Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf
20kmLength
890mElevation gain
7–7.5hrEstimated time
Circular
Popular 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
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Top sights
Borstenplatz
Weather shelter
Sachsenstein
Peak
Seiffartsburg
Peak
Goldlauterberg
Peak
Fichtenkopf
Peak
Schneetiegel
Valley
Aschbach
Peak
Brand
Peak
Im Hungertal
Picnic site
Blauer Stein
Peak
Silbergrund
Valley
Schnepfkopf
Peak
Güldene Brücke
Picnic site
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 20.0-km circular trail near Suhl, Thuringia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 37 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Expected weather for Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf for the next 5 days is:
- Tue 22 September - 16.1 degrees/clear
- Wed 23 September - 11.4 degrees/showers
- Thu 24 September - 14.1 degrees/foggy
- Fri 25 September - 17.5 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 20.4 degrees/clear
Where is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf located?
Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is a trail located in Biosphärenreservat Thüringer Wald.
How hard is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is considered a hard hike that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 890 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is considered a hard hike that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 890 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf a circular?
Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is a circular trail that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 890 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is a circular trail that covers 20 km, with an elevation gain of 890 m. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Dogs may be allowed on Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
According to trailgoers, Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is usually somewhat busy. Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there forests at Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf?
Yes, Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf is a forest trail in Biosphärenreservat Thüringer Wald.
Last updated on 16 September 2026 at 02:38 GMT+0