Best river trails in Steinach
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Explore the most popular river trails near Steinach with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 3.8 (4)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular route on the "Tierberg" with wonderful views and a cozy stop in the "Bergmannsklause". From the train station you go across the market square, past the castle ("Schiefermuseum" and "Spielspielkasten") into Eichhornsgasse, where the ascent begins. A detour to the "Felsenhäuschen" and enjoy the view of the city. Then steadily uphill to the "Aussicht Pump". A wonderful view rewards the effort. From here it's all downhill. After a leisurely stop and refreshment in the...
- Hard·8.8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPanoramic hike in the Thuringian Forest. This marvellous hike leads from the small town of Steinach to the Rennsteig high-level trail on the ridge of the Thuringian Forest. The hike starts at the Steinach (Thür.) railway station. The route leads past the ski arena with chair lifts, a high ropes course and the Griffelbrüchen quarries, where stones were once quarried for historical writing utensils. There are overnight accommodation and refreshment stops at the finish. Highlights: -...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Steinach?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Steinach is Rennsteig-Leiter Steinach. This trail is estimated to be 8.8 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Steinach?
Steinach: With an ascent of 2,024 ft, Rennsteig-Leiter Steinach has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Feldberg via Petershüttenweg with 1,591 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Steinach?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Steinach is Rennsteig-Leiter Steinach with a 0.0-star rating from 0 reviews.