Herleshausen is a region situated between the Werra Valley and the green ridges of the Ringgau, bordering the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. This area is characterized by a rolling mountainous landscape with distinctive hills and valleys, offering diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. The Werra River plays a central role, shaping the landscape and providing opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Herleshausen offers a variety of outdoor activities…
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Average rating
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4.8
(409)
1,579
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(31)
201
riders
41.6km
02:56
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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173
riders
107km
06:36
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(33)
144
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(23)
87
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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20
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41
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10.9km
03:03
210m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
25.2km
07:16
570m
570m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.3
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51
riders
28.1km
01:44
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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182
riders
42.6km
03:10
490m
490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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43
riders
32.7km
01:52
120m
120m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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13
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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34
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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14
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
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12
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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10
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26.8km
01:21
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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17
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32.7km
02:08
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
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63.2km
04:13
1,010m
1,010m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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27
riders
48.6km
02:33
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
riders
57.7km
03:07
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
6.66km
00:41
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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11.1km
01:11
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.62km
01:02
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Herleshausen offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 170 routes, with an average rating of 4.63 stars from over 19,000 visitors.
The Werra Cycle Path is a prominent route, offering scenic views along the Werra River. Cyclists can explore diverse landscapes and historic villages. For more options, refer to the Cycling around Herleshausen guide.
Herleshausen provides numerous hiking opportunities with routes varying in difficulty. Notable trails include the 'Brandenburg Castle Ruins – St. Martin's Church loop' and the 'Franzosenkreuz – Siegelshof loop'. Detailed information is available in the Hiking around Herleshausen guide.
The hilly terrain of Herleshausen, nestled between the Ringgau and the Thuringian Forest, provides suitable conditions for mountain biking. There are 15 dedicated mountain biking routes in the region. Explore specific trails in the MTB Trails around Herleshausen guide.
The Werra Cycle Path is generally easy to navigate and suitable for various experience levels, including families. The region's diverse cycling options cater to different preferences. For traffic-free options, consult the Traffic-free bike rides around Herleshausen guide.
Herleshausen is situated between the Werra Valley and the green ridges of the Ringgau, bordering the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. The Werra River plays a central role, and the area features a rolling mountainous landscape with distinctive hills and valleys.
The region features several historical sites, including Schloss Augustenau and Rittergut Willershausen. The ruins of Brandenburg Castle and Ludwigstein Castle are also notable attractions that can be incorporated into outdoor activities.
Free e-bike charging stations are available in Herleshausen-Altefeld. Another charging station is located on the Bäckerei Stange car park in Herleshausen itself.
The outdoor routes in Herleshausen are highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars. More than 19,000 visitors have shared their experiences across the 170 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Cycling around Herleshausen, Hiking around Herleshausen, and MTB Trails around Herleshausen. Guides for Road Cycling, Gravel biking, and Running Trails are also available.
The central phone number for the municipal administration of Herleshausen is 05654/9895-0. Additional information can be found on the official website.
The official website for Herleshausen is www.herleshausen.de. This site provides information about the community and local services.

