Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 15, 2025

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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Start point

Bus stop

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928 m

Shelter "Stein 16"

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Directly on the Rennsteig you will find a wonderful shelter with a table, two benches and a huge panoramic window with a view of the forest, which invites you to bivouac.

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3.22 km

Schützenberg Hut

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small shelter in bad weather

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4.25 km

Violet fountain

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Nice little fountain with crystal clear, cool spring water. Right around the corner, a bench with a table invites you to linger. The children enjoy the freshly tapped water. And …

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5.26 km

View of the Moor in Thuringian Forest Nature Park

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Beautiful path through the moor with educational panels.

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5.34 km

View of the Schützenberg Moor

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what a beautiful landscape

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5.41 km

Schützenbergmoor Boardwalk (Touringen stamp checkpoint No. 190)

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A wonderful hiking destination that is really different but fantastic in every season and in every weather condition! It's especially great to look at after it rains.

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5.43 km

Schützenberg Moor Boardwalk

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Worth a visit at any time of year!

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6.41 km

Veilchenbrunnen

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The Rennsteig offers hikers many information boards and signposts

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7.33 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.57 km

1.46 km

240 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.98 km

917 m

173 m

138 m

Elevation

Highest point (900 m)

Lowest point (810 m)

Weather

Tuesday 30 December

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