Best trails near Gickelhahn
3.9(60 reviews)
Want to check out Gickelhahn from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Gickelhahn are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (36)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried and scenic circular route in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. This varied route was the winner in the "Day tours" category in 2022 - so there is a consensus that this is a very special hiking trail! The start is near the Bad Tabarz tourist information centre. It goes through the forest and slightly uphill - always with beautiful views and rewarding vantage points. Later, the five-armed signpost is reached via a steep staircase so that the Hirschstein and Red Tower cannot be missed....
- 3.5 (11)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrIdyllic loop in the Thuringian Forest This beautiful route from Bad Tabarz offers a typical hiking experience in the Thuringian Forest. The hike leads on lonely paths through romantic coniferous forest with babbling brooks and past impressive rock formations. Rest areas such as the Waltershauser Hütte invite to take a deep breath and have a picnic. It is possible to travel to Bad Tabarz by public transport, from there it is only a short walk to the starting point. At the Tanzbuche there is a...
- 4.3 (3)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrNatural, picturesque circular hiking trail in the Thuringian Forest, Thuringia. From Tabarz it goes over Schweizerhaus and Rotenbergspromenade through the picturesque forest. You can hike through the idyll of the Thuringian Forest along the Lauchagrund, Tanzbuche and Ink Hole and enjoy beautiful views of the surroundings over and over again. Highlights of the round: - Picturesque landscape - Idyllic nature - Great prospects
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Gickelhahn?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Gickelhahn is Gipfel- und Aussichtstour Tour 1 - Bad Tabarz, which has a 4.6 star rating from 36 reviews. This trail is 6.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,279 ft.
What is the longest trail near Gickelhahn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Gickelhahn is Rennsteigschleife. This trail is estimated to be 23.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Gickelhahn?
Gickelhahn: With an ascent of 2,939 ft, Rennsteigschleife has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Tabarz - Bärenbruchsgrund - Felsental with 1,771 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Gickelhahn?
The most popular and difficult trail near Gickelhahn is Rennsteigschleife with a 3.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
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