Auf dem Schneekopf

Very brilliant views in all directions, also (and especially) in rainy weather. If you are in the vicinity, you should definitely cycle past here.

One of the best panoramic mountains in Thuringia.

The snow head now has its summit cross! The wooden cross is 4 m high and was placed directly on the plateau.

Worthwhile mountain bike destination. Just always nice up there. With the Gehlberger hut is also well taken care of the physical well-being.

Visiting the Schneekopf and enjoying the gigantic view there is an absolute must and worth the little detour!

... 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.

I was up here for the Rennsteigride 2018.
Nice and worth seeing area. Only recommended.

Good place for a panoramic view of the country.

Great view mountain (978m). In good weather there is a panoramic view up to 100km.

Excellent view in all directions. In good weather!

Wrap Windbreaker There is often a strong wind.

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

Nice excursion destination on the Rennsteig

Simply a great track even in cloudy weather 👍

Immediately there is a wooden cross on the snow head and 4 m high!

Very nice valley view in the direction of Rennsteig.

In the course of the Rennsteig - Rides drove up here. Great location, great views!

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.

Perfect view in good weather!

Summit in the Thuringian Forest.

Always worth a visit

Great all-round view.
Admission: 3 euros

Very brilliant views in all directions, even (and especially) in rainy weather. If you are in the vicinity, you should definitely visit here.

Wonderful view! Partly very steep approach with the MTB!

Whether on foot or by bike, interesting and beautiful view, second highest mountain on the Rennsteig, plenty of seating available