Discover Hohenwarte

Hiking trails and a viewpoint

The trails in the municipal area of Hohenwarte include the H1–H5 circular hiking trails and a section of the Hohenwarte Reservoir Trail. When choosing a route, you can therefore consider both the locally named circular trails and a section of the reservoir trail. The H2 circular hiking trail also takes you to a viewpoint above the Hohenwarte passenger boat service and the dam hiking car park. If you would like to include a specific destination in your hiking plans, H2 is the explicitly named route to this viewpoint.

The combination of circular trails and a viewpoint makes hiking a tangible focus for your stay. When planning, you can first decide whether to focus on one of the circular routes or the viewpoint accessible via H2. This allows you to tailor your search for a holiday apartment in Hohenwarte to the activities that matter most for your trip.

Guided tours and boat trips

The guided tours differ considerably in their approximate duration: A tour of the dam takes about 45 minutes, while a tour of the Hohenwarte II pumped-storage plant takes about two hours. The combined tour of the Hohenwarte II pumped-storage plant and the dam takes about three hours. This comparison gives you a specific time frame for choosing between an individual tour and the longer combined option. If you are planning with children, the approximate durations can help you fit a tour into your shared daily schedule.

Another highlight is the boat service linking Hohenwarte with Saalthal Alter and travelling back from there to Hohenwarte. This means that, alongside hiking trails and guided tours, you can also plan around the two named endpoints of a boat connection. For specific day-to-day planning, it is advisable to check the current timetable.

Find a holiday apartment to suit your interests

When looking for a holiday apartment in Hohenwarte, it is worth identifying your main interest first: Should hiking trails and the viewpoint, a guided tour or the boat service shape your stay? Once you have decided, you can assess specific listings more precisely based on their stated location, rather than choosing accommodation solely by the place name.

In the wider Saalfeld-Rudolstadt destination

The wider Saalfeld-Rudolstadt destination offers further regional perspectives on landscapes and activities. The district’s hiking landscape stretches from the Saale Valley to the Thuringian Forest and includes quiet woodlands, expansive views and cultural and historical sights along the trails. In the Saalfeld-Rudolstadt district, the Hohenwarte Reservoir Trail is a quality hiking trail certified by the German Hiking Association; its well-marked routes offer an impressive nature experience.

Cycling is another focus there: The Saale Cycle Route combines nature and culture with well-developed cycling infrastructure in the district. The technically challenging Feen-Bike Trail is suitable for experienced riders. The Schiefergebirgs-Trophy offers demanding cycling routes that require strength and skill. On the Saale, you can enjoy relaxed or sporty canoe trips through unspoilt landscapes. For water hiking, boats can be hired at various locations, and guided tours and raft trips are available; offerings may vary depending on the season.

When looking for a holiday apartment, you can therefore distinguish between Hohenwarte’s local highlights and the wider range of themes offered by the Saalfeld-Rudolstadt destination. First decide which experiences are most important for your stay, then compare the stated location of a specific listing with your plans.

Discover more destinations

Discover more destinations: Leutnitz, Lehesten, Saalfeld, Oberweißbach/Thüringer Wald, Unterweißbach, Deesbach, Remda-Teichel, Meura.

To the wider travel overview: Saalfeld-Rudolstadt.