Best forest trails in Dermbach
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Dermbach 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
- 4.2 (4)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic hike with many points to linger This relaxed hike leads past the Karl-Friedrich-Stein and onto the Gläser, from where you have a wonderful view of the surrounding landscape of the Rhön biosphere reserve. There are places to stop for refreshments in Dermbach and in the Dermbacher Hütte. The hike can be reached by bus and train (bus stop: Markt).
- 3.3 (2)·Moderate·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop 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 loop 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
- Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful hike in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Thuringia. This wonderful hike starts at the bus station in Dermbach and leads into one of the largest yew forests in Germany. There are trees here that are over 800 years old! The village is also home to Dermbach Castle and Museum. Highlights: - Yew forest - Wooden sculptures - Dermbach Castle and Museum
- Easy·1.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly hike in the Rhön biosphere reserve, Thuringia. Neidhartshausen is a real bat village here in the Rhön - the bat theme has been incorporated into many places in the village. The village church is home to a bat nursery. The start is in Zella/Rhön, parking is available at the Propstei Zella. The bus stop "Neidhartshausen Ort" is at the destination. Highlights: - Information boards - Church with bat roost
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Dermbach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Dermbach is Dermbacher Hütte und Steinberg ab Dermbach. This trail is estimated to be 7.5 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Dermbach?
Dermbach: With an ascent of 1,627 ft, Hochrhöner Stage 7: Dermbach - Bernshausen has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Dermbacher Hütte und Steinberg ab Dermbach with 1,433 ft of elevation gain.
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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
- Zella/Rhön Deanery
- Klostergarten Zella/Rhön