Treetop path in the Hainich National Park

This enchanting grouse nature trail winds its way through the treetops and offers you a unique perspective on this species-rich habitat. On your tour you will discover a lot of interesting and amazing facts about the flora and fauna of the Hainich. Climbing elements on the path also provide some thrills. From the 44-meter-high observation tower you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the Thuringian basin and the Hainich.

New in Eisenach

Packrafting on the Hörsel, that is pure relaxation. Let yourself drift through Eisenach on the Hörsel and experience the city from completely new perspectives. Packrafting is a combination of hiking and paddling, whereby your equipment is ultra-light and has very little packing size.

Wildcat village Hütscheroda

Here you can see the heraldic animal of the Hainich National Park, the wildcat. This endangered species is kept here in a natural enclosure. So keep your eyes open - between all the greenery it is difficult to spot. But you can watch it very closely during the show feeding.

On the way by bike

Eisenach is a good starting point to explore the region around the Wartburg by bike. A well-developed network of attractive cycle paths and long-distance cycle routes branches out from here. No matter whether relaxed along the Werra or sporty on the Radrennsteig, here every cyclist gets his money's worth.

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• www.werratal.de
• www.rennsteig.de
• www.tourismus-thueringer-wald.de

Fun-climbing forest Bad Tabarz

At the foot of the nearby Inselsberg mountain, outdoor sports enthusiasts who are fit for heights will find a small Eldorado. Here you can experience pure adrenalin. In the 6 fun course (80 elements) you can dumit a bobby-car, a sledge, a snowboard, a riding seesaw, a riding hammock or jet through the treetops on a BMX bike.

Hiking between legends and fairy tales

The patron saint of Eisenach is St. George the Dragonslayer – so it is not surprising that Eisenach is home not only to a St. George’s Church but also to a Dragon Gorge that is shrouded in myth. This impressive and mystical gorge is just 68 centimetres wide at its narrowest point. The rock formations in the Elves Grotto in the Thuringian Forest are also straight out of a fairy tale landscape. If you still want more, you can go for a hike along the five long-distance trails that pass through Eisenach, such as the famous Rennsteig. Reward yourself on the way back with a visit to the scenic restaurant Phantasie.

A treat to eat

Enjoy coffee and cake in one of the many cafés in town. Often located in impressive townhouses, the cakes taste especially good. Be sure to try the delicious cheesecake at Café Brühein, or enjoy a snack at the Zucker & Zimt Café-Restaurant, with delicious ice cream in summer and tasty chocolates in winter. If you prefer more hearty fare, don’t miss the original Thuringian dumplings or bratwurst.

More to discover

Discover Eisenach with Heiko Kleff, the Tour Guide with the Red Shoes. You’ll find him walking around town as Martin Luther, Henry the Monk or Santa Claus, always wearing his trademark red shoes. Or take a little trip to Hörselmühle Schönau with café and bakery, where you can buy real handmade bread baked according to the old tradition. In the evening, be sure to stop by Jazzclub Eisenach, the oldest jazz club in eastern Germany. 

Shopping with a clear conscience

You’ll find lots of beautiful and colourful handmade things in the shop of Treff3 in Schmelzer Straße. Here you are guaranteed to come across a creative handmade gift to take back home. Or how about upcycling – you can buy vintage and industrial design at Vintage Werft Eisenach. For delicate, cheerful craftsmanship in gold, check out Goldschmiede Elisabeth von Thüringen. Be sure to take a look at the handcrafted jewellery. Or visit the Gerold Jakob leather goods shop in Querstraße for a nice selection of handbags, leather belts and purses.