Best trails near Elfriedenquelle

This route follows stage 2 of the Rennsteig, connecting Ruhla (Hubertushaus) with the Ebertswiese near Friedrichsroda on a scenically beautiful section. The path runs via the Ruhlaer Häuschen to the striking Glöckner rock formation and eventually climbs the Großer Inselsberg, which offers spectacular views across Thuringia from its 916-meter summit. As you hike through deep mixed forests, historic boundary stones like the Dreiherrenstein at Großer Weißenberg line the path, bearing witness to...

Idyllic and varied circular route near Friedrichroda, Thuringia. The circular route begins at the information board near the Hotel Walldschlösschen. First, a few meters of ascent are mastered. It goes through shady forest and a bit along the well-known Rennsteig. Along the way there are parts of historic bobsleigh runs - including the oldest bobsleigh and racing sled run in Germany. From the mountain inn Heuberghaus it finally goes into the "Kühle Tal" ("cool valley ")- a very beautiful...

Idyllic hike in the Thuringian Forest, Germany. A varied hike with a slight incline along the Schilfwasser stream. You walk past the Gottlobs quarry and a Kneipp basin to a small waterfall. Along the way, there are information boards about the history, flora and fauna of the region. A restaurant awaits you at the end. Highlights: - Kneipp treading pool - Waterfall