Best forest trails in Biosphärenreservat Thüringer Wald

This route follows stage 5 of the Rennsteig, connecting Frauenwald (Allzunah) with Friedrichshöhe on a historically significant section. The hike marks the transition from the Thuringian Forest to the Thuringian Slate Mountains and passes the Großer Dreiherrenstein, which marks the exact geographic midpoint of the 169 km trail. Cultural and scenic highlights include Neustadt am Rennsteig with its Rennsteig Museum, the Rennsteigwarte observation tower on the Eselsberg near Masserberg, and the...

This route follows stage 4 of the Rennsteig, connecting Oberhof with Frauenwald (Allzunah) on one of the most scenic sections of the trail. From the Grenzadler, the path passes the famous Rennsteig Garden and climbs to the Großer Beerberg, the highest peak in the Thuringian Forest at 982 meters. Highlights include the high moor on the Beerberg, the Herbert Roth Monument at Borstenplatz, and the historic Schmücke inn. The path continues past the Nahe Spring to the traditional Rennsteig station...

Popular, idyllic circular hike in the Thuringian Forest biosphere reserve. This picturesque circular trail leads around the Schönbrunn dam and the Tannenbach stream. Along the way, there are fantastic views over the lake and into the Thuringian Forest. Highlights of the hike: - Close to nature and quiet - Fantastic views

Great summit tour around Goltlauter in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The start and end point is the Goldlauter Brücke car park/bus stop. From there, the summit circuit begins a crisp section up into the forest from the Salzberg to the Großer Finsterberg via the Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf and finally to the Rosenkopf and back past the Großer Beerberg. Highlights: - Summit ascents: Salzberg, Großer Finsterberg, Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf, Rosenkopf and Großer Beerberg - Magnificent views

Popular, scenic route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Almost 15,000 runners take part in the Rennsteiglauf every year. The route leads through the Thuringian Forest past cultural and historical sights such as Wartburg Castle and idyllic landscapes such as the raised bog on the Großer Beerberg. The route also runs through the UNESCO Vessertal Biosphere Reserve, where you will find more hiking trails and attractions. Highlights of the route: - Varied flora and fauna - UNESCO Biosphere...

Popular, scenic hiking route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The hike starts at the Ausspanne car park (bus travel also possible) and leads along the Rennsteig trail past the Rosenkopf to the Suhler Hütte inn. The hike follows natural paths through the depths of the forest and along the raised bog on the Großer Beerberg. There are always great views over the Thuringian Forest. The return journey follows the same route. Highlights of the hike: - High moor - View from the Schneekopf -...

Event route for marathon runners from 2016 This is the route of the Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016, please note the road traffic regulations. It is possible that some parts of this route have been closed especially for the marathon and are now integrated back into normal road traffic. The route is suitable for training marathon runners. It leads from Neuhaus am Rennweg to Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig.

Popular hike in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. The Rennsteig is one of the best-known long-distance hiking trails in the Thuringian Forest. On this short hike, characterised by several ascents and descents, you can experience the charm of the Rennsteig in a pleasant day trip. On the Triniusstein you can stop off at the Triniusbaude. Highlights of the hike: - Triniusstein - Views over the Thuringian Forest - Masserberg

Challenging and varied excursion in Oberhof, Thuringia. From the Oberhof spa gardens, the route leads through the Thuringian Forest via the Schuderbachswiese to the Schneekopf. Highlights of the hike: - Past the Schuderbachswiese - Idyllic forest landscape - Beautiful views of the raised bog on the Großer Beerberge

Popular, panoramic circular route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This popular hike leads through the heights of the Thuringian Forest. On the way from the Waldhotel Schmücke (car park and bus stop available), the route passes bizarre "forest spirits," some beautiful views, and idyllic narrow paths. It goes past the Schneekopfmoor and the Teufelskanzel to the Schneekopf. There is the Touringen stamp point 68 - Schneekopf. From there, the route goes up and down through the low mountain...