Best trails near Brand
4.6(18 reviews)
Brand: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 4 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Brand: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 4 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Brand are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·9.5 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest biosphere reserve, Thuringia. This beautiful circular hike leads to the second highest mountain in the Thuringian Forest: the Schneekopf, which is almost 980 metres high. Along the way, you can take a relaxing break in Schmücke or at the "Güldene Brücke" bridge, for example. Highlights of the hike: - Spa gardens in Gehlberg - Schneekopf (978 m above sea level) - Vicious circle - Schmücke
- 4.4 (7)·Hard·10.3 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This beautiful loop from Gehlberg leads up to the Schneekopf, the second-highest mountain peak in the Thuringian Forest. The route is shaped like an eight and can therefore be easily shortened. The first loop leads around the Brand, which is 900 m high - also one of the highest peaks in the Thuringian Forest. The second loop leads up to the Schneekopf. Highlights of the hike: - Schneekopf - Brand - Schneekopf moor -...
- 4.3 (3)·Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming, scenic hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The trail starts from the Güldene Brücke car park. There is also a bus stop at the starting point. The hike takes you through the beautiful Thuringian Forest past the former ski jump. Highlights of the circular route: - Idyllic forest landscape - Beautiful views - Accessible by bus
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·20 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular panoramic hike in the Thuringian Forest biosphere reserve, Thuringia. A great circular hike with numerous views over the Thuringian Forest and the region. From Gehlberg to Seiffartsburg, over the Sachsenstein and along the Schnepfkopf. Highlights of the circular route: - View from the Sachsenstein - Mordfleck -Seiffartsburg Castle
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Brand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Brand is Gehlberg, Gueldene Bridge and Schmuecke, which has a 4.5 star rating from 7 reviews. This trail is 9.5 km long with an elevation gain of 627 m.
What is the longest trail near Brand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Brand is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf. This trail is estimated to be 20.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Brand?
Brand: With an ascent of 890 m, Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Gehlberg - Brand Circular with 679 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Brand?
The most popular and difficult trail near Brand is Gehlberg, Gueldene Bridge and Schmuecke with a 4.5-star rating from 7 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Schneekopf
- Großer Beerberg
- Plänckners Aussicht
- Neue Gehlberger Hütte
- Borstenplatz
- Großer Finsterberg
- Gasthaus Suhler Hütte
- Triefender Stein
- Schneekopfhütte
- Finsterberger Köpfchen
- Walter-Ulbricht-Schanze
- Sachsenstein
- Ilm-Brunnen
- Teufelskanzel
- Rundblick Salzberg
- Schmücke-Schneekopf Blick
- Sandwurf
- Brönle
- Vesserquelle
- Salzberg