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Schwedenschanze Fortification – Kreuzchen Observation Tower loop from Arnstadt

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Schwedenschanze Fortification – Kreuzchen Observation Tower loop from Arnstadt

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Schwedenschanze Fortification – Kreuzchen Observation Tower loop from Arnstadt

02:23

8.13km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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1.26 km

Schwedenschanze (Alteburg) near Arnstadt

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The remains of a prehistoric rampart, south of the Neolithic and La Tène period inhabited hilltop settlement of Alteburg.

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1.28 km

Schwedenschanze Fortification

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Remains of a prehistoric rampart, inhabited hilltop settlement from the Neolithic period Alteburg.

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2.18 km

Kreuzchen Observation Tower

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The hike begins in Espenfeld and initially leads through the forest. After a while you reach the Hartberg, where you have a wonderful view of the surrounding area. Then you …

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3.83 km

Bench With a View of the Forest

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Nice hike with variety for young and old

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5.86 km

Bach Monument and Sound Sculpture "The Art of Fugue" (Arnstadt)

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Here you can test your musical skills

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5.88 km

Shelter at 'Die Kunst der Fuge' Memorial

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small shelter at "The Art of the Fugue"

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6.51 km

View of Arnstadt and the Jonastal from Königsstuhl

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Nice view of the Jonastal.

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6.97 km

View of Jungfernsprung from Felseck

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Nice view of the Jonastal. not far from the Alteburg.

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8.13 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.98 km

2.77 km

228 m

153 m

Surfaces

4.47 km

3.26 km

329 m

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