Best trails near Ersteberg
4.5(33 reviews)
Want to check out Ersteberg from the trail? Good news: 3 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Ersteberg 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...
- 4.4 (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 (4)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park, Thuringia. The Rennsteig is one of the most famous long-distance hiking trails in the Thuringian Forest. On this short hike, characterized by a few climbs and descents, you can experience the charm of the Rennsteig in a pleasant day tour. You can stop off at the Triniusbaude on the Triniusstein. Highlights of the hike: - Trinius Stone - Views over the Thuringian Forest - Masserberg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Ersteberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Ersteberg 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 Ersteberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Ersteberg is Rennsteiglauf Marathon 2016. This trail is estimated to be 26.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Ersteberg?
Ersteberg: 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 Ersteberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Ersteberg is Rennsteig Stage 5: Allzunah - Friedrichshöhe with a 4.3-star rating from 21 reviews.
