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Geisenhain

Franzosenkreuz Memorial Cross – Meusebach Village loop from Meusebach

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Saale-Holzland-Kreis
Geisenhain

Franzosenkreuz Memorial Cross – Meusebach Village loop from Meusebach

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Franzosenkreuz Memorial Cross – Meusebach Village loop from Meusebach

01:29

5.16km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

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550 m

Wildmeisterstein Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Tucked away in the forest west of Meusebach stands the Wildmeisterstein. Once upon a time, a hunter
more precisely, a ducal game master named Heinrich Jobst Hunter, who caught a …

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1.81 km

interesting technical ambience with historical flair, but z. Currently in the hands of an unfriendly owner who does not tolerate visitors to her premises

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1.93 km

Meusebach in the Saale-Holzland district is the center of the event. Charcoal production can also be seen there.

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1.93 km

Medieval Village Meusebach

Highlight • Historical Site

It's very interesting. Guided tours are also offered.

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1.93 km

Charcoal Kilns in Alt Meusebach

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A picturesque valley that ends in a small village – former charcoal kilns can be visited, and donkeys might stumble over your feet. The cute little houses are well worth a look!

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2.25 km

Franzosenkreuz Memorial Cross

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Laasan, beyond Jena, is said to be the forgotten village. But that's not true. Napoleon's troops plundered Laasan just as much.

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2.63 km

Meusebach Village

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Sweet sleepy village with many half-timbered houses

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4.14 km

Hiking Car Park Meusebach

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Small parking lot for about 6 cars. Great starting point for a hike to Meusebach charcoal factory and Wolfersdorf Castle

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5.16 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.32 km

1.78 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.67 km

1.19 km

1.02 km

658 m

539 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

29°C

13°C

11 %

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