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The Top 20 Peaks around Ilmenau

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Ilmenau is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Ilmenau for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

Schneekopf Summit and Observation Tower (Thuringia Stamp Point No. 68)

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At 978 meters, the Schneekopf is the second highest elevation in Thuringia after the Großer Beerberg (983 meters). From here you can enjoy magnificent views all around. Visiting the top …

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Kickelhahn Tower

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On the Kickelhahn there is a lookout tower from 1855, a Telekom tower, a transmission mast, the Goethe house, the foundations of a hunting lodge and a restaurant. South of …

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Highest Point of the Rennsteig (973 m)

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You can easily reach this highlight on foot from two parking lots. Either you decide for the Suhler Hütte, see refuge Adler (1.2 kilometers) or for the somewhat closer parking …

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Neue Gehlberger Hütte on Schneekopf

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The Neue Gehlberger Hütte is located on the 978-meter-high Schneekopf mountain and is the highest-altitude serviced hut in Thuringia. It offers a cozy hiking hostel with shared rooms and a restaurant serving traditional Thuringian cuisine.

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Plänckner's Viewpoint (Großer Beerberg)

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The highest and at the same time one of the most beautiful vantage points directly on the Rennsteig. Above the town of Suhl, where the Rennsteig reaches its highest point, …

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Adlersberg Observation Tower

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Here you will find a rustic, warm mountain hut with hot drinks and delicious food. From the tower you have a magnificent panoramic view.

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Highest Point of the Rennsteig

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The highest point is a must when you are in the vicinity. An even better view is only a few meters further along the path along the viewing platform.

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Rosenkopf (938 m) – Boundary Stones on the Rennsteig

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Here you can find a lot of information about the history of the boundary stones and thus also about the origins of the Rennsteig.

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View of the Schneekopf summit and observation towers

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Grandiose view of Oberhof and the Thuringian Forest.

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Great Finsterberg Observation Tower and Viewpoint

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The new tower on the Finsterberg offers a view over the entire Thuringian Forest. 👍

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Sachsenstein Viewpoint (Touringen Stamp Station No. 67)

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From a lonely bench you have a very nice wide view over the still green forests.

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See even more amazing summits around Ilmenau with these guides:

The Top 20 Peaks around Ilmenau

Schneekopf Summit and Observation Tower (Thuringia Stamp Point No. 68)

Kickelhahn Tower

Highest Point of the Rennsteig (973 m)

Neue Gehlberger Hütte on Schneekopf

Plänckner's Viewpoint (Großer Beerberg)

Adlersberg Observation Tower

Highest Point of the Rennsteig

Rosenkopf (938 m) – Boundary Stones on the Rennsteig

View of the Schneekopf summit and observation towers

Great Finsterberg Observation Tower and Viewpoint

Sachsenstein Viewpoint (Touringen Stamp Station No. 67)

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