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Germany
Thuringia
Wartburgkreis
Ruhla

Frankenstein Cycling Route – View of Altenstein Castle loop from Ruhla

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Bike touring routes & trails
Germany
Thuringia
Wartburgkreis
Ruhla

Frankenstein Cycling Route – View of Altenstein Castle loop from Ruhla

Hard

4.5

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33

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Frankenstein Cycling Route – View of Altenstein Castle loop from Ruhla

02:56

36.4km

660m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

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195 m

Ruhla Market Square

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small nice cozy place, only unfortunately most of the shops are closed.

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2

6.14 km

Shelter at Sallmannshäuser Rennsteig

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3

9.38 km

Scenic Fork in the Thuringian Forest

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The restaurant is currently closed. It's a moderate trail, take a snack and a drink with you. In summer the kissel is definitely open. The tour is a lot of fun, going through the forest for the most part.

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4

13.4 km

Frankenstein Cycling Route

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Fast connection of the monastery and Gräfen-Nitzendorf on foot and by bike.

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5

17.7 km

Neuroth Marshland

Highlight • Natural Monument

Where it says swampland, there is swampland inside. Quite a lot of animals but also very beautiful

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6

17.8 km

Heather landscape in the Werra meadows

Highlight • Natural

Such heathland landscapes have become rare, which is why the sight made my heart beat faster.

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7

21.7 km

View of Altenstein Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Very nice 🏰 with interesting park

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8

29.5 km

Brautborn Spring

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This is a popular place to refuel, especially in summer.

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36.4 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.8 km

10.3 km

3.29 km

2.97 km

Surfaces

16.2 km

12.5 km

7.35 km

311 m

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Friday 22 May

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