Mountain Biking Highlight
Very brilliant views in all directions, also (and especially) in rainy weather. If you are in the vicinity, you should definitely cycle past here.
September 10, 2018
One of the best panoramic mountains in Thuringia.
September 8, 2016
The snow head now has its summit cross! The wooden cross is 4 m high and was placed directly on the plateau.
July 7, 2018
Worthwhile mountain bike destination. Just always nice up there. With the Gehlberger hut is also well taken care of the physical well-being.
August 31, 2017
Visiting the Schneekopf and enjoying the gigantic view there is an absolute must and worth the little detour!
August 8, 2018
... and with 978 m the second highest elevation of Thuringia after the Great Beerberg (982.9). From here you can enjoy all-round magnificent views.
November 1, 2019
I was up here for the Rennsteigride 2018.
Nice and worth seeing area. Only recommended.
September 3, 2018
Great view mountain (978m). In good weather there is a panoramic view up to 100km.
May 18, 2019
Excellent view in all directions. In good weather!
Wrap Windbreaker There is often a strong wind.
May 14, 2018
The Neue Gehlberger Hütte is located on the 978 m high Schneekopf.
It is the highest located hut and hiking hostel in Thuringia at 964 m asl, ideal for Rennsteig hikers and Rennsteig cyclists (bed + bike).
Our hut has:
a lounge
3 multi-bed rooms with a total of 19 beds (mostly double beds), simple and rustic furnishings with lots of love for wood
2 bathrooms with shower / toilet on the floor
(separated by women + men)
Please bring shower and hand towels.
Hut sleeping bags are mandatory;
Rental fee EUR 4.50
Bicycle and ski storage facility
approx. 1 km walk between the hut and the snow head car park
The Neue Gehlberger Hütte has about 45 seats in the dining room and about 50 seats on the terrace for you to linger.
After a long day of hiking, you can warm up and feel good at the crackling fire in the fireplace. We take care of your physical well-being with good and varied home-style cooking.
Opening times restaurant
daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrations excluded
Breakfast for house guests:
8 a.m. to 9.30 a.m.
Source: thueringen.info
January 8, 2020
Nice excursion destination on the Rennsteig
March 21, 2022
Immediately there is a wooden cross on the snow head and 4 m high!
July 7, 2018
Very nice valley view in the direction of Rennsteig.
July 25, 2018
In the course of the Rennsteig - Rides drove up here. Great location, great views!
September 15, 2018
Great view of the Thuringian country. Even better from the observation tower.
A restaurant is also available. According to the notice board, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
July 22, 2019
Summit in the Thuringian Forest.
September 26, 2015
Very brilliant views in all directions, even (and especially) in rainy weather. If you are in the vicinity, you should definitely visit here.
October 8, 2018
Wonderful view! Partly very steep approach with the MTB!
September 4, 2019
Whether on foot or by bike, interesting and beautiful view, second highest mountain on the Rennsteig, plenty of seating available
March 8, 2022
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