Best trails near Sachsenstein
4.8(26 reviews)
Sachsenstein: 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. Sachsenstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Sachsenstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (18)·Hard·29 km·Est. 10–11 hrGreat summit tour around Goltlauter in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The start and end point is the Goldlauter Brücke car park/bus stop. From there, the summit circuit begins a crisp section up into the forest from the Salzberg to the Großer Finsterberg via the Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf and finally to the Rosenkopf and back past the Großer Beerberg. Highlights: - Summit ascents: Salzberg, Großer Finsterberg, Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf, Rosenkopf and Großer Beerberg - Magnificent views
- 4.5 (5)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrScenic Rennsteigleiter route in the footsteps of Goethe, Thuringia. This beautiful route along the Rennsteig traces the footsteps of the poet and naturalist Goethe. The start is at the Ilmenau Rennsteig-Leiter town portal. The route initially heads westwards and crosses various hiking trails that also lead through the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. The Kickelhahn mountain massif offers particularly marvellous views over the Ilm valley. Fresh spring water can be enjoyed at the Marienquelle...
- 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
What are the different types of hiking trails near Sachsenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Sachsenstein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Sachsenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Sachsenstein is Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter, which has a 4.6 star rating from 18 reviews. This trail is 29.0 km long with an elevation gain of 1,344 m.
What is the longest trail near Sachsenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Sachsenstein is Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter. This trail is estimated to be 29.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Sachsenstein?
Sachsenstein: With an ascent of 1,344 m, Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Ilmenau - Schmücke - Rennsteig with 930 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Sachsenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Sachsenstein is Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter with a 4.6-star rating from 18 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