Best forest trails in Tabarz/Thür. Wald
4.3(123 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Tabarz/Thür. Wald 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
- 4.6 (36)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried and scenic circular route in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. This varied route was the winner in the "Day tours" category in 2022 - so there is a consensus that this is a very special hiking trail! The start is near the Bad Tabarz tourist information centre. It goes through the forest and slightly uphill - always with beautiful views and rewarding vantage points. Later, the five-armed signpost is reached via a steep staircase so that the Hirschstein and Red Tower cannot be missed....
- 4.4 (48)·Moderate·6.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrGeoroute 8 in the UNESCO Global Geopark Thuringia Inselberg - Drei Gleichen in the Thuringian Forest. It starts at the tourist information in Bad Tabarz, very close to the bus station. It goes along wildly romantic rock formations and through the forest. A variety of information boards explain interesting facts about this GeoPark route. There are several cafes and restaurants in town where one can stop off after the hike. Highlights of the circular route: - Aschenbergstein - Kneipp spa...
- 4.6 (22)·Hard·9.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, panoramic hike in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The tour starts at the tourist information office in Tabarz (390m above sea level). Here is also the starting point of the Vulkansteig with some information and the "Ringelnatz" gallery with constantly changing exhibitions. Tabarz can be reached by bus from Gotha or Eisenach or with the Thuringian Forest Railway from Gotha. It is a few minutes' walk from the stop to the starting point. First the path leads through the Lauchagrund...
- 4.0 (9)·Moderate·7.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular, picturesque loop near Bad Tarbaz, Thuringia. This loop leads to the Großer Inselberg and the summer toboggan run. The route runs on natural paths and asphalted trails through the Thuringian forest landscape, along the Tabarz hard stone works and the Backofenlöcher. Highlights of the tour: - View from the Große Inselberg - Summer toboggan run - View of Tabarz
- 3.8 (8)·Easy·4.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCircular route in Bad Tabarz - stroll and get information - The Kneipp spa mile is intended to give you a little impression of Bad Tabarz, combined with some information on the historical development of Tabarz. The path is mostly good with little incline and is easy to master even for inexperienced hikers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Tabarz/Thür. Wald?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Tabarz/Thür. Wald is Inselsberg Loop. This trail is estimated to be 9.6 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Tabarz/Thür. Wald?
Tabarz/Thür. Wald: With an ascent of 2,119 ft, Inselsberg Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Greater Inselsberg Loop with 1,830 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Tabarz/Thür. Wald?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Tabarz/Thür. Wald is Inselsberg Loop with a 4.6-star rating from 22 reviews.