Best walking trails in Thuringian Forest Nature Park
The Thuringian Forest offers a charming low mountain range landscape. Colourful mountain meadows, dark mountain spruce forests, secluded hilltops and clear waters characterise the landscape. Wooded heights alternate with deep valleys and steep slopes. The highest elevations in the central Thuringian Forest include the Große Beerber and the Schneekopf, both of which are popular excursion destinations.
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- 4.8 (12)·Moderate·7.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular, short tour in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. A great, entertaining circular hike that is also suitable for families with children. It leads through the idyllic nature of the Thuringian Forest, up to the Veilchenbrunen and over the hill of the Sternberg. Highlights of the circular hike: - Sternberg - Violet fountain
- 3.7 (6)·Easy·4.7 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This family-friendly route takes walkers from Oberhof city centre to the Rennsteiggarten. In the botanical garden, which focuses on mountain flora, you can look forward not only to a diverse world of plants, but also to views as far as the Rhön and the opportunity to stop off at Café Enzian. Highlights of the hike: - Oberhof - Rennsteiggarten Oberhof - View over the Thuringian Forest - Roundabout - Schuderbach meadow - Playground
- 3.5 (10)·Moderate·6.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting, varied circular hike in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Numerous sights and idyllic nature experiences await you on this short but interesting tour. Through the Thuringian Forest and the Wartburg-Hohe Sonne nature reserve, you hike past historical sights and enjoy incredible views. Highlights of the route: - Wartburgallee - Eisenach Castle - Carl Alexander View - Wartburg Castle - Castle Hill
- 3.7 (14)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, idyllic circular trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This beautiful circular hike starts at the Oberhof spa gardens and leads along natural paths through the forest to the burnt-out stone. On the way back, you pass the Oberer Sieglitzteich pond. Highlights of the circular trail: - Oberhof spa gardens - Burnt-out stone - Sieglitzgrund
- 3.6 (9)·Moderate·5.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrInteresting, educational circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The Schützenberg bog nature trail was built back in 1990. A footbridge leads across the moor - which was unique at the time. Today, you can find lots of interesting information about raised bogs and enjoy the unique, species-rich landscape. Highlights of the tour: - Fascinating flora and fauna - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape
- 4.3 (24)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, beautiful circular trail in the Thuringian Forest Biosphere Reserve, Thuringia. This short, picturesque loop leads from the Kalte Herberge car park once over the Finsterberger Köpfchen and offers fantastic views of the forest and the region. Highlights of the tour: - View from the Finsterberger Köpfchen - Idyllic nature
- 4.1 (7)·Moderate·3.4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrPanoramic hike along the Lütsche dam. This hike starts at the car park by the dam. From here, the route leads through idyllic forest and via viewpoints such as the "Schlossbergkanzel" and the "Soldatenborn" back to the starting point. In parts, you walk along the stony Lütsche, which feeds into the dam.
- 4.0 (7)·Easy·5.5 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrHistorical hike in Eisenach, Thuringia. In addition to the relaxing greenery of the city park, the tour also has some beautiful historical sights to offer. Right at the start, the architecture of the Nikolai Gate and the Nikolai Church is captivating. In the city park, the listed Villa Pflugensberg invites you to take a short detour. From there, the path is beautiful and green with some great views over Eisensch from the Panoramaweg and the Sophienhöhe. The route back to the city leads...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best trail for walking in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best trail for walking in Thuringian Forest Nature Park is Zum Veilchenbrunnen, which has a 4.8 star rating from 12 reviews. This trail is 7.9 km long with an elevation gain of 262 m.
What is the longest walking trail in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest walking trail in Thuringian Forest Nature Park is IVV Gräfinau-Angstedt 2009. This trail is estimated to be 16.6 km long.
How many walking trails are in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
There are 38 walking trails in Thuringian Forest Nature Park.These walking trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 187 AllTrails community reviews.
Which walking trail has the most elevation gain in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
Oehrenstock Kienberglauf has the most elevation gain for walking trails with 567 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Um den Finsterberg, which has 425 m of elevation gain.
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