Best trails near Schwarza
4.2(42 reviews)
Want to check out Schwarza from the trail? Good news: 17 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping 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 17 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schwarza are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.4 (24)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular and varied loop through the Schwarzatal nature reserve, Thuringia. A fantastic loop that reveals the full beauty of the nature reserve. Along unique flora and fauna, there are always views of the idyllic Schwarzatal valley and the Thuringian Forest. The start is at the car park by the Schwarzabrücke bridge. There is also the "Chrysopras-Wehr" bus stop nearby, as well as bathrooms at the campsite and a place to stop for refreshments. It is also possible to stop off at the...
- 4.3 (3)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrStage 1 of the "Panoramaweg Schwarzatal" long-distance hiking trail, Thuringia. This is the first stage of the Schwarzatal Panorama Trail, which follows the course of the Schwarza over a length of around 140 km from the source on the Rennsteig to its confluence with the Saale. The first stage begins in Schwarza and ends in Schwarzburg. Castles, palaces, idyllic villages, great views and lots of peace and nature await hikers on this certified quality trail. There are places to stay overnight...
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrStage 2 of the "Panoramaweg Schwarzatal" long-distance hiking trail, Thuringia. This is the second stage of the Schwarzatal Panorama Trail, which follows the course of the Schwarza over a length of around 140 km from the source on the Rennsteig to its confluence with the Saale. The second stage begins in Schwarzburg and ends in Cursdorf. Castles, palaces, idyllic villages, great views and lots of peace and nature await hikers on this certified quality trail. There are places to stay...
- 4.6 (4)·Hard·12.8 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrStage 8 of the "Panoramaweg Schwarzatal" long-distance hiking trail, Thuringia. This is the eighth and last stage of the Schwarzatal Panorama Trail, which follows the course of the Schwarza over a length of around 140 km from the source on the Rennsteig to its confluence with the Saale. The eighth stage begins in Roderberg and ends in Schwarza. Castles, palaces, idyllic villages, great views and lots of peace and nature await hikers on this certified quality trail. There are places to stay...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·24.7 mi·Est. 9–10 hrWildly romantic bike tour through the nature and herb region of Thuringia A tour through the romantic Schwarzatal, which is guaranteed not to be boring. The route from Neihaus in the direction of Bad Blankenburg can be cycled downhill in a relaxed manner. For ambitious drivers it is also possible to drive the route in the other direction and thus uphill. Highlights of the bike tour: - Froebel Tower - Leibis dam - Bad Blankenburg - Castle Greifenstein - Trippstein with a wonderful view -...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·32.4 mi·Est. 13.5–15 hrExtensive, varied mountain bike tour in the Schwarzatal, Thuringia. The tour offers quite a bit of altitude and leads through the nature reserves Schwarzatal and Greifenstein. The start is in Saalfeld, from here it goes first to the Siechenbachtal via Zechengrund, Eisenberg, summit cross to Wittmannsgereuth. Continue via Birkenheide, Braunsdorf and Hainberg to Bad Blankenburg. A few extra meters of altitude via Greifenstein, Fröbelblick, Kesselwarte, then via Zeigerheim, Bismarkturm,...
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrHike through the herb garden region in Thuringia The old hiking trails are former trade and postal routes that were used by humpback pharmacists. The Olity Hiking Trails combine the themes of "herbs" and "Olives (natural remedies) trade" and lead through the interesting region in the footsteps of the humpback pharmacists.
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrDemanding hike from Bad Blankenburg via Rudolstadt The hike begins in Bad Blankenburg, where it first crosses the Schwarza. From here it goes past beautiful vantage points over the Show Home Mountain to Rudolstadt, where a detour to Heidecksburg Castle is recommended. The hike finally leads over a second climb to Kochberg Castle, where you can visit the beautiful castle park next to the castle.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schwarza?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schwarza. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 11 hiking trails, 6 mountain biking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schwarza?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schwarza is Schwarzatal Valley Loop, which has a 4.4 star rating from 24 reviews. This trail is 9.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,568 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schwarza?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schwarza is MTB-Runde um Bad Blankenburg. This trail is estimated to be 38.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schwarza?
Schwarza: With an ascent of 4,616 ft, MTB-Runde um Bad Blankenburg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is MBT-Runde: Saalfeld - Bad Blankenburg with 3,927 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schwarza?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schwarza is Panoramaweg Schwarzatal Etappe 1: Schwarza - Schwarzburg with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.