Bad Sulza Wine Hiking Trail

Short Description

One could not even count the many grapevines growing by the wayside.

Description

The wine hiking trail lives up to its name. The starting point for the hike is the Thuringian Wine Gate (S). From there, head towards the "Louise" graduation tower.
The residential street "Am Gradierwerk" leads to a nature path towards Sonnendorf, the Sonnendorfer Hang (1) is surrounded by vines.

Crossing one of the next vineyard slopes, you will cross the invisible border to Saxony-Anhalt (2), continuing towards Sonnendorf (3).

A worthwhile detour is the Sonnendorf rest area (4). From the covered seating area, you have a beautiful view over the vineyards and towards Bad Sulza.

Next, continue straight on the high path towards Bad Sulza. Upon arrival, pass under the railway underpass (5) and continue towards the spa park with the historic inhalatorium and the tourist information office (6). There you will receive the stamp for the hike. Then continue towards Ilm, the next destination being a water wheel (7).
Via switchbacks, you will ascend to the replica of Goethe's garden house (8). Continuing along the parking lot of the Tuscany Therme, you will finally reach the Thuringian Wine Gate.
Extended Tour Description:
Thuringian Wine Gate - Under the Sonnenburg - At Sonnendorfer Hang - Sonnendorfer seating area - Under the Sonnenberge - Spa park with tourist information - Goethe Garden House 2 - Thuringian Wine Gate

Due to the hilly landscape and special light, the area is also called the "Thuringian Tuscany." Mild climate and the valley location make viticulture possible.
Hiking equipment is recommended.
Route Characteristics:
Forest and field paths, nature trails, a stretch along the road, footpaths
Tip: Directly at the start is the Louise graduation tower. Here, brine trickles over the branches of the blackthorn, creating a salty, fine precipitate that is beneficial for the bronchi. Take a deep breath here!

Route Description

Thuringian Wine Gate - Under the Sonnenburg - At Sonnendorfer Hang - Sonnendorfer seating area - Under the Sonnenberge - Spa park with tourist information - Goethe Garden House 2 - Thuringian Wine Gate

The area around Bad Sulza is called the Thuringian Tuscany. The hilly landscape and sometimes the special light remind of the region in Italy. Mild climate and the valley location make viticulture possible. Wine has been cultivated here for over 800 years. The vineyards around Bad Sulza and Auerstedt are characterized by Muschelkalk. Where orchids also feel at home, fruity grape varieties thrive. Even red wines achieve convincing quality.

Travel Information

Start at the Thuringian Wine Gate. You can reach it by entering the address in your navigation system: Am Gradierwerk 1, 99518 Bad Sulza. It's only a few minutes' walk from the train station along Albert-Lindner-Str.

Parking Information

Free parking is available at the graduation tower.

Equipment

Hiking clothing or hiking shoes are recommended. Walking sticks also come in handy on this route. Route characteristics: forest and field paths, nature trails, a stretch along the road towards Sonnendorf, footpaths in the village.