Best trail running trails in Thuringian Forest Nature Park
The Thuringian Forest offers a charming low mountain range landscape. Colorful mountain meadows, dark mountain spruce forests, lonely mountain peaks and clear waters characterize the landscape. Wooded heights alternate with deep valleys and steep slopes. The highest elevations in the central Thuringian Forest include the Große Beerber and the Schneekopf, both of which are popular excursion destinations.
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- 4.2 (19)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, panoramic hike in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This short but idyllic circular hike leads from the Oberhof Kurpark along the Oberhof Rennsteig Gardens to the Bärenstein. On natural paths, you can enjoy the silence of the forest and excellent views of the region. Highlights of the hike: - View from the Bärenstein - Rennsteiggarten Oberhof - Oberhof spa gardens
- 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...
- 4.1 (16)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. The Oberhofer loop trail is an experience all year round - in summer as a hiking trail, in winter as the "1st Thuringian Winter Cycle Path" and as a cross-country ski run. As the name suggests, there are some important sports facilities along the way. The route runs along the historic sports facility hiking trail and the educational forest trail on the Schlossberg. Highlights of the hike: - Viewpoint "Wadebergblick" - ski...
- 4.8 (12)·Moderate·4.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular, short round in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. A great, entertaining circular hike that is also suitable for families with children. It goes through the idyllic nature of the Thuringian Forest, up to the Veilchenbrunen and over the hill of the Sternberg. Highlights of the circular hike: - Sternberg - Violet fountain
- 4.5 (15)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrWooded 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.
- 4.8 (8)·Hard·13.6 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular, 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...
- 4.1 (10)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic forest hike near Masserberg, Eisfeld, Thuringia. This hike is an easy round along the Rennsteig to the Eisfelder Ausspanne and via the source of the Werra back to Masserberg. Highlights of the hike: - Werraquell Hut - donkey mountain - small cleaning - Ice field relaxation
- 3.7 (6)·Easy·2.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrPopular walk in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This family-friendly route takes walkers from Oberhof city center to the Rennsteiggarten. In the botanical garden, which focuses on the mountain flora, you can not only look forward to a diverse flora, but also to views as far as the Rhön and the opportunity to stop at Café Enzian. Highlights of the hike: - Oberhof - Oberhof Rennsteig garden - View over the Thuringian Forest - Rondelle - Schuderbach meadow - playground
- 3.5 (10)·Moderate·4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting, varied circular hike in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. Numerous sights and idyllic nature experiences await you on this short but interesting tour. Through the Thuringian Forest and the Wartburg-Hohe Sonne nature reserve, you can hike along historical sights and get incredible views. Highlights of the route: - Wartburgallee - Eisenach Castle - Carl Alexander look - Wartburg - Schlossberg
- 4.5 (9)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular, scenic hiking route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The hike starts at the Ausspanne parking lot (bus travel also possible) and leads along the Rennsteig trail past the Rosenkopf to the Suhler Hütte inn. The hike follows natural paths through the depths of the forest and along the raised bog on the Großer Beerberg. There are always great views over the Thuringian Forest. You return along the same route. Highlights of the hike: - High moor - View from the Schneekopf -...
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Where is the best hiking trail for running in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best hiking trail for running in Thuringian Forest Nature Park is Zum Bärenstein, which has a 4.2 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 5.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,164 ft.
What is the longest running trail in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest running trail in Thuringian Forest Nature Park is Rennsteiglauf Supermarathon 2018. This trail is estimated to be 46.3 mi long.
How many running trails are in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
There are 129 running trails in Thuringian Forest Nature Park.These running trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom 599 AllTrails community reviews.
Which running trail has the most elevation gain in Thuringian Forest Nature Park?
Heldentrail has the most elevation gain for running trails with 9,895 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Rennsteiglauf Supermarathon 2018, which has 8,031 ft of elevation gain.
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