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The best walks and hikes around Ilmenau

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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Ilmenau, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Ilmenau.

Last updated: December 13, 2025

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1. Goethe Trail in the Thuringian Forest: Ilmenau – Stützerbach

18.9km

05:47

700m

580m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Heyda Dam – View of Talsperre Heyda loop from Schmerfeld

9.69km

02:35

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Great Hermannstein – Kickelhahn Tower loop from Ilmenau

14.6km

04:21

440m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Dark Hole – Knöpfelstaler Pond loop from Stützerbach

3.70km

01:06

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Breitengrunder Pond – Helms Waterfall loop from Stützerbach

9.62km

02:44

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Ilmenau

1. Goethe Trail in the Thuringian Forest: Ilmenau – Stützerbach

2. Heyda Dam – View of Talsperre Heyda loop from Schmerfeld

3. Great Hermannstein – Kickelhahn Tower loop from Ilmenau

4. Dark Hole – Knöpfelstaler Pond loop from Stützerbach

5. Breitengrunder Pond – Helms Waterfall loop from Stützerbach

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