Discover southern Thuringia
Walking & nature
From a short discovery walk to an extended hike: find your way through forests, mountain meadows and valleys. The linked route pages help you plan the details.
Your overnight stop right on the Rennsteig
Go walking and stay at Haus Rosenbaum
Plan your Rennsteig hike with an overnight stay at our Haus Rosenbaum in Siegmundsburg. Its location right on the Rennsteig makes it a convenient stop before continuing your walk the next day.
Arrange your dates, room requirements and preferred meals with us in advance. Choose your stage length to suit your fitness and onward route.
Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig
Discovery trail in Schmiedefeld
Explore mountain forest, streams and meadows over approximately 3.2 kilometres. Twelve stops with discovery activities make the circular trail particularly interesting for families.
Allow time for the activity stops. The trail starts at the spa gardens.
Masserberg / Fehrenbach
Rennsteig circular walk to Werraquell-Hütte
From the Rennsteig near Masserberg, this circular walk leads to the source of the Werra and on to the Rennsteigwarte tower. Werraquell-Hütte offers a place to rest and eat.
Start at the Rennsteighaus Masserberg walking car park. Regular car access to the hut is not permitted; check opening times beforehand.
Stützerbach / Rennsteig station
DR WALD trail
This circular route of around 13 kilometres invites you to experience the forest mindfully, with inspirational stops and quiet resting places. Start in Stützerbach or at Rennsteig station.
Choose your starting point on the linked route page.
Vesser / Schmiedefeld
Upper Vesser Valley circular trail
Mountain meadows, shady valleys and paths beside the Vesser characterise this circular walk in the biosphere reserve. The route passes through Vesser and over the Adlersberg.
Allow around 4 hours and 40 minutes of walking time, plus extra time for breaks.
Rennsteig station / Schmiedefeld
Rennsteig – choose your own stage
The famous ridge trail crosses the biosphere reserve for around 30 kilometres. Instead of walking the entire stretch, choose a stage that suits your holiday.
Plan your route, return journey and possible bus or train connections in advance.
Gehlberg / Rennsteig region
Schneekopf – walking with far-reaching views
Walk to Thuringia's second-highest mountain and enjoy views over the Thuringian Forest. The observation tower and Neue Gehlberger Hütte round off the trip to the summit.
Choose a suitable walking route and check the weather, tower access and places to eat beforehand.
Discover the region on two wheels
Explore the Rennsteig and surrounding area by e-bike
Explore the Rennsteig cycle route or discover the countryside around your accommodation on a suitable bike ride. Choose your route and bicycle to match the elevation and terrain.
Enquire about an e-bike through our hire service. Arrange availability, collection and suitable equipment with us before your ride.
For current opening hours, prices and visitor information, follow the provider's “Plan your visit” link. The map shows approximate road distances from the selected attraction.