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Selbitzplatz and Rennsteig Shoe

Selbitzplatz and Rennsteig Shoe

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Selbitzplatz and Rennsteig Shoe

Recommended by 214 hikers out of 224

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Naturpark Thüringer Schiefergebirge/Obere Saale

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Location: Blankenstein, Saale-Orla-Kreis, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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1. König David Viewpoint – Röhrensteig Trail loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

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2. Teufelssteg — Across the Selbitz – Röhrensteig Trail loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

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

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3. Blankenberg Castle Ruins – Skywalk at Wachhügel, Pottiga loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

12.1km

03:23

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Zoe von Rambling Rocks

May 27, 2025

The Selbitzplatz in Blankenstein is an important hiking base and is often referred to as the "hub of hiking." Several well-known long-distance hiking trails converge here, including the Rennsteig, the Kammweg, the Frankenweg, and the Franconian Mountain Trail.

A special highlight at the Selbitzplatz is the Rennsteigschuh (Rennsteig Shoe) – an oversized sculpture in the shape of a hiking boot with an integrated slide. This unique play structure was specially developed for the Rennsteig and offers young hikers a great opportunity to climb and play.

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Vogtland

December 14, 2016

The Selbitzplatz is a real hub for hiking. Four great long-distance hikes end or start here: The Rennsteig - marked with an R, the Kammweg - marked with a K, the Frankenweg - marked with an F and the Franconian Mountain Trail - marked with a G. Have fun on your hikes and adventures!

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Klausi

May 1, 2022

Start and end point of many hiking trails.

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Location: Blankenstein, Saale-Orla-Kreis, Vogtland, Saxony, Germany

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Selbitzplatz and Rennsteig Shoe

1. König David Viewpoint – Röhrensteig Trail loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

2. Teufelssteg — Across the Selbitz – Röhrensteig Trail loop from Blankenstein (Saale)

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