Best partially-paved trails in Tambach-Dietharz

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Explore the most popular partially paved trails near Tambach-Dietharz 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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#1 - Schmalwasser Dam Loop
4.3 (30)·Hard·9.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
Popular, scenic loop in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This popular route, which completely circumnavigates the Schmalwasser dam, inspires young and old alike. The dam has a huge storage volume and is therefore also called the "Dietharzer Meer" ("Dietharzer Sea"). It is still used today for flood protection and power generation. The Röllchen, a ridge near the dam, is particularly impressive. Once a year there is a two-dam run here in "Canada in Thuringia". Since there are nice resting...
#2 - Tambacher Gründe
4.7 (8)·Hard·12.4 mi
Popular, varied hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. On this path near Tambach-Dietzharz you walk on narrow and lonely paths through the Tambacher Grund along the Thuringian Slate Mountains. Highlights of the hike: - Apfelstädter Grund - mean water bottom - Great Buchenberg with a view of the Schmalwassertalsperre - Wedelbach pond
#3 - Tambach-Dietharz zur Burg Schwarzwald
4.1 (2)·Hard·10.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest partially-paved trail in Tambach-Dietharz?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially-paved trail in Tambach-Dietharz is Tambacher Gründe. This trail is estimated to be 12.4 mi long.

Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Tambach-Dietharz?

Tambach-Dietharz: With an ascent of 2,122 ft, Tambacher Gründe has the most elevation gain of all of the partially paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for partially paved trails is Schmalwasser Dam Loop with 2,017 ft of elevation gain.