The Towns of Thuringia Cycle Route links seven of Thuringia’s prettiest towns, passing through some of the most scenic and historically fascinating parts of the region. This long-distance cycle route is particularly suited to touring cyclists and the culturally minded. As part of the D4 route, it is connected to Germany’s network of long-distance cycle routes and links Eisenach, home to Wartburg Castle, in western Thuringia and Altenburg, reputed to be where the card game skat originated, in the east.
Eisenach - Gotha 37 km
Gotha - Erfurt 41 km
Erfurt - Weimar 24 km
Weimar - Jena 24 km
Jena - Gera 61 km
Gera - Altenburg 43 km
The latest information on diversions, roadworks and closures is available in the Thuringia cycle route planner.