Jena is located in Thuringia in the middle reaches of the Saale and is embedded in a landscape surrounded by limestone slopes. In addition to many sights, Jena also offers varied cycling and hiking trails and nearby castles and palaces.
Goethe, Schiller, Zeiss, Abbe, Schott—all of these personalities are inextricably linked with Jena and visitors come across them on all voyages of discovery through the city. A short trip to Jena is enough. Tourist Attractions: How to Visit This
The surrounding natural landscape, on the other hand, is perfect for all kinds of activities: the wonderful SaaleHorizontale with all the spectacular viewpoints, refreshment stops, and sights along the way is an unforgettable experience for every runner and hiker. Thanks to routes such as the Novalisweg, the Lutherweg, or the numerous guided tours, every active guest will find their way through Jena’s surroundings.
Numerous tours along the Saale are recommended for excursions by bike. But there are also guided tours of castles and other sightseeing tours for bikers. For every fan of activity and nature, the city of light has something to offer.