Best trails near Borstenplatz
4.8(61 reviews)
Borstenplatz: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 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. Borstenplatz: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Borstenplatz are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (20)·Hard·20.4 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 4 of the Rennsteig, connecting Oberhof with Frauenwald (Allzunah) on one of the most scenic sections of the trail. From the Grenzadler, the path passes the famous Rennsteig Garden and climbs to the Großer Beerberg, the highest peak in the Thuringian Forest at 982 meters. Highlights include the high moor on the Beerberg, the Herbert Roth Monument at Borstenplatz, and the historic Schmücke inn. The path continues past the Nahe Spring to the traditional Rennsteig station...
- 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
- 4.8 (8)·Hard·21.9 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular, scenic route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Almost 15,000 runners take part in the Rennsteiglauf every year. The route leads through the Thuringian Forest past cultural and historical sights such as Wartburg Castle and idyllic landscapes such as the raised bog on the Großer Beerberg. The route also runs through the UNESCO Vessertal Biosphere Reserve, where you will find more hiking trails and attractions. Highlights of the route: - Varied flora and fauna - UNESCO Biosphere...
- 4.7 (7)·Hard·18 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrScenic and idyllic hiking and running trail in Suhl, Thuringia. From the car park in Schmücke (at the Schneekopf bus stop), follow the Michael-Kehr-Weg via the "Suhler Hütte" mining lodge through the shady forest until you reach the Großer Finsterberg. There you have beautiful views of the surrounding area. You then return to the starting point via Goldlauter. Highlights of the hike: - Charming forest landscape - Großer Finsterberg - Beautiful views
- 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...
- 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 Borstenplatz?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Borstenplatz. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Borstenplatz?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Borstenplatz is Rennsteig Stage 4: Grenzadler - Allzunah, which has a 4.3 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 20.4 km long with an elevation gain of 604 m.
What is the longest trail near Borstenplatz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Borstenplatz 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 Borstenplatz?
Borstenplatz: 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 Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter with 1,344 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Borstenplatz?
The most popular and difficult trail near Borstenplatz is Rennsteig Stage 4: Grenzadler - Allzunah with a 4.3-star rating from 20 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