Best trails near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald
4.4(43 reviews)
Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 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. Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (21)·Hard·24.5 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis 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...
- 4.4 (8)·Hard·42.6 kmEvent 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.
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful circular route in the Thuringian Forest. A great circular route through the forest and past the 4 idyllic ponds. There are actually 5 ponds along the way, but the small "Fischteichtle" is not one of the ponds that give the hike its name! At the starting point, there are car parks right next to the tourist information centre and the Rennsteig Museum. There are also places to stop for refreshments here. Highlights: - Rennsteig Museum - Idyllic ponds and forests - Ochenbach mill
- 4.2 (7)·Moderate·25.3 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrInteresting cycle route on the Rennsteig in the Thuringian Forest. This exciting route starts directly in Neustadt am Rennsteig - but the tour can easily be cycled in both directions. At the start, the route follows the Ilmtal cycle path, as both are identical as far as Langewiesen. There are numerous museums and historical sights to discover and there are always places to stop for refreshments and overnight accommodation along the way. Highlights: - Many museums in Ilmenau, Großbreitenbach...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·29.6 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrThis point-to-point route offers an immersive experience along the historic ridge of the Thuringian Forest, connecting Neustadt am Rennsteig to the winter sports hub of Oberhof. Cyclists can expect well-packed gravel tracks, shifting dirt trails, and scenic clearings. Following the ancient boundary path known as the Rennsteig, the way passes through dense pine forests that once formed borders between old German duchies. A nice stop along the ridge is the Plänckners Aussicht point, providing...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·62.1 km·Est. 17.5–19.5 hrStage 2 of the long-distance cycle route "Rennsteig cycle path", Thuringia. This is the second stage of the approximately 200 km long Rennsteig Cycle Trail, which follows a ridge path from Hörschel on the Werra to Blankenstein on the Saale that has existed since the Middle Ages and was once used as a trade route. The cycle tour is largely identical to the famous long-distance hiking trail on the Rennsteig, which is why you are mostly travelling on gravelled, well-marked paths. The second...
- 3.0 (1)·Hard·24.3 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrAutumn mushroom nature trail in the Thuringian Forest. This beautiful nature trail starts at the community centre in Neustadt am Rennsteig. The trail leads through the beautiful Reischeltal valley and is very close to nature. A large wooden mushroom indicates that the path is the right one. Along the way, a lot can be read about mushrooms, medicinal herbs and their effects on health on several information boards. The trail also passes the moonlight meadow and the former European Mushroom...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe, which has a 4.3 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 24.5 km long with an elevation gain of 724 m.
What is the longest trail near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald is Rennsteig-Radwanderweg Etappe 2: Oberhof - Neuhaus am Rennweg. This trail is estimated to be 62.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald?
Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald: With an ascent of 1,874 m, Rennsteig-Radwanderweg Etappe 2: Oberhof - Neuhaus am Rennweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016 with 1,149 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald?
The most popular and difficult trail near Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe with a 4.3-star rating from 21 reviews.
Top sights in Thuringian Forest Nature Park
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Points of interest
- Neustädter Höhe
- Michaeliskirche, Her(R)bergskirche Thüringer Wald
- Höllteich
- Albert Schweitzer Hütte
- Intercamping Großbreitenbach
- Bühlsroder Kopf
- Abrahamskopf
- Kohlhieb
- Campingplatz Großbreitenbach
- Nobleman's Head
- Ochsenbacher Teich
- Langer Berg
- Vitzberg
- Wehrkirche Herschdorf
- Karl Günther Denkmal
- Mühlberg
- Hasenberg
- Ebertsteich
- Historische Meilerstätte
- Zigeunerquelle