Best lake trails in Thuringian Forest Nature Park

Great loop in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. A beautiful and not too long loop in wild and romantic nature. The "Elfengrotte" - a steep wall here in the layered landscape, idyllic ponds and a detour to a small waterfall await. Start at the signpost for the Mariental hiking trails. A little further up the main road, there is a pay and display car park. Highlights: - wild and romantic Dragon Gorge - Knöpfel ponds - "Elf Grotto" natural monument

Popular circular route in the Thuringian Forest This fairly relaxed route leads around the Ohratal dam. Along the way, there are always wonderful views of the glistening waters of the lake. The water from the Ohra dammed up here is mainly used to produce drinking water for large parts of central Thuringia. Some of the paths are asphalted, made of firm gravel or natural and suitable for cycling and pushchairs. Highlights of the hike: - View of the Ohratal dam - Kerngrund pre-dam - View from...

Short, charming hiking trail near Eisenach, Thuringia. A beautiful circular route in the Thuringian Forest in the forests with gorges nature reserve between Wartburg and Hohe Sonne. The Drachenschlucht is particularly impressive. In the cool, damp gorge you can explore mosses, small ferns, rock snails and copepods, among other things. Highlights of the circular route: - Picturesque natural landscape - Elf Grotto - Button stitches - Dragon Canyon - Magnificent views - Interesting flora and...

This route follows the first stage of the Rennsteig and connects Hörschel on the River Werra with Ruhla along a first section steeped in history. The walk leads from the banks of the Werra up into the Thuringian Forest, offering sweeping views and passing historic landmarks such as the ‘Wilde Sau’ stone cross and the Vachaer Stein. A particular highlight is the Hohe Sonne rest stop, which offers an impressive view of Wartburg Castle. Traditionally, hikers collect a pebble from the Werra at...

This route follows stage 3 of the Rennsteig, connecting the Ebertswiese near Friedrichsroda with the famous sports resort of Oberhof on a densely forested section. The hike leads through extensive, untouched woodland over the Nesselberg and Sperrhügel hills to the Hoher Schorn observation tower, which offers sweeping panoramas. Shortly before the destination, the path reaches the winter sports center at Grenzadler, where hikers pass directly by the biathlon arena and the famous ski jumps...

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...

Popular dam tour around Tambach-Dietharz, Thuringia The beautiful Thuringian Forest invites to enjoy numerous nature excursions. This short hike around the Tambach dam can start at the car park on Mühlestraße. The paths lead through forests and meadows and mostly along the water on paved and easily accessible paths. There are several information boards about the landscape and the surrounding area along the way. Highlights: - Tambach-Dietharz dam - Local flora and fauna - Interesting...

Wooded hike from Oberhof in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park This beautiful hike in the Thuringian Forest leads from Oberhof to the well-known DKB Ski Arena Oberhof and the ski jump facility. The ski jumping facility at Kanzlersgrund was completely renovated in 2013. It now has a modern ceramic inrun track that can be cooled in winter and then has an ice track. The ski jumps are also covered with mats, which means they can be used all year round.

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

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...