Best trails near Brand
4.6(18 reviews)
Want to check out Brand 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Brand are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (7)·Hard·5.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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
- 4.4 (7)·Hard·6.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. This beautiful loop from Gehlberg leads up to the Schneekopf, the second-highest mountain peak in the Thuringian Forest. The route is shaped like an eight and can therefore be easily shortened. The first loop leads around the Brand, which is 2952 ft high - also one of the highest peaks in the Thuringian Forest. The second loop leads up to the Schneekopf. Highlights of the hike: - Schneekopf - Brand - Schneekopf moor -...
- 4.3 (3)·Moderate·2.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming, panoramic hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. It starts from the Güldene Bridge car park. There is also a bus stop at the starting point. The hike goes past the former ski jump through the beautiful Thuringian Forest. Highlights of the circular route: - Idyllic forest landscape - Beautiful views - Accessible by bus
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular, panoramic hike in the Thuringian Forest Biosphere Reserve, Thuringia. A great circular hike with numerous views over the Thuringian Forest and the region. From Gehlberg it goes to Seiffartsburg, over the Sachsenstein and along the Schnepfkopf. Highlights of the circular route: - View from the Sachsenstein - Mordfleck - Seiffartsburg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Brand?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Brand is Gehlberg, Gueldene Bridge and Schmuecke, which has a 4.5 star rating from 7 reviews. This trail is 5.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,057 ft.
What is the longest trail near Brand?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Brand is Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf. This trail is estimated to be 12.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Brand?
Brand: With an ascent of 2,919 ft, Seyffartsburg - Schmücke - Schnepfkopf has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Gehlberg - Brand Loop with 2,227 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Brand?
The most popular and difficult trail near Brand is Gehlberg, Gueldene Bridge and Schmuecke with a 4.5-star rating from 7 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Schneekopf
- Großer Beerberg
- Plänckners Aussicht
- Neue Gehlberger Hütte
- Borstenplatz
- Großer Finsterberg
- Gasthaus Suhler Hütte
- Triefender Stein
- Schneekopfhütte
- Finsterberger Brain
- Walter-Ulbricht-Schanze
- Sachsenstein
- Ilm-Brunnen
- Teufelskanzel
- Rundblick Salzberg
- Schmücke-Schneekopf Blick
- Sandwurf
- Brönle
- Vesserquelle
- Salzberg