Best trails in Schmalkalden
4.4(21 reviews)
Looking for the best hiking trails in Schmalkalden? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 7 scenic trails in the Schmalkalden area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Schmalkalden that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
- 3.0 (2)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed loop in Thuringia, Germany. You start directly at the parking lot of the Wirtshaus Ehrental - here you can stop and eat something after the short round. Follow the Waldhausstraße to the left and turn right into the forest just before the Waldhaus car park. Past the Sandacker and west of the Weidebrunner Kuppe, it then goes a short distance across fields and back to the starting point.
- Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic hike to the Rennsteig in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. A visit to the Technical Museum is definitely worthwhile. Part of the exhibition is the classicist blast furnace plant for smelting iron ore - one of the last of its kind in Central Europe! The hike then leads across the idyllic Ebertswiese meadow. A visit to the nearby mountain lake is definitely worthwhile. It is surrounded on three sides by high cliffs. The lake was created because a water vein was accidentally drilled...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Schmalkalden?
There are plenty of things to do on Schmalkalden's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Schmalkalden?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Schmalkalden is Radtour ab Schmalkalden . This trail is estimated to be 79.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Schmalkalden?
Schmalkalden: With an ascent of 10,196 ft, Radtour ab Schmalkalden has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra with 3,661 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Schmalkalden?
The most popular and difficult trail in Schmalkalden is Radtour ab Schmalkalden with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Schmalkalden?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Schmalkalden which is Rennsteig-Leiter Floh-Seligenthal - Schmalkalden with an average 0.0 star rating from 0 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Schmalkalden?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Schmalkalden and the most popular is Um den Grasberg with an average 4.7 star rating from 12 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Schmalkalden?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Schmalkalden which is Radtour ab Schmalkalden with an average 4.3 star rating from 3 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there are 6 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Schmalkalden, including Um den Grasberg, Rötkuppe und Steinkopf, Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra, Weidebrunner Kuppe - Sandacker Loop, and Rennsteig-Leiter Floh-Seligenthal - Schmalkalden.
Are there any trails with castles in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there is one trail with a castle in Schmalkalden: Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra.
Are there any trails with rivers in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there is one trail with a river in Schmalkalden: Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra.
Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there are 2 trails with archaeological sites in Schmalkalden, including Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra and Rennsteig-Leiter Floh-Seligenthal - Schmalkalden.
Are there any trails with ponds in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there is one trail with a pond in Schmalkalden: Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra.
Are there any trails with springs in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there are 2 trails with springs in Schmalkalden, including Über Floh-Seligenthal und Breitungen/Werra and Rennsteig-Leiter Floh-Seligenthal - Schmalkalden.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Schmalkalden?
Yes, there is one trail with a scenic viewpoint in Schmalkalden: Rötkuppe und Steinkopf.
