Wanderung: Natur & Geschichte in Goseck erleben

In the organizer's words:

Untouched forests, a trip to the Neolithic Age and a legendary castle

Hiking excursion: experience nature & history in Goseck

What awaits you

We meet at the main train station in Halle and travel together to Leißling, where the actual tour starts. From the train stop, it is only a few meters into the almost untouched nature. The Saale floodplain near Goseck is unique and is a nature reserve. Grey herons, storks and other birds have settled here and, with a bit of luck, we might spot them. Below the imposing sandstone cliffs, our tour takes us past a historically significant vineyard to the Siedichgrund, into a unique, ancient forest - at this time of year, we can enjoy the spring snowflake blossom there, an impressive natural spectacle! If you come to Goseck, you should not miss two other attractions. First, we pay a visit to the legendary solar observatory. The 7000-year-old circular ditch is part of the "Sky Paths" and shows us a lot about astronomical knowledge in the Neolithic Age. We then visit Goseck Castle, once a castle and Benedictine monastery - it lies high above the Saale valley and is an important stop on the Romanesque Route. From there, we make our way back over the Igelsberg, which once again offers breathtaking views of the Saale valley. The Leißling stop then marks the end of our circular tour, and from there we return to Halle together.

The highlights of this tour

• Saale floodplain near Goseck (NSG)

• Goseck Dechantenberg

• Märzenbächerwiese

• Midwife forest

• Solar observatory

• Goseck Castle

• Hedgehog Hill

Tour information

Meeting point: Halle (Saale) main station

Arrival: Train journey approx. 30 minutes, without changing trains

Starting point of the hike: Leipßling train stop

Destination: Leipßling train stop (circular walk)

Length: 13.1 km

Elevation gain: 175 m (up), 161 m (down)

Duration: 3.5 h pure walking time + enjoyment and information stops or sightseeing (approx. 6 h in total)

Difficulty: easy - medium (also suitable for less experienced hikers)

Max. Group size: 20 people

Ticket price: 10 € (plus travel costs)

About me

Hey, I'm Thomas, a certified hiking guide with the German Hiking Association and a passionate hiker. My heart beats for the wonderful landscapes of my home region. Whether Saale-Unstrut, (southern) Harz or the Lower Saale Valley. From Halle, it often takes less than an hour to reach breathtaking natural and cultural landscapes that are waiting to be discovered. My preference: quiet paths, ancient places of power, the most beautiful views. I would like to share my passion with you here and invite you to come with me - into the breathtaking, mysterious and beautiful nature on your doorstep. I look forward to seeing you there!

Why I love this tour

The tour offers both: tranquil, untouched nature as well as a multitude of historical and cultural highlights - a real treat!

Participation & registration

• The number of participants is limited to 20 people.
• Please book your ticket in good time to secure your place.
• You will receive the exact meeting point and arrival details approximately 2-3 weeks before the tour after booking your ticket.

Catering & tips

• We will take a longer break on the way - please bring something for a small picnic.
• Please make sure you have enough water with you.
• We meet at the main train station and travel together - this connects us and feels like a hiking day in the past. Of course, you can also come directly to the starting point of the tour if you prefer.
• Participation is at your own risk.
• The tour takes place in all weathers (except storms or similar) - so sturdy shoes, weatherproof clothing and a good mood are a must 😉