
Prinzenschneise
A Hidden Gem in Weimar's Verdant Forest
Did you know?
The Heiligenbach stream originates in the western part of Prinzenschneise.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1961
Guided Story
Can you hear the gentle babble of the streams? They weave through Prinzenschneise like a hidden network of liquid paths. Look up and take in the towering treetops around you, like standing under a natural cathedral. Did you know this area was designated a nature reserve back in 1961? It's a place rich with stories, of times when locals gathered wood here and children played in the streams. Behind you, the South Slope Ettersberg Nature Reserve seamlessly extends from here, adding to the vast landscape. As you soak in the tranquility, imagine the peace these trees and paths have preserved over the decades. Let the nature envelop you and feel the everyday world slip away with each step you take.







