Best trails near Abrahamskopf
4.7(35 reviews)
Want to check out Abrahamskopf from the trail? Good news: 5 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Abrahamskopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (21)·Hard·15.2 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis 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...
- 4.4 (8)·Hard·26.5 miEvent 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.
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Thuringian Forest. A great loop through the forest and past the 4 idyllic ponds. There are actually 5 ponds along the way, but the small "Fischteichtle" is not one of the ponds that give the hike its name! At the starting point, there are car parks right next to the tourist information centre and the Rennsteig Museum. There are also places to stop for refreshments here. Highlights: - Rennsteig Museum - Idyllic ponds and forests - Ochenbach mill
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·18.4 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrThis point-to-point route offers an immersive experience along the historic ridge of the Thuringian Forest, connecting Neustadt am Rennsteig to the winter sports hub of Oberhof. Cyclists can expect well-packed gravel tracks, shifting dirt trails, and scenic clearings. Following the ancient boundary path known as the Rennsteig, the way passes through dense pine forests that once formed borders between old German duchies. A nice stop along the ridge is the Plänckners Aussicht point, providing...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·38.6 mi·Est. 17.5–19.5 hrStage 2 of the long-distance cycle path “Rennsteig-Radwanderweg”, Thuringia. This is the second stage of the approximately 200 km long Rennsteig cycle path, which follows a ridge path that has existed since the Middle Ages and was formerly used as a trade route from Hörschel an der Werra to Blankenstein an der Saale. The bike tour is largely identical to the famous long-distance hiking trail on the Rennsteig, which is why you are mostly on gravel, well-marked paths. The second stage is a...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Abrahamskopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Abrahamskopf is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe, which has a 4.3 star rating from 21 reviews. This trail is 15.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,375 ft.
What is the longest trail near Abrahamskopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Abrahamskopf is Rennsteig-Radwanderweg Etappe 2: Oberhof - Neuhaus am Rennweg. This trail is estimated to be 38.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Abrahamskopf?
Abrahamskopf: With an ascent of 6,148 ft, Rennsteig-Radwanderweg Etappe 2: Oberhof - Neuhaus am Rennweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016 with 3,769 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Abrahamskopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Abrahamskopf is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe with a 4.3-star rating from 21 reviews.
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- Neustädter Höhe
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- Mühlberg
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