Dermbach, a small municipality in the Wartburg district in Germany, offers numerous opportunities for hiking and walking. Dermbach's geographical location is particularly charming: surrounded by picturesque hills and green valleys, the village lies idyllically embedded in nature.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Dermbach
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Rhön Rundweg 1 Dermbach - Rhön
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.7 km
3:20 h
270 m
270 m
This entertaining round tour combines an impressive landscape experience with the historic townscapes of the towns of Dermbach and Unteralba. The Emberg with the hiking hut of the same name and the Baier are insider tips among the Rhön mountain peaks.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Anniversary hike for the 875th celebration of Dermbach
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.9 km
3:35 h
692 m
695 m
Hike on the occasion of Dermbach's 875th anniversary celebration in 2020. The hike leads from Neidhartshausen via the Ibengarten to Dermbach. It goes along numerous information boards that tell stories from the life of the Rhönpaulus.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Hiking route through the green heart of Germany
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
11.2 km
3:05 h
221 m
221 m
The scenic hiking route over the mountains is the perfect excursion for nature lovers.
Hiking Trail
Family hiking trail "Schönseerundweg" - Urnshausen - Rhön
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
1.8 km
0:35 h
89 m
89 m
The nature-close hiking trail is leisurely and suitable for the whole family. Those who want more can extend the hike with an afternoon at the lake or a weekend in a tent!
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
THE HOCHRHÖNER®
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Difficulty
moderate
142.7 km
5:00 h
4,315 m
4,267 m
THE HOCHRHÖNER® is a dream trail. Between Bad Salzungen in Thuringia and Bad Kissingen in Bavaria lies, as the Hessian culminating point, the Wasserkuppe. In between, it's pure hiking. Without ifs or buts.
The Hochrhöner® long-distance hike in 8-10 stages, length: approx. 170 km, elevation gain: 4,235 m up, 5,047 m down
The map exemplarily shows the west variant of the Hochrhöner.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Dermbach-Bommelhauk-Steinberg-Gläserberg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
12.6 km
4:00 h
391 m
391 m
The scenic hike around Gläser- and Steinberg is perfect for true hikers and lovers of the Rhön.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Rhön hike Unteralba-Emberg-Unteralba
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.9 km
2:32 h
243 m
243 m
The start and end point of the hike is the "Landhotel zum Baier" in Unteralba. The route runs through Unteralba, to Oberalba and back to Unteralba. The highlight of the hike is the Emberg. From here you can admire the nature of the Rhön particularly well.
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Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Hike Rhön
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.6 km
2:10 h
198 m
194 m
The scenic hike along the Muschelkalk slopes at Emberg is highly recommended and just right for hikers who want to enjoy a beautiful landscape.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Upper Albatal Hike
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.2 km
2:43 h
248 m
248 m
The scenic and eventful hike, starting in the world championship village Unteralba - around the Eppersberg with wild and farm animal enclosures - past the Emberg and ending at the start, is perfect for hikers and lovers of the Rhön.
Hiking Trail
· Rhön
Circular hiking route to the extinct volcano - the Stoffelskuppe
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11 km
3:08 h
301 m
301 m
The route: Start and finish: 36457 Urnshausen at the village square by the church
The circular route from Urnshausen to the Stoffelskuppe, via the Bernshäuser Kutte and back to Urnshausen, is a beautiful hiking opportunity for young and old alike. Of course, you don’t have to go home hungry, because the country hotel "Zur grünen Kutte" in Bernshausen takes care of your culinary needs.
For nature lovers, there are some beautiful hiking tours to discover here. One popular route leads to the nearby Hallenburg Castle. On the way there, you can enjoy the beautiful landscape and let your eyes wander over the valley. The castle itself is an impressive building from the 16th century and today houses a museum that gives an insight into the history of the region.
Another recommended hike leads to the summit of the Heidelstein. From there you have a breathtaking view of Dermbach and the surrounding landscape. This tour is particularly worthwhile in autumn, when the leaves turn colourful.
Families with children are also well catered for in Dermbach. There are special child-friendly hiking trails dotted with interesting stations - perfect for an exciting journey of discovery through nature.
The best seasons for hiking in Dermbach are spring and autumn. In spring, numerous flowers bloom at the edge of the path and make every walk a colourful experience. In autumn, on the other hand, the landscape turns into a colourful sea of red, orange and yellow - a real feast for the eyes of nature lovers.
All in all, Dermbach offers a wide range of hiking opportunities. Whether you want to visit Hallenburg Castle, climb the Heidelstein or go on a discovery tour with the family - every hiking enthusiast will find a suitable route here. So lace up your hiking boots and set out to explore idyllic Dermbach!
Another recommended hike leads to the summit of the Heidelstein. From there you have a breathtaking view of Dermbach and the surrounding landscape. This tour is particularly worthwhile in autumn, when the leaves turn colourful.
Families with children are also well catered for in Dermbach. There are special child-friendly hiking trails dotted with interesting stations - perfect for an exciting journey of discovery through nature.
The best seasons for hiking in Dermbach are spring and autumn. In spring, numerous flowers bloom at the edge of the path and make every walk a colourful experience. In autumn, on the other hand, the landscape turns into a colourful sea of red, orange and yellow - a real feast for the eyes of nature lovers.
All in all, Dermbach offers a wide range of hiking opportunities. Whether you want to visit Hallenburg Castle, climb the Heidelstein or go on a discovery tour with the family - every hiking enthusiast will find a suitable route here. So lace up your hiking boots and set out to explore idyllic Dermbach!
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