The 540-metre-long Hainich treetop trail winds through the treetops of the Hainich National Park near Bad Langensalza. Near Thiemsburg Castle, just 10 kilometers west of Bad Langensalza in Thuringia, you can experience the mysterious habitat of the treetops up close. At a height of up to 24 m, you can stroll through the canopy of the primeval forest and enjoy a fantastic view from the 44 m high tree house. The trail was the second treetop walk in Germany to open in August 2005.
After your trip into the treetops, it’s worth making a detour to the National Park Center. Here you can find out everything you need to know about the Hainich National Park and its impressive biodiversity. A special highlight is the interactive “Root Cave” adventure world, which shows you what is going on under your feet – from mysterious root networks to tiny soil animals that are indispensable for the ecosystem.
The Hainich National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for good reason. Its untouched nature, which was once protected by the inner-German border, is now a valuable habitat for rare animals such as wildcats, bats, gray cranes, badgers and even raccoons.
Opening hours 2026 Hainich treetop path
April to October
daily
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
november
daily
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (weather-dependent)
January, February & December
Thu. – Sun. & public holidays & school holidays
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (weather-dependent)
24 and 31 December and 01 January
Closed
Hainich treetop path opening hours
Last admission is one hour (October: 1.5 hours)before the park closes.
Important details about the Hainich treetop path
Gastronomy:
Forsthaus Thiemsburg is only a few meters away.
Sanitary facilities:
The toilets are located approx. 50 m from the National Park Center.
Barrier-free:
Yes. Disabled parking spaces, barrier-free access and elevator are available.
Dogs allowed:
No, dogs are not allowed. Dog boxes are available at the entrance.
Guided tours:
Yes, please register at least two weeks in advance.
The place was a surprise for us!
Interesting museum, routes in the forest, hanging galleries!
In general emotions and need to come again!
School age children will be more interested in the museum itself and reading the information on the stands!
Thank you for the place! Let's come back
Ummara Ahmed★★★★★2 years ago
Loved this place. It's very magical in fall when the leaves change color but don't let that deter you from going in the summer. Been there three times already and I'm so going again. also don't forget to check out the museum where you buy the tickets.
P.S. the restaurant outside, near the entrance has a cool robot server.
Mario Bartl★★★☆☆7 years ago
It's a nice location for coming down a bit in busy times....even if it's not to full there. If it is full, than it's a bit crowded because of the limited space at the canopy walkway. But from there you have a great view into the bright green of the treetops or - depending of the level, where you're walking - across the nice surrounding. Even for children it's very interesting there, especially because of the exhibitions at the entrance where everybody will find something new to learn. But keep care to reach there near to the last time for entrance! They are very strict and even cheat a bit. So at the entrance pay desk they send you just before closing time through the forest to the entrance gate for the canopy walkway and if you reach there, they tell you it's to late....and no discussion helps, even if you came from far away.
Katy R★★★★★7 years ago
Very cool day trip. We went on a cool spring day and took the bus from Bad Lagensalza, it was very easy and right next to the train station.The forest and walkways were unique and the view on top of the "lighthouse" was great. We appreciated the English translations.Don't let your kids get too close of a look at the very detailed diorama in the lighthouse- we took a closer look and had some fun noticing the more raunchy figures and situations.
Tom Beck★★★★☆3 years ago
A nice experience and an interesting nature center for children, but at €11 it felt pricey compared to other tree walkways I’ve been to in Germany (Cloef and Beelitz, in particular).
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