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Mining history in Laudenbach

The abundance of ore at Klinge, where iron ore was found at the surface, formed the basis for the mining settlement of Laudenbach. Mining is therefore closely linked to the origins of the settlement: the mineral resources at Klinge mark the beginning of its history. As you explore Laudenbach, this connection provides a tangible historical context for the hiking trails that pass through the area.

Hiking trails around Laudenbach

The “Rennsteig-Leiter Trusetal” hike runs from the waterfall via Fünf Gärten, Laudenbach, Laudenbach village square and the mining trail to Hohe Klinge, Judenkopf and Dreiherrnstein, or the Rennsteig. The mining trail connects with the history of the mining settlement and gives the route a tangible link to Laudenbach’s development. This way, the trail combines the area’s mining heritage with a hike that also includes the Rennsteig.

The “Triniusweg” hiking trail follows forest paths through the Bairodaer Aue up to Laudenbach and on to the Trusetal Waterfall. If you want to focus on the forest path through the Bairodaer Aue and the climb to Laudenbach, this offers a different route from the Rennsteig-Leiter.

The “Panoramablicke” circular hiking trail leads to a barbecue area with views over the Werra Valley and past the “Green Classroom,” where information about flora and fauna is available. The route thus focuses on both a viewpoint and information about nature. Conditions at the viewpoint may vary, and the information on site may change.

When planning your tour, it is worth checking the current route, as trails may change. This will help you understand the stages described before setting out and bear in mind that the nature information at the “Green Classroom” may also change.

In the wider Brotterode-Trusetal destination

In the wider Brotterode-Trusetal destination, the Trusetal Waterfall plunges 60 metres over a granite formation in three cascades. The waterfall is switched off in winter. Next to it, visitors can climb a staircase with 228 steps.

The Wallenburger Tower on the edge of Trusetal is a monument to Romanesque architecture dating from the 13th century. The local history museum in Trusetal was established and is run by the Trusetal Mining and Local History Association. After a guided tour of the “Hühn” visitor mine, visitors can search for mineral stones at “Klonike am Hühn.”

Other activities are also described in the wider Brotterode-Trusetal destination: a hut by the Naturpark-Weg at Pfingstweide offers a place to rest. The Inselsberg cycle route is about 17 kilometres long and starts at the bus station in Brotterode. Alongside the hiking trails near Laudenbach, a rest stop on the Naturpark-Weg and a named cycle route therefore offer different ideas for planning your trip.

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