Best trails near Fichtenkopf
4.7(76 reviews)
Want to check out Fichtenkopf from the trail? Good news: 11 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 11 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Fichtenkopf are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (20)·Hard·12.7 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 4 of the Rennsteig, connecting Oberhof with Frauenwald (Allzunah) on one of the most scenic sections of the trail. From the Grenzadler, the path passes the famous Rennsteig Garden and climbs to the Großer Beerberg, the highest peak in the Thuringian Forest at 982 meters. Highlights include the high moor on the Beerberg, the Herbert Roth Monument at Borstenplatz, and the historic Schmücke inn. The path continues past the Nahe Spring to the traditional Rennsteig station...
- 4.6 (18)·Hard·18 mi·Est. 10–11 hrGreat summit tour around Goltlauter in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. The start and end point is the Goldlauter Bridge car park/bus stop. From there, a tough stretch up into the forest begins the summit tour from the Salzberg to the Großer Finsterberg via the Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf and finally to the Rosenkopf and past the Großer Beerberg. Highlights: - Summit ascents: Salzberg, Großer Finsterberg, Fichtenkopf, Schneekopf, Rosenkopf and Großer Beerberg - grandiose view
- 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...
- 4.7 (7)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic and idyllic hiking and running trail in Suhl, Thuringia. From the car park in Schmücke (near the Schneekopf bus stop), follow the Michael-Kehr-Weg via the "Suhler Hütte" mountain hut and through the shady forest until you reach the Großer Finsterberg. There you have beautiful views of the area. It then goes back to the starting point via Goldlauter. Highlights of the hike: - Charming forest landscape - Great Dark Mountain - Beautiful views
- 3.8 (11)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. Beautiful forest trails and several vantage points await you on this loop trail in the Thuringian Forest. Up to the Suhler Huette mountain hut, the climb is quite constant, but not very steep. The highest hut on the Rennsteig offers overnight accommodation and home-style cooking (note opening hours). Highlights of the hike: - Suhler Huette - Unterer Geiersberg - Hansenrod - Goldlauter - Viewpoint "Koepfchen"
- 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...
- 4.7 (4)·Moderate·4.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis route begins at the end of the road in Goldlauter, which is northeast of Suhl. She begins by following the Golden Lauter. It leads through the forest, which is part of the Thuringian Forest, and uses the Pochwerkgrundweg. On the way back to the starting point you will pass the Sugar Loaf, which is about 760 meters high.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Fichtenkopf?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Fichtenkopf. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 10 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Fichtenkopf?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Fichtenkopf is Rennsteig Stage 4: Grenzadler - Allzunah, which has a 4.3 star rating from 20 reviews. This trail is 12.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,981 ft.
What is the longest trail near Fichtenkopf?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Fichtenkopf 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 Fichtenkopf?
Fichtenkopf: 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 Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter with 4,409 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Fichtenkopf?
The most popular and difficult trail near Fichtenkopf is Rennsteig Stage 4: Grenzadler - Allzunah with a 4.3-star rating from 20 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