Best trails near Eselsberg
4.4(45 reviews)
Want to check out Eselsberg 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 Eselsberg 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...
- 4.1 (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
- 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.
- 4.8 (6)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular, promising cross-country ski run and hiking route in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. This scenic route leads through the picturesque mountains of the Thuringian Forest. From Eselsberg at the Rennsteigwarte you get outstanding views of the forest landscape. The route is suitable for hiking in summer or for cross-country skiing in winter. Highlights of the route: - Masserberg trail garden - Rennsteig control room - Sommerberg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Eselsberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Eselsberg 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 Eselsberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Eselsberg is Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016. This trail is estimated to be 26.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Eselsberg?
Eselsberg: With an ascent of 3,769 ft, Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016 has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe with 2,375 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Eselsberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Eselsberg is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe with a 4.3-star rating from 21 reviews.
