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Thum

Welcome to Thum, a charming town in the Erzgebirge district of Germany. This guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most out of your visit here.

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Attractions in Thum


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Hiking Trail · Greifenstein region
From the historic lime works to the Thum Bastei
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 9.9 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 217 m
Descent 217 m

Experience places with historical witnesses such as the lime kilns and the track of the former narrow-gauge railway. After a small ascent through ...

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from Greifensteinregion,   Greifensteinregion
Hiking Trail · Greifenstein region
Around Auerbach
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.4 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 154 m
Descent 154 m

On this circular route, you enjoy numerous beautiful views. The last section you hike on an idyllic path lined with birch trees, the embankment of ...

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from Corinna Bergelt,   Greifensteinregion
Hiking Trail · CHEMNITZ. ZWICKAU. REGION.
2024-05-18 CHEMNITZ -> FICHTELBERG -> BOŽÍ DAR 100km
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 101.8 km
Duration 23:14 h
Ascent 1,925 m
Descent 1,201 m

Hiked route from 2024-05-18, created from my GPS record. Further track data of the hike are listed under "Additional Info". Also a contribution to ...

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from Benjamin Wasslowski,   Community
Gravel Bike · The Ore Mountains
Of castles, palaces, and the Geyerscher Pond
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 108.4 km
Duration 9:20 h
Ascent 1,840 m
Descent 1,848 m

Experience an epic gravel bike route along idyllic rivers of the Erzgebirge! It passes castles and palaces, through forests and over fields.

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from Jens Habermann,   Community
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 74.4 km
Duration 6:20 h
Ascent 1,148 m
Descent 1,148 m

.... and definitely recommendable. Good fitness and an off-road capable bike are needed though, then with appropriate weather conditions, postcard ...

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from Anke Duderstadt,   Community
Hiking Trail · Greifenstein region
Thum circular route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 2:05 h
Ascent 178 m
Descent 177 m

Look forward to some animal magic at the zoo and a picturesque view from Thum’s “Bastei” on this hike around the mining town.

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from Greifensteinregion,   Greifensteinregion
Hiking Trail · The Ore Mountains
Auerbach: beautiful scenic circular hike
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.1 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 174 m
Descent 174 m

very beautiful scenic circular hike - although somewhat challenging

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from Anke Duderstadt,   Community
Long Distance Hiking · CHEMNITZ. ZWICKAU. REGION.
Fichtelbergmarsch 2018
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 62.6 km
Duration 12:30 h
Ascent 2,881 m
Descent 749 m

Fichtelbergmarsch 2018. The starting point is the outdoor store MMPT at the Sportforum in Chemnitz. Thanks to the great organization, everything ...

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from John Flash,   Community
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 61.9 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 852 m
Descent 852 m

Experience the UNESCO World Heritage site Erzgebirge on a circular route with the e-bike and explore the mining heritage around the Greifensteine ...

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from Corinna Bergelt,   Greifensteinregion
Hiking Trail · The Ore Mountains
Large circular route Hormersdorf
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.1 km
Duration 2:09 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 140 m

Hike through the Geyer Forest.

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from Anke Duderstadt,   Community
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Geographically, Thum lies at the foot of the Ore Mountains and is surrounded by picturesque forests and rolling hills. The town itself has a rich history and is known for its traditional craftsmanship, especially the production of Erzgebirge toys.

Tourist attractions abound: Start your tour of the historic town centre with a visit to the impressive St. Marien church or visit Thum Castle from the 16th century.

Cultural highlights can also be found in Thum: The "Alte Mühle" museum offers an insight into the history of the town as well as the production of Ore Mountain toys. If you love music, don't miss the annual jazz festival!

For culinary delights, we definitely recommend trying local specialities such as Leipziger Allerlei or Sauerbraten - accompanied by a freshly tapped beer, of course!

The best outdoor activities can vary depending on the season: In winter, Thum is great for skiing or cross-country skiing on the nearby slopes; in summer, hikes can be enjoyed along the numerous marked trails or you can explore the countryside while cycling. If it rains, we recommend a visit to the Erzgebirgsmuseum Annaberg-Buchholz or the Kristallhöhle Friedrichsburg.

Where is the most beautiful? That depends on your personal preferences, of course! However, we think that the panorama from the top of the Pöhlberg is breathtaking and offers an unforgettable experience.

Summarising: Thum in the Erzgebirgskreis is definitely worth a trip. With this travel guide, you have all the information you need to make the most of your time here - have fun exploring!

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Reviews

  • July 08, 2025
    Jutta
    Heute hatten wir als Familie eine kleine Einführung in die Handwerkskunst des Schnitzen von den langjährigen Könnern - persönlich, voller Begeisterung für ihr Hobby und zu Recht stolz auf die Exponate des kleinen Museums. Wir bedanken uns sehr und hoffen, dass noch viele Menschen all diese Kleinodien entdecken.
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    Written July 08, 2025
  • February 16, 2025
    Bighilde 
    February 16, 2025
    Wunderschöne, abwechslungsreiche Tour.
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    Written February 16, 2025
  • November 26, 2023
    Berndt Kannengießer
    Das Foto ein Traum! Gebucht für unserer Rodelsafