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Hikes in Masserberg

Thuringia,Germany

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Masserberg is an idyllic little town in the district of Hildburghausen, Germany. It is picturesquely situated in the middle of the Thuringian Forest and thus offers an ideal starting point for hikes of all kinds.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Masserberg

Hiking Trail · Thüringer Wald
Circular hiking trail around Groschenberg
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
7.3 km
2:05 h
256 m
254 m
Hiking car park - Village church - Jump facility in the Roßbachtal - Groschenberg hut - Schnett - Bärsgrund spring - Hiking car park
Rennsteighaus Masserberg
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Hike from Masserberg to Fehrenbach – nature, rest stops, and Rennsteig flair
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
8.8 km
2:10 h
69 m
245 m
This varied hike through the Thuringian Forest combines wonderful nature trails with cozy resting spots and follows the historic Rennsteig from Masserberg to Fehrenbach.
Masserberg Ort
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Hike Rennsteig Junction - Masserberg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
20.4 km
5:15 h
306 m
275 m
This hiking route from Suhl to Masserberg takes you along the Rennsteig via the places Neustadt am Rennsteig and Kahlert.
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Masserberg - Werraquelle - Route 1
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
5.9 km
1:33 h
100 m
100 m
Short, small circular hike from Masserberg to Eselsgrund, Werraquelle, Dreiherrenstein, Rennsteigwarte, and back to Masserberg.
Rennsteig Lookout Tower, Masserberg
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Terrain course Masserberg - TKW 12 - To the Rennsteig lookout - Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty easy
5
4.5 km
1:10 h
57 m
57 m
Short route to the Rennsteig lookout
bottleneck
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Terrain trail Masserberg - TKW 11 - To Dachsbachgrund - Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate
4
6.9 km
1:55 h
141 m
141 m
Circular hike to Dachsbachgrund and Nadelöhr
Grill hut Neustadt am Rennsteig
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
TEAG RENNSThike World Championship 100er-Masserberg March
recommended route Difficulty difficult
No ratings (yet)
96.7 km
24:45 h
1,253 m
1,841 m
As a classic hundred-kilometer of the Rennsteig, the Masserberg March is therefore one of the most popular marches due to one of the most visited places, Masserberg, with its probably cleanest air on the Rennsteig.
Albert Schweitzer Hut Altenfeld
Hiking Trail · Großbreitenbach
Altenfeld circular hiking trail - Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
No ratings (yet)
10.2 km
2:50 h
237 m
237 m
Hike between Rennsteig and Schwarzatal and enjoy wonderful views and the beauty of the Thuringian Forest.
Spa fountain at the spa park
Hiking Trail · Thuringian Forest
Hike - Terrain Fitness Trail Masserberg - TKW 6 - Schmiedebacherkopf - Thuringian Forest
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
5.9 km
1:40 h
147 m
147 m
Beautiful, small hike through the Masserberg Spa Park, Schmiedebacher Kopf and Panorama Trail Schwarzatal.
Rennsteighaus Brennersgrün
Hiking Trail · Thuringia
TEAG RENNSThike World Championship 170er-Xtrem-Marsch and IVV - WWW
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
No ratings (yet)
165.9 km
42:30 h
2,469 m
2,635 m
The Rennsteig-Xtrem-Marsch is the crown of a Rennsteig hike and is considered one of the coveted goals that a hiker must have completed during their hiking time.
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The geographical location of Masserberg is characterised by its breathtaking beauty. Surrounded by dense forests, rolling hills and clear streams, the region invites you to unforgettable outdoor experiences. Particularly impressive are the numerous vantage points from which you can enjoy a magnificent view over the surrounding mountains.

For hiking enthusiasts, there are many tourist attractions to discover in Masserberg. An absolute highlight is the Rennsteig, Germany's oldest long-distance hiking trail. This leads directly through Masserberg and offers spectacular landscape impressions along its entire length.

But there are also beautiful hiking tours to explore in Masserberg away from the Rennsteig. The "Panorama Trail", for example, leads along the mountain ranges of the Thuringian Forest and offers magnificent views of the surrounding valleys. Another recommended route is the "Waterfall Hiking Trail", which leads past rushing waterfalls and romantic streams.

The numerous short walking trails around the village are particularly suitable for families with children. Here, little adventurers can playfully explore nature and make all kinds of exciting discoveries.

The best seasons for hiking in Masserberg are spring and autumn. During these months, nature shines in its full glory: colourful flower meadows, bright foliage and clear views make for unforgettable impressions.

So if you like hiking, Masserberg is the place for you. The variety of hiking routes and trails leaves nothing to be desired and offers something for every taste. Whether it's a long long-distance hike on the Rennsteig or a leisurely stroll through the idyllic surroundings - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So pack your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauties of the Thuringian Forest!

