カッツヒュッテの峠・トップ6

The highest point of the Ilmenau - Großbreitenbach railway cycle path. See also https://www.quaeldich.de/paesse/hohe-tanne/ and http://www.bahntrassenradeln.de/details/th22.htm The high fir tree (701 m) lies in a saddle between the Langen Berg (808 m) and the Rennsteig approx. 850. You can decide here whether you want to * go up to the Rennsteig to Neustadt * continue on the railway cycle path to Großbreitenbach - Altenfeld * go down into the Schwarzatal * head northeast towards Rinnetal - Saalfeld * go down to Ilmenau on the tarred railway cycle path * or go down to Ilmenau on the country road. The best way to get from the railway cycle path is by racing bike *west/south through an industrial site and the HohenTanne road to the bridge and back to the roads == == ______hohe Tanne--____// __C____________________)(________>_Ilmenau railway cycle path //

A dream for racing cyclists 🤩

The Eisfelder Ausspanne, located deep in the heart of the Thuringian Forest, is a truly idyllic resting place for hikers and nature lovers. This hiking highlight, surrounded by dense forest and rich history, is a perfect place for a well-deserved break. When I visited the Eisfelder Ausspanne, I was immediately captured by the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the place. The refuge offers shelter and an opportunity to take a break, while the well-preserved "mile block" tells a piece of the place's history. The name “Ausspanne” derives from the tradition of unharnessing the horses here during the difficult crossing of the Thuringian forest ridge. The Eisfelder Ausspanne is an important crossroads on the Rennsteig and offers hikers various route options. Whether you come from Masserberg or Waffenrod or visit the Werraquelle - this place is an ideal starting or finishing point for numerous hikes. The space itself is equipped with many benches and tables, making it an inviting place for a longer rest. Here you can relax, enjoy the silence of the forest and strengthen yourself for the rest of your journey. It is also a popular meeting point for hikers who come here to exchange experiences and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

The Eisfelder Ausspanne is a large crossroads with a refuge.

Small remote "quiet" connecting road up to Steinbach.

Truly breathtaking 😉

Yes, you can relax here. In historical times, the horses that had been harnessed before the steep ascent to the ridge were unharnessed here. Therefore the name. From here you continue to the Werraquelle or the Eselsberg, if you want, turn off in the direction of Goldisthal beforehand.

Nice rest stop to stay near Masserberg