Discover Schönhagen: Show Garden, Views and Trails

A show garden tracing history

The Schönhagen Show Garden opened in 2003 on land belonging to the non-profit association Kuhmuhne Schönhagen e.V. in Schönhagen near Bad Heiligenstadt. Its circular layout presents the introduction of many cultivated plants to Central Europe in historical order. A walk through the garden takes you from depictions of the Neolithic period through the Middle Ages to the present day.

The chronological sequence is the guiding idea: it explores the history of cultivated plants across several eras. Anyone interested in this development will find a different focus here than at a viewpoint or on a hike. This makes the show garden a specific cultural point of interest in Schönhagen when planning your trip.

Views and trails nearby

The Schönhagen viewpoint is in Schönhagen at an elevation of around 470 m. Nearby, the field chapel near Schönhagen stands on a hill beside the road to Röhrig; it was built in 1827. The viewpoint is notable for its approximate elevation, while the chapel is defined by its historic building and its location beside the road.

The 4-Länderblick Panorama Trail can be reached from Schönhagen via a farm track towards Röhrig. If you would like to include a hike in your day’s plans, this gives you a specific starting point and direction. By contrast, the walk through the show garden follows a historical sequence of plants, giving the two themes different focuses.

Uder: more nature and culture

Uder lies on the Leine River and is surrounded by hills. Its extensive green spaces offer opportunities for play and sports; the Leinepark has a cyclists’ rest stop where cyclists can take a break. While Schönhagen begins with garden history, Uder focuses on landscape, open spaces and a place for cyclists to rest.

The school history of the Eichsfeld region also has a specific connection to Uder: the School Museum is located in the Regelschule Uder, Schulstraße 4, 37318 Uder. It features an old classroom, historical furnishings and exhibits on the school history of the Eichsfeld region. If you are planning a visit, check visiting arrangements in advance.

St. James’s Church in Uder adds to the town’s cultural history. The present-day church stands almost on the same site as an original church that was already there around 1100. Its historic furnishings include a winged altar and high altar, a baptismal font and carved pew ends. Another sight is the carved equestrian statue of Saint George, about 40 centimetres high; its origins are uncertain.

Choose what to focus on when looking for accommodation

When looking for a holiday apartment in Schönhagen, start by considering which themes you would like to shape your stay. The show garden and the outdoor attractions mentioned above make Schönhagen the focus; for additional nature and cultural themes, include Uder in your plans. This way, you can base your search on the places and experiences that interest you.

Discover more destinations: Geismar, Bodenrode-Westhausen, Volkerode, Kleinbartloff, Sonnenstein, Asbach-Sickenberg, Schimberg.

For the overview of the wider region: Eichsfeld.