Friedersdorf: Hotels and Accommodation

Friedersdorf is a small, wooded settlement at the foot of the Langer Berg in the Thuringian Slate Mountains. A valley depression leads towards the Schwarzatal. You can find accommodation for a stay in Friedersdorf.

Landscape

The village lies on a valley slope between the Junkersbach stream and the Großbreitenbach plateau. The Langer Berg is located to the west, while the Schwarzatal extends to the east. Friedersdorf also lies on the western edge of the area locally known as the “Thuringian Herb Garden”; the Langer Berg transitions towards the Thuringian Forest.

Friedersdorf is a locality in the municipality of Großbreitenbach in the Ilm district of Thuringia.

Hiking and Nature

Friedersdorf serves as a starting point for circular hikes through forests, meadows, fields and wildlife enclosures. One route passes former slate quarries before returning to Friedersdorf.

A Friedersdorf hiking trail includes varied woodland, opportunities for birdwatching and a small lookout point overlooking the surrounding hills and valleys. The village centre serves as a starting point for hiking trails and offers visitor information as well as parking.

Surroundings

The area surrounding Friedersdorf includes Fürstenberg, Kienberg, the Großer Burgberg and Morast.

Culture and History

Friedersdorf was first mentioned in 1370. Its historical connection with the road to Nuremberg led to the traditional nickname “Little Nuremberg”.

The wider regional area around Friedersdorf includes Heidecksburg, Lauenstein Castle, the Arnstadt Castle Museum and Schaumburg Castle Ruins.

Arrival and Character of the Village

Friedersdorf is described as a place without through traffic. A documented hiking route mentions bus routes 303 and 304 for getting there.

For the overarching travel overview: Ilm district.

More destinations

Other places within the same destination:

Bücheloh, Elgersburg, Großbreitenbach, Ilmenau, Stützerbach, Gehlberg, Frauenwald, Gräfenroda.