Best trails near Sachsenstein
4.8(26 reviews)
Want to check out Sachsenstein 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 Sachsenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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
- 4.5 (5)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrScenic Rennsteigleiter route in the footsteps of Goethe, Thuringia. This beautiful route along the Rennsteig traces the footsteps of the poet and naturalist Goethe. The start is at the Ilmenau Rennsteig-Leiter town portal. The route initially heads westwards and crosses various hiking trails that also lead through the Thuringian Forest Nature Park. The Kickelhahn mountain massif offers particularly magnificent views over the Ilm valley. Fresh spring water can be enjoyed at the Marienquelle...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·12.4 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular, panoramic hike in the Thuringian Forest Biosphere Reserve, Thuringia. A great circular hike with numerous views over the Thuringian Forest and the region. From Gehlberg it goes to Seiffartsburg, over the Sachsenstein and along the Schnepfkopf. Highlights of the circular route: - View from the Sachsenstein - Mordfleck - Seiffartsburg
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Sachsenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Sachsenstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Sachsenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Sachsenstein is Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter, which has a 4.6 star rating from 18 reviews. This trail is 18.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 4,409 ft.
What is the longest trail near Sachsenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Sachsenstein is Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter. This trail is estimated to be 18.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Sachsenstein?
Sachsenstein: With an ascent of 4,409 ft, Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Ilmenau - Schmücke - Rennsteig with 3,051 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Sachsenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Sachsenstein is Summit Hiking Trail from Goldlauter with a 4.6-star rating from 18 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