Reviews

  • 6 d
    Dieter Müller 
    September 18, 2026
    Werraquell-Hütte sehr empfehlenswert
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    Photo: Dieter Müller, Community
    Photo: Dieter Müller, Community
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    Photo: Dieter Müller, Community
    Photo: Dieter Müller, Community
    Photo: Dieter Müller, Community
    Variety of paths Scenic
    Written September 30, 2026
  • July 25, 2025
    Martina
    July 15, 2025
    Auf der ganzen Etappe, nur zwei empfehlenswerte Gaststätten, Waldbaude großer Dreiherrenstein, tolles Angebot, man bekommt auch noch etwas zu Essen, kurz bevor geschlossen wird!!! Fleischerei & Imbiss Koch im Ortsteil Limbach, hervorragendes Angebot, am Freitag brennt der Rost
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    Written July 25, 2025
  • May 09, 2025
    Frank Cornelis
    May 09, 2025
    Een topper!!! Pittig klimmetje om mee te beginnen, dan een promenade op een brede schaduwrijke bosweg in het Biosfeerreservaat. Op de zonnige plekjes vliegen vlinders en kevers rond. Dan een stijgend en avontuurrijk pad waar men over en onder omgevallen bomen moet klauteren. Boven aan het Oog van de Naald is het genieten van vlinders, insecten, planten en vogels, op brede weg terug naar het dorp met een steile afdaling. Onderweg veel informatieborden over planten, bomen, geologie. Tip voor natuurliefhebbers: speuren naar natuurpracht toegestaan ❣️
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    Written May 09, 2025
  • September 07, 2024
    B. S.B.
    September 07, 2024
    eine wunderschöne Wanderung
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    Photo: B. S.B., Community
    Photo: B. S.B., Community
    Photo: B. S.B., Community
    Photo: B. S.B., Community
    Photo: B. S.B., Community
    Written September 07, 2024
  • February 29, 2024
    Natur Provence 🇪🇺
    War eine sehr schöne, interessante Wanderung
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    Written February 29, 2024
  • April 03, 2022
    Klaus Hartmann
    Sehr schöne Rundwanderung mit plätschernden Bächen, Felsformationen und tollen Aussichten. Von dem beschädigten Wald zwischen Heubach und Masserberg im nördlichen Teil der Wanderung sollte man sich nicht abschrecken lassen. Wer sich die Parkgebühren (derzeit 5€) auf dem Masserberger Großparkplatz sparen will, kann kostenlos in Heubach neben dem Werrapark Ressort parken und von da aus in die Rundwanderung einsteigen. In Google Maps als Parkplatz "Heubacher Höhe" bezeichnet.
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    Written April 03, 2022
  • August 11, 2021
    Udo Pfabe
    August 11, 2021
    Super Rundweg. Auch mit Kindern gut zu laufen. Abwechslungsreicher Wechsel von Wald, Wiesen, wenige Ortschaften. Sehr zu empfehlen, möglichst bei trockenem Wetter.
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    Written August 11, 2021
  • October 17, 2020
    Markus Branke
    Schöne Tour. Immer wieder Pfadpassagen die für Abwechslung sorgen. Werra-Teich war leider abgelassen. Tip: Unbedingt auf den Turm der Rennsteigwarte Masserberg gehen. Phantastische Rundum-Aussicht. Nach Werra-Teich dem Schotterweg entlang der Werra folgen bis rechts ein schmaler Pfad weiter entlang der Werra bis zur Quelle folgt.
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    Written October 17, 2020
  • January 12, 2020
    Bettina Kaufmann
    An sich eine tolle Strecke, aber die Beschilderung ist nicht so gut wie angegeben
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    Written January 12, 2020
  • May 25, 2019
    Ursula Schenk 
    Wir sind heute die oben genannte Tour gewandert. Mit der zu Verfügung stehenden Karte war eine gute Orientierung möglich, denn manchmal fehlte der "grüne Balken". Viele schöne Ausblicke. Eine Rast im "Schwarzen Adler" in Fehrenbach ist empfehlenswert.
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    Written May 25, 2019
  • June 26, 2016
    Dieter Holzinger
    June 22, 2016
    Sehr schöne Tour. Der Abschnitt zum Langertfelsen hinter Masserberg war wegen Forstarbeiten gesperrt. Daher Umweg bis zum Schröderfelsen. Hier zeigte sich, daß die in der Karte eingezeichnete Tour zwischen Nadelöhr und Strasse Masserberg-Schnett nicht stimmt, zumindest zeigt mein GPS (Suunto Ambit) in diesem Abschnitt einen anderen Streckenverlauf (siehe beigefügter Kartenscreenshot)
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    Tourverlauf durch die Gießübeler Schweiz zwischen Nadelöhr und Strasse
    Photo: Dieter Holzinger, Community
    Written June 26, 2016
  • October 30, 2012
    Outdooractive Redaktion
    Bert dies gilt auch für den zweiten Teil der Route! Weiterhin viel Spaß auf unserem Portal, Niklas aus der outdooractive.com Redaktion.
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    Written October 30, 2012

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