Best forest trails in Blankenstein
4.4(4 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Blankenstein with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.4 (4)·Hard·18 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrNatural route section in the Franconian Forest, Thuringia The first section of the Frankenweg begins in the Franconian Forest. From the Wiedeturm observation tower you have a wonderful view over Blankenstein. Through the Höllental you pass the famous "Hirschsprung", a large deer sculpture on a rock. In the local nature reserve you can enjoy the wild and romantic atmosphere on the small bridges over the Selbitz. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Wiedeturm observation...
- Hard·105.5 mi·Est. 24 hr+Official, challenging hiking route over the Rennsteig, Thuringia. The XTREMarathon is the extreme hike of the RENNSThike Hiking World Championship. At 169.3 km, it corresponds to the officially measured length of the Rennsteig and therefore comprises exactly four marathons. These have to be completed non-stop within 48 hours at 3500 m altitude from Blankenstein to Eisenach and end in Gumpelstadt with the Pummpälzsteg. The SUPERMarathon from Oberhof non-stop in 24 hours and the HIKE marathon...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Blankenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Blankenstein is RennsteigXTREMarsch. This trail is estimated to be 105.5 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Blankenstein?
Blankenstein: With an ascent of 14,563 ft, RennsteigXTREMarsch has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Frankenweg stage 1: Blankenstein / Saale - Schwarzenbach am Wald with 3,576 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Blankenstein?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Blankenstein is Frankenweg stage 1: Blankenstein / Saale - Schwarzenbach am Wald with a 4.4-star rating from 4 reviews.
