Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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7.22 km

Großer Dreiherrenstein

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Here at this prominent point you can decide where to go on the further journey.

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22.8 km

Plänckner's viewpoint (Großer Beerberg)

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The highest and at the same time one of the most beautiful vantage points directly on the Rennsteig. Above the town of Suhl, where the Rennsteig reaches its highest point, …

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23.0 km

Highest Point of the Rennsteig

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The highest point is a must when you are in the vicinity. An even better view is only a few meters further along the path along the viewing platform.

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23.9 km

Suhler Ausspanne

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One of the 4 parking spaces between Rondell and Schmücke. Starting point for the competition routes and several cross-country ski runs.

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24.5 km

Enchanting coniferous forests on the Rennsteig

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26.7 km

Forest Idyll on the Rennsteig

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Beautiful forest paths, easy to walk in summer, always a bit cooler than down in the valley and shady, so perfect for sporting activities 👌

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28.5 km

Shelter "Stein 16"

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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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34.2 km

View of the Thuringian Forest

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45.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.1 km

6.28 km

2.87 km

1.32 km

516 m

344 m

Surfaces

31.9 km

9.66 km

2.00 km

941 m

459 m

357 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (960 m)

Lowest point (570 m)

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Tuesday 14 April

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Enchanting coniferous forests on the Rennsteig

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