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Thuringia
Hildburghausen
Masserberg

Eselsgrund Shelter (791 m) – Rennsteig stone on the Rennsteig loop from Masserberg

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Germany
Thuringia
Hildburghausen
Masserberg

Eselsgrund Shelter (791 m) – Rennsteig stone on the Rennsteig loop from Masserberg

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4.9

(24)

88

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Eselsgrund Shelter (791 m) – Rennsteig stone on the Rennsteig loop from Masserberg

01:45

6.62km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 1, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.57 km

Bench in Thuringian Forest Nature Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice bench to linger

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2

1.80 km

Alabaster Spring Near the Werra Source

Highlight • Natural Monument

Small idyllic spring 👍🍀👍

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3

2.53 km

Eselsgrund Shelter (791 m)

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The way to the source of the Werra is always worthwhile👍🍀

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4

3.50 km

Rennsteig stone on the Rennsteig

Highlight • Monument

The Rennsteigstein marks the course of the Rennsteig!

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5

4.43 km

Arrived at the stone you can continue straight to the Rennsteigwarte or turn off to the Werraquell-Hütte. The information on the board is interesting to read. A hut offers protection, a seat is available.

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6

4.47 km

Signpost on the Rennsteig

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7

4.86 km

Shelter Below Eselsberg

Highlight • Mountain Hut

A nice shelter to take a break or shelter from the rain.

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8

6.62 km

Rennsteighaus Masserberg

Highlight • Rest Area

This modern, multifunctional building offers a wide range of uses: In addition to everyday needs, it's a great place to dry your ski and snowboard equipment. Use of the restrooms …

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6.62 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.08 km

521 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.06 km

540 m

< 100 m

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Monday 8 June

16°C

9°C

56 %

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