Best trails near Elfriedenquelle

This route follows stage 2 of the Rennsteig, connecting Ruhla (Hubertushaus) with the Ebertswiese near Friedrichsroda on a scenically beautiful section. The path runs via the Ruhlaer Häuschen to the striking Glöckner rock formation and eventually climbs the Großer Inselsberg, which offers spectacular views across Thuringia from its 916-meter summit. As you hike through deep mixed forests, historic boundary stones like the Dreiherrenstein at Großer Weißenberg line the path, bearing witness to...

Idyllic and varied loop near Friedrichroda, Thuringia. The loop begins at the information board near the Hotel Walldschlösschen. First, a few meters of ascent are mastered. It goes through shady forest and a bit along the well-known Rennsteig. Along the way there are parts of historic bobsleigh runs - including the oldest bobsleigh and racing sled run in Germany. From the mountain inn Heuberghaus it finally goes into the "Kühle Tal" ("cool valley ")- a very beautiful route with a small...

Idyllic hike in the Thuringian Forest, Germany. A varied hike that leads along the Schilfwasser stream with a slight incline. You hike past the Gottlobssteinbruch and a Kneipp pool to a small waterfall. On the way there are always information boards about the history, flora and fauna of the region. At the destination, a restaurant awaits you to stop off. Highlights: - Kneipp pool - Waterfall