Best wildlife trails in Schwarzatal
5.0(9 reviews)
Explore the most popular wildlife trails near Schwarzatal 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
- 4.9 (7)·Hard·17.8 mi·Est. 9–9.5 hrEnchanting, complete circumnavigation of the Leibis-Lichte dam, Thuringia. In the Thuringian Forest you will find a number of natural treasures that can be hiked. The hike begins in the parking lot below the Fröbelturm in the direction of Deesbach. From there it goes to the dam. First follow the course in a northerly direction. Well-developed forest paths are dominant on the route. The way back runs partly on the sculpture path. Due to the length, the route is classified as more...
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrVaried loop in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. A beautiful and short loop for the whole family, which leads to mighty bison, majestic deer and the Fröbelwald forest near Lichtenhain, where there is a forest adventure trail. Hiking stamps can be collected along the way with the help of QR codes and there is a bistro for refreshments. The trail starts at the "Lichtenhain an der Bergbahn" train station, with a parking lot nearby. The KomBus hiking buses also run here. Highlights: - Bison -...
- Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful hike in the "Thuringian herb garden". A wonderful hike between the Schwarzatal valley and the Thuringian Forest, in the middle of the "Thuringian herb garden". It leads to the famous Rennsteig trail and offers wonderful experiences for the whole family. It is worth visiting the birthplace of Friedrich Fröbel, who founded the first German kindergarten in 1840, and the Fröbel adventure trail is also a great highlight for children. Products made from local medicinal herbs can be...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest wildlife trail in Schwarzatal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Schwarzatal is Leibis Dam Loop. This trail is estimated to be 17.8 mi long.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Schwarzatal?
Schwarzatal: With an ascent of 3,330 ft, Leibis Dam Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the wildlife trails in the area. The next highest ascent for wildlife trails is Rennsteig-Leiter Oberweißbach with 1,604 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Schwarzatal?
The most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Schwarzatal is Leibis Dam Loop with a 4.9-star rating from 7 reviews.