Normannstein Castle in Treffurt – Cycle Path Along the Cliffs loop from Eigenrieden

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Normannstein Castle in Treffurt – Cycle Path Along the Cliffs loop from Eigenrieden

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Normannstein Castle in Treffurt – Cycle Path Along the Cliffs loop from Eigenrieden

03:30

53.2km

470m

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: October 1, 2026

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17.8 km

Normannstein Castle in Treffurt

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The castle sits on a mountain spur about 100 meters above the town on the Werra and is a well-preserved ruin of a spur castle.

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20.5 km

View of Normannstein Castle

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The castle is 290 meters above Treffurt.

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26.4 km

Werratal Cliffs Near Frankenroda and Falken

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When I reached the cliffs I could hardly believe what I was seeing. There they stood, towering, mighty and impressive, and it was as if the cycle path had forced …

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26.5 km

Cycle Path Along the Cliffs

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It's very impressive to cycle right next to the cliffs. The cycle path is in good condition, but quite narrow.

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33.0 km

View of Normannstein Castle

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37.9 km

Töpferberg Pass With Remnants of the Old Road

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Directly above the cycle path there is an ancient country road marked by curbs.

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39.1 km

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40.0 km

Normannstein Stop

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Popular as a starting point for hikes or bike tours over the Normannstein to Treffurt.

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43.5 km

Unstrut-Werra Cycle Path: Diedorf to Wendehausen

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The cycle path between Diedorf and Wendehausen leads along a former railway line, the Unstrut-Werra cycle path, with moderate inclines.
The best time to ride this cycle path is in …

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