuttgart in under an hour, both with onward bike-friendly connections.
4h 12m
1,120 m
E-Bike, Gravel Bike
Mostly Tarmac (10-25% gravel)
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· Quiet
Mixed wind
Distance: 14.8 km, Max gradient: 9.6%, Peak: 819 m
UNESCO World Heritage baroque palace with the largest ceiling fresco in the world.
Distance: 7.0 km, Max gradient: 8.0%, Peak: 980 m
Backpack
Water purification system
Hiking boots
Weather-appropriate clothing
Hat and sunglasses
Headlamp/flashlight
Multi-tool/knife
Water bottles or hydration system
High-energy snacks
Lightweight, non-perishable meals
Map and compass
First aid kit
Emergency whistle
Multi-day trekking poles
Lightweight, compact rain gear
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Toiletries (travel-sized)
Quick-dry towel
Camera and/or smartphone
Portable charger
Identification
Emergency contact information
Cash and/or credit cards
Binoculars
Trekking guidebook
Travel journal and pen
