In the organizer's words:

Wild horses - wild forest - wild orchids

Hiking excursion: To the "Rödel" near Freyburg (Unstrut)

What awaits you

We meet at the main station in Halle and travel together to Kleinjena, where the actual tour starts. From the train stop, we first walk through the picturesque village and then take a variant of the Way of St. James up to Großwilsdorf. From there, we head across a wide plain directly into the "Tote Täler" nature reserve - a natural area that is unparalleled in our region, with meadows of wild orchids and an old, enchanted forest that is rarely found nowadays. Once we have hiked through this, we can really immerse ourselves in a world full of orchids: various species of orchid and ragwort are already in bloom along the orchid trail at this time of year. The paved path leads us through the most beautiful locations and allows us to look out into the beautiful landscape from time to time. But that's not all. On the "Rödel", as the wide plateau near Freyburg is called, there is another absolute attraction to discover: a herd of wild horses that have made the prairie-like area their home and, with a bit of luck, can be observed up close. We then head back down the beautiful paths and return to Kleinjena. And from there, full of overwhelming impressions, we start our journey home.

The variety of natural wonders certainly makes this tour one of the most beautiful you can do in the Saale-Unstrut region. Due to access restrictions in some of the natural areas we hike through, the number of participants on this tour is limited to 13 people.

The highlights of this tour

• Kleinjena Chapel Hill (archaeological monument)

• Remains of the ancestral castle of the Ekkehardins

• Way of St. James to Großwilsdorf

• Tote Täler" nature reserve

• Wild forest

• Orchid trail

• National Natural Heritage "Rödel"

• Konik horses (descendants of the last European wild horses)

Tour information

Meeting point: Halle (Saale) main station

Arrival: Train journey approx. 50 minutes, with change in Naumburg

Starting point of the hike: Kleinjena train stop

Destination: Kleinjena train stop (circular walk)

Length: 12.7 km

Elevation gain: 277 m (ascent), 270 m (descent)

Duration: 3 h pure walking time + enjoyment and information stops (approx. 6 h in total, because there is really a lot to discover here)

Difficulty: medium (suitable for regular and trained hikers)

Max. Group size: 13 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 hike combines so many wild wonders in such a small space, making it a highlight tour in the region. A must for nature lovers!

Participation & registration

• The number of participants is limited to 13 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 😉

Contact us

If you have any questions about the tour or my other offers, please send me an email at wandern@posteo.de