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Hikes in Geratal

Thuringia,Germany

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Geratal, a picturesque region in the Ilm district in Germany, is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. With its idyllic landscape and numerous hiking trails, it offers the perfect setting for unforgettable exploratory tours.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Geratal

Nature Explorer Route
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Nature discovery route "In the footsteps of the garden gnome"
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate closed
6.8 km
3:00 h
54 m
54 m
This route is specially designed for bright children like you who want to explore the nature around them full of curiosity and a spirit of discovery. Circular hike "In the footsteps of the garden gnome" for our school beginners and primary school children.
Zwergstatt Gräfenroda, museum, manufactory, café
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
In the footsteps of the garden gnome - Municipality Geratal OT Gräfenroda
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
8.1 km
2:00 h
76 m
96 m
Gräfenroda is the birthplace of the garden gnome. With our circular hiking route, we want to offer the opportunity to explore 11 former manufactory locations.
Raubschloss - Fountain, municipality Geratal
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Circular route - "Räuberstieg" - Gräfenroda
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
5
13.5 km
4:00 h
390 m
373 m
Natural recreational hiking route for experienced hikers with alpine ascents in the Thuringian Forest. Great views, connection between the Gräfenroda youth hostel and the Geraberg school camp.
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Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Arlesberger Braunsteinweg in Geraberg, Geratal rural municipality
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
No ratings (yet)
5.6 km
2:30 h
299 m
3 m
The themed route was established by the "Geraberger Heimatfreunde". Information boards, pits and (indicated) entrances as well as field stones show where manganese ore was once mined.
Langer Grunds Pond near the Lütschetalsperre
Hiking Trail · Oberhof
Circular hike to Lütschetalsperre
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
No ratings (yet)
13 km
3:25 h
238 m
238 m
A popular hike from Oberhof to the Lütschetalsperre. It's worth packing swimwear, with a detour to Schlossbergkanzel. Some ascents add the right spice to the route.
Geschwenda, White Rock, View of Lütschegrund
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Circular Hiking Route - Geschwenda
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
10 km
3:00 h
164 m
164 m
The circular hiking route around the district of Geschwenda in the municipality of Geratal is an old hiking trail that was revised and newly signposted as part of a school project in 2022.
Between
Hiking Trail · Geratal
Thuringian Climate Trail Geraberg
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
No ratings (yet)
5.1 km
2:30 h
114 m
112 m
On the nature-oriented educational and hiking trail, you learn everything about climate and weather on over 20 panels and two large thermometers.
At the Rennsteig
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Nordic Walking Tour Forsthaus Sattelbach - Jagdstein
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
8.3 km
2:15 h
123 m
123 m
Comfortable hike with little elevation change. Ideal for a half-day hike. Refreshments available at the guesthouse "Forsthaus Sattelbach". Delicious Thuringian specialties.
Burnt rock near Oberhof
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Circular hiking trail - "Zum Ausgebrannten Stein" - Oberhof - Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty easy
5
11.2 km
3:00 h
183 m
183 m
A circular hike from Oberhof with beautiful views and a break at the idyllic Sieglitzteich.
Burnt rock
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Circular Hiking Route - Lütsche-Flößgraben - Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
5
13.8 km
4:00 h
192 m
192 m
The "Lütsche-Flößgraben," once a canal used to float logs from surrounding forests, has over time developed into a popular hiking trail and technical monument.
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The Gera Valley is nestled between wooded hills and gentle valleys. It is characterised by its diverse flora and fauna, with the Geraberg in particular being one of the special highlights with its impressive rock formations. The area is characterised by small streams, clear lakes and lush green meadows - a true natural paradise.

For hiking enthusiasts, there are a variety of attractive hiking tours in Geratal. Whether beginners or experienced mountaineers, everyone will find the right route here. A particularly popular trail leads along the Gera River, which crosses the valley. Here you can hike leisurely along the banks and enjoy the magnificent view of the surrounding countryside.

Another recommended tour leads to Molsdorf Castle, a historic building from the 17th century. The path there leads through dense forests and past flowering fields - a real highlight for nature lovers.

The hiking trails around the Hohenfelden reservoir are also particularly family-friendly. Here, children can romp around to their heart's content while exploring the beautiful surroundings. Along the lake there are also numerous picnic areas where you can take a break and enjoy nature to the fullest.

The best season for hiking in Geratal is spring, when nature awakens and everything is in full bloom. But pleasant temperatures and long days also entice you to go on long tours in summer. In autumn, on the other hand, the valley turns into a colourful sea of colours, which is particularly appealing.

Overall, Geratal with its varied landscapes and well-marked hiking trails offers ideal conditions for unforgettable hiking tours. Whether you are travelling alone or with the whole family - everyone will find their personal dream route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore this fascinating region!

Reviews

  • September 13, 2025
    Uwe Klärner
    Eine wirklich sehr schöne Tour. Leider war die Talsperre extrem leer, sonst wären die Eindrücke noch schöner gewesen. Die Streckenführung ist fast ausschließlich auf Waldwegen mit wunderschönen Passagen im Wald und an Felsen vorbei. Soweit man festes Schuhwerk trägt und einigermaßen fit ist, kann man ohne Weiteres diesen Track absolvieren. Schöne Picknick Möglichkeiten gibt es in der zweiten Hälfte der Tour - am hohen Stein und am Stieglitzer See. Sicher auch im Winter sehr schön.
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    Photo: Uwe Klärner, Community
    Photo: Uwe Klärner, Community
    Photo: Uwe Klärner, Community
    Photo: Uwe Klärner, Community
    Photo: Uwe Klärner, Community
    Written September 13, 2025
  • June 21, 2023
    Hannes Zeidler
    Sehr tolles erlebnis
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    Written June 21, 2023
  • May 02, 2023
    Daniel Körner
    Die vorherige schlechte Bewertung kann ich überhaupt nicht nachvollziehen. Wir machten die Wandertour mit unseren Kindern und es war wunderschön. Der sehr gute Wanderweg führt bis zum Mönchshof entlang an herrlichen alten Fichten. Der klare Bach fließt parallel dazu und erfrischte unsere Hunde. Auch bei großer Hitze ist es hier immer angenehm kühl und feucht. Wissenstafeln und angedeutete Stollenzugänge erinnern hier überall an den Bergbau, der hier bis 1949 betrieben wurde . Auch der Rückweg über die Hohe Warte ist gut zu laufen. Beim Abstieg hat man eine herrliche Sicht nach Geraberg und Richtung Reinsberge. Aufgrund von Rodungen ist festes Schuhwerk zu empfehlen, da der Weg auf dem letzten Stück etwas zerfahren war. Trotzdem verdiente volle Punkte.
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    Written May 02, 2023
  • October 26, 2022
    Stephan Siemon
    October 26, 2022
    Wunderschön. sind die Tour andersrum gelaufen. Nur bedingt Kinderwagen geeignet 😂 unser 3 rädriger TFK Joggster mit extra Mountainbikereifen hat es !ohne! Insasse geschafft. Die Jungs (fast 3 & fast 8) haben begeistert alles gemeistert, bzw. der Kleine hat es sich auf dem Rückweg dann doch im Wagen bequem gemacht.
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    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Photo: Stephan Siemon, Community
    Written October 26, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Kammerlöcher
  • May 26, 2022
    Hannelore Kister
    May 25, 2022
    Wir haben unser Auto am Gruendle in Oberhof abgestellt. Weg war sehr gut ausgeschildert, an der Luetzsche war ein bißchen tote Hose... Wer Ruhe sucht, ist hier richtig. Leider war die Gaststätte geschlossen, das war schade. Wir sind dann über die schlossbergkanzel zurück nach Oberhof. Wanderwege super
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    Written May 26, 2022
  • August 29, 2021
    H.-Peter Goltz
    August 15, 2021
    Tolle Runde und phantastisches Essen im Mönchhof! Für den Treck sollte man GPS nutzen, der Weg ist z.T sehr versteckt
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    Written August 29, 2021
  • October 16, 2020
    plate gt
    Total schöner Waldabschnitt. Immer mal was schönes zwischendrin zu sehen. Lohnt sich. Danke für die Tour.
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    Written October 16, 2020
  • July 08, 2020
    Szffenn Ehlichmann 
    May 29, 2020
    Sehr abwechslungsreiche Landschaft
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    Written July 08, 2020
  • April 26, 2020
    Jonny Fuchs
    April 09, 2020
    schöne Runde mit den Kindern
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    Written April 26, 2020

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