Best trails near Schloss Altenstein
4.2(40 reviews)
Want to check out Schloss Altenstein from the trail? Good news: 4 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schloss Altenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (25)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThe hike leads through the historic Thuringian Slate Mountains and combines the romantic ruins of a hilltop castle with the refreshing force of nature of a hidden forest waterfall. From the starting point, the trail first leads above the impressive Ohra dam and then climbs up to the ruins of Altenstein Castle. The tour leads through dense beech and spruce forests, where the knocking of the black woodpecker can be heard in spring. A particular highlight is the Luisenthal waterfall (often...
- 3.6 (5)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrFamily-friendly loop trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. A beautiful loop trail from Bad Liebenstein via Altenstein Castle and Altenstein Park to Steinbach. Highlights of the hike: - Altenstein Castle with Castle Park - Bad Liebenstein spa gardens - Tierpark Bad Liebenstein (optional) - Luisenthal Waterfall
- 4.3 (8)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrShort hike from Bad Liebenstein spa promenade to historic Altenstein Castle in the extensive Altensteiner Park. Altenburg Castle is only a few kilometers away from the oldest spa town in Thuringia (Bad Liebenstein). It is surrounded by a picturesque landscaped park, which is worth a visit in itself. This easy hike starts at the specialist clinics in town and leads past the old post office, through the rose garden in Elisabethpark to the castle park.
- 4.2 (2)·Hard·9.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried hike to several historical highlights The hike begins at the Steinbach turning point car park/bus stop. First she makes a short detour to the castle and Altenstein Castle. There is also a restaurant here where you can get some refreshments before starting the rest of the hike. The hike then leads to the Gerberstein and the Großer Weißenberg. The way back leads parallel to the Steinbach. Highlights: - Steinbach baroque church - Luther monument - Gerberstein - Dreiherrnstein - Abrasive...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Schloss Altenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schloss Altenstein is Altenstein Castle and Luisenthal Waterfall, which has a 4.6 star rating from 25 reviews. This trail is 3.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 666 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schloss Altenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schloss Altenstein is Luthers Entführung - Bad Liebenstein - Lutherdenkmal - Thüringer Wald. This trail is estimated to be 9.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schloss Altenstein?
Schloss Altenstein: With an ascent of 2,112 ft, Luthers Entführung - Bad Liebenstein - Lutherdenkmal - Thüringer Wald has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Altenstein Castle and Park Loop with 1,043 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schloss Altenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schloss Altenstein is Luthers Entführung - Bad Liebenstein - Lutherdenkmal - Thüringer Wald with a 4.2-star rating from 2 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Fredis-Quell
- Luisenthaler Wasserfall
- Fasanentränke
- Schloss Altenstein
- Zopfbeet
- Bonifatiusfelsen
- Wallfahrtskapelle der Wüstung Glasbach
- Sennhütte
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Wallfahrt
- Glöckner
- Katz- und Maus-Höhle
- Gerberstein
- Altensteiner Höhle
- Teufelsbrücke
- Großer Krötenkopf
- Burg Liebenstein
- Gerberstein
- Rotunde
- Hühne
- Gleisdreieck