Best trails near Karl-Friedrich-Stein
4.2(8 reviews)
Karl-Friedrich-Stein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 5 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. Karl-Friedrich-Stein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Karl-Friedrich-Stein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (4)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hike with many places to linger This relaxed hike takes you past the Karl-Friedrich-Stein and up the Gläser, from where you have a marvellous view of the surrounding landscape of the Rhön Biosphere Reserve. There are refreshment stops in Dermbach and at the Dermbacher Hütte. The hike can be reached by bus and train (bus stop: Markt).
- 3.3 (2)·Moderate·3.5 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly circular Route to the Dermbach Cliffs, Thuringia. The impressive shell limestone formations are reminiscent of Saxon Switzerland and were formed more than 200 million years ago. The short circular route begins on the outskirts of Dermbach and leads along the edge of the forest up to the cliffs past the Fatima Chapel. The trail leads through shady forest back to the starting point. Highlights: - Great views - Family-friendly - Fatima Chapel
- Hard·21.2 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrSection of the Hochrhöner premium hiking trail (eastern route) in the UNESCO Rhön Biosphere Reserve, Thuringia. The east and west routes of the certified premium hiking trail meet again on this scenic stage. It crosses orchards and juniper heaths. Here and there you can still discover remnants of the inner-German border. From the Katzenstein you have a beautiful view of the baroque Zella monastery. Highlights: - Katzenstein - Steep limestone cliffs - Idyllic views
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Karl-Friedrich-Stein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Karl-Friedrich-Stein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Karl-Friedrich-Stein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Karl-Friedrich-Stein is Dermbacher Hütte und Steinberg ab Dermbach, which has a 4.2 star rating from 4 reviews. This trail is 12.1 km long with an elevation gain of 437 m.
What is the longest trail near Karl-Friedrich-Stein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Karl-Friedrich-Stein is Hochrhöner Stage 5 (Lange Rhön): Kaltensundheim - Dermbach. This trail is estimated to be 21.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Karl-Friedrich-Stein?
Karl-Friedrich-Stein: With an ascent of 663 m, Hochrhöner Stage 5 (Lange Rhön): Kaltensundheim - Dermbach has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Hochrhöner Stage 6 (Kuppenrhön): Tann - Dermbach with 638 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Karl-Friedrich-Stein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Karl-Friedrich-Stein is Hochrhöner Stage 6 (Kuppenrhön): Tann - Dermbach with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
Top sights in Biosphärenreservat Rhön
Explore in the Dermbach area
Points of interest
- Gläserberg
- Bernshäuser Kutte
- Schloss Dermbach
- Burg Lengsfeld
- Campingplatz am Schönsee
- Steinkopf
- Waltersberg
- Karl-Friedrich-Stein
- Laufbrunnen
- Katzenstein
- Salzunger Berg
- Weinberg
- Mittelberg
- Sandberg
- Horn
- Rhön Feeling
- Feldabrücke (Eisenbahn) im Stadtpark
- Stellplatz Urnshausen - Familienparadies Schönsee
- Propstei Zella/Rhön
- Klostergarten Zella/Rhön