Best trails near Kleiner Dreiherrnstein
4.7(34 reviews)
Want to check out Kleiner Dreiherrnstein 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 Kleiner Dreiherrnstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 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...
- 4.4 (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.
- 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...
- Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular, idyllic circular hike in the Thuringian Forest Biosphere Reserve, Thuringia. This route leads from Stützerbach to the Rennsteig to Allzunah, on to the small Dreiherrenstein and back to the starting point. Here you hike through enchanted coniferous forests and along bubbling streams. Highlights of the circular route: - Great Dreiherrenstein - Stützerbach hut - Stützerbach spa gardens
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Kleiner Dreiherrnstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kleiner Dreiherrnstein 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 Kleiner Dreiherrnstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kleiner Dreiherrnstein 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 Kleiner Dreiherrnstein?
Kleiner Dreiherrnstein: 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 Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016 with 3,769 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kleiner Dreiherrnstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kleiner Dreiherrnstein is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe with a 4.3-star rating from 21 reviews.
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