Nature Reserve Guide
Krahnberg - Kriegberg is a nature reserve located northwest of Gotha in Thuringia, Germany. This protected area is characterized by its diverse landscape, shaped by Muschelkalk uplifts, featuring prominent elevations like the Krahnberg and Goldberg. The terrain includes dense forests, semi-dry grasslands, and wetlands, providing varied environments for outdoor activities. Its unique natural features and varied topography make Krahnberg - Kriegberg suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
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4.6
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4.7
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275
hikers
5.20km
01:24
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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72
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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52
hikers
5.98km
01:36
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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36
hikers
11.5km
03:12
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(15)
423
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
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84
riders
72.5km
03:29
900m
900m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
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86
riders
49.1km
01:59
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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73
riders
40.3km
01:38
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
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149
riders
16.8km
00:59
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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38
riders
22.2km
01:59
430m
430m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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30
riders
60.9km
04:04
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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34
riders
15.6km
00:53
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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57
runners
7.69km
00:48
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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31
runners
16.6km
01:52
230m
230m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.28km
00:59
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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17
runners
11.0km
01:17
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
47
riders
64.8km
03:35
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
48.6km
02:48
270m
270m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
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8
riders
25.4km
01:35
150m
150m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5
riders
25.2km
01:31
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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13
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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11
riders
35.3km
02:14
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(1)
13
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(4)
10
riders
37.0km
02:18
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Krahnberg - Kriegberg offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The area features more than 100 routes across these sports. Visitors have rated the routes an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Popular road cycling routes include the Marienthal Bridge – View of Veste Wachsenburg loop from Gotha, which is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km) long. Another option is the Gotha Old Town – Cycle path on old railway line loop from Gotha, an easy route covering approximately 30.5 miles (49.0 km). More routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes in Krahnberg - Kriegberg guide.
Yes, Krahnberg - Kriegberg features several easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. An example is the Berggarten Gotha – Panorama Trail Gotha–Krahnberg loop, which is about 4.2 miles (6.7 km) long. More easy options can be found in the Easy hikes in Krahnberg - Kriegberg guide.
As a designated nature reserve, cycling within Krahnberg - Kriegberg is generally restricted to marked paths and trails. Cycling off-path is prohibited to protect sensitive habitats and wildlife. It is important to observe all local signage regarding access and restrictions.
A popular touring cycling route is the Remstädt–Goldbach cycle path – Remstädter Pond loop from Goldbach, an easy route of about 10.5 miles (16.9 km). Another option is the more challenging Bürgerturm Krahnberg – Bürgerturm Gotha loop from Gotha, which is approximately 13.8 miles (22.2 km). Additional routes are detailed in the Cycling in Krahnberg - Kriegberg guide.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Krahnberg - Kriegberg. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, Touring Cycling, Hiking, Running Trails, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking. There is also a guide for Attractions.
Krahnberg - Kriegberg is characterized by its geological origins from Muschelkalk uplifts, creating elevations like the Krahnberg (431.3 m) and Goldberg. The reserve features diverse habitats including dense forests, semi-dry grasslands, and wetlands. It is home to various protected species and numerous endangered plant species, including 12 orchid varieties.
Yes, Krahnberg - Kriegberg offers mountain biking routes. An example is the Müller-Tempel Pavilion – Lüderitzbrunnen loop from Gotha, a moderate route of about 7.0 miles (11.2 km). More options are available in the MTB Trails in Krahnberg - Kriegberg guide.
The reserve features historical elements such as the Müller-Tempel, an observation point built in 1902, and the Mühlsteinbrunnen. These sites offer insights into the area's past and provide points of interest along trails. The Krahnberg itself offers views of the surrounding landscape.
Information regarding the Krahnberg - Kriegberg nature reserve is managed by local nature conservation authorities. For inquiries, contact the Lower Nature Conservation Authority (Untere Naturschutzbehörde) at the district office of Gotha. The phone number is 03621 214-193.
Routes in Krahnberg - Kriegberg have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 300 users who have completed routes in the area. Over 2,000 visitors have explored the region using komoot.
Yes, Krahnberg - Kriegberg offers jogging routes. A moderate option is the Bridge Over the Wilder Graben – Leinakanal loop from Gotha, approximately 4.8 miles (7.7 km) long. Another route is the Shelter on Herrenweg – Fahner View Hut loop from Gotha, a difficult route of about 10.3 miles (16.6 km). More options are available in the Running Trails in Krahnberg - Kriegberg guide.

