Best historic site trails in Gefell
4.8(5 reviews)
Explore the most popular historic site trails near Gefell 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
- 4.8 (5)·Hard·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows stage 17, the official final leg of the certified "Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland" premium trail, connecting Hirschberg with the grand finale in Blankenstein. The hike runs almost continuously along the banks of the Saale River, offering a profound nature and history experience through the "Green Belt" along the former inner-German border. Along the way, hikers will experience fascinating architectural structures and striking vantage points before the journey concludes at...
- Hard·12.1 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrInteresting, idyllic section of the Schieferpfad circular hiking trail on the "Green Belt" - Probstzella - Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The slate path connects interesting geotopes, technical monuments and museums that were created in the historical mining areas in the Thuringian Slate Mountains / Obere Saale Nature Park. Highlights of the route: - View of the Saale valley - Wenceslas Cave - Viewing platform on the guard hill
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Gefell?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Gefell is Grünes Band: Mödlareuth nach Blankenstein. This trail is estimated to be 12.1 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Gefell?
Gefell: With an ascent of 1,801 ft, Grünes Band: Mödlareuth nach Blankenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 17: Hirschberg - Blankenstein with 1,381 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult historic site trail in Gefell?
The most popular and difficult historic site trail in Gefell is Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 17: Hirschberg - Blankenstein with a 4.8-star rating from 5 reviews.