Best long trails in Biosphärenreservat Thüringer Wald

This route follows stage 5 of the Rennsteig, connecting Frauenwald (Allzunah) with Friedrichshöhe on a historically significant section. The hike marks the transition from the Thuringian Forest to the Thuringian Slate Mountains and passes the Großer Dreiherrenstein, which marks the exact geographic midpoint of the 169 km trail. Cultural and scenic highlights include Neustadt am Rennsteig with its Rennsteig Museum, the Rennsteigwarte observation tower on the Eselsberg near Masserberg, and the...

This route follows stage 4 of the Rennsteig, connecting Oberhof with Frauenwald (Allzunah) on one of the most scenic sections of the trail. From the Grenzadler, the path passes the famous Rennsteig Garden and climbs to the Großer Beerberg, the highest peak in the Thuringian Forest at 982 meters. Highlights include the high moor on the Beerberg, the Herbert Roth Monument at Borstenplatz, and the historic Schmücke inn. The path continues past the Nahe Spring to the traditional Rennsteig station...

Popular, idyllic circular hike in the Thuringian Forest biosphere reserve. This picturesque circular route leads once around the Schönbrunn dam and the Tannenbach. On the way you have continuously fantastic views over the lake and into the Thuringian Forest. Highlights of the hike: - Close to nature and calm - Fantastic views

Great summit tour around Goltlauter in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The start and end point is the Goldlauter Bridge car park/bus stop. From there, a tough stretch up into the forest begins the summit tour from the Salzberg to the Großer Finsterberg via the Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf and finally to the Rosenkopf and past the Großer Beerberg. Highlights: - Summit ascents: Salzberg, Großer Finsterberg, Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf, Rosenkopf and Großer Beerberg - grandiose view

Popular, scenic route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Almost 15,000 runners run the Rennsteiglauf every year. The route leads through the Thuringian Forest along cultural and historical sights such as the Wartburg Castle and idyllic landscapes such as the high moor on the Großer Beerberg. Furthermore, the path runs through the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Vessertal, where you will find more hiking trails and attractions. Highlights of the route: - Varied flora and fauna - UNESCO Biosphere...

Event route for marathon runners from 2016 This is the route of the Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016. Please note the StVo. It is possible that some parts of this route were closed especially for the marathon and are now integrated into normal traffic again. The route is suitable for training marathon runners. It runs from Neuhaus am Rennweg to Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig.

Challenging and diverse excursion in Oberhof, Thuringia. From the Kurpark Oberhof it goes through the Thuringian Forest over the Schuderbachswiese to the Schneekopf. Highlights of the hike: - Past the Schuderbachswiese - Idyllic forest landscape - Beautiful views of the high moor on the Great Beerberge

Scenic Rennsteigleiter route in the footsteps of Goethe, Thuringia. This beautiful route along the Rennsteig traces the footsteps of the poet and naturalist Goethe. The start is at the Ilmenau Rennsteig-Leiter town portal. The route initially heads westwards and crosses various hiking trails that also lead through the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. The Kickelhahn mountain massif offers particularly magnificent views over the Ilm valley. Fresh spring water can be enjoyed at the Marienquelle...

Popular loop trail in the Thuringian Forest biosphere reserve, Thuringia. This beautiful loop trail leads to the second highest mountain in the Thuringian Forest: the almost 980 m high Schneekopf. On the way you can, for example, take a relaxing break in Schmuecke or at the "Gueldene Bruecke" ("golden bridge"). Highlights of the hike: - Spa gardens in Gehlberg - Schneekopf (978 m above sea level) - Teufelskreis - Schmuecke

Panoramic and idyllic hiking and running trail in Suhl, Thuringia. From the car park in Schmücke (near the Schneekopf bus stop), follow the Michael-Kehr-Weg via the "Suhler Hütte" mountain hut and through the shady forest until you reach the Großer Finsterberg. There you have beautiful views of the area. It then goes back to the starting point via Goldlauter. Highlights of the hike: - Charming forest landscape - Great Dark Mountain - Beautiful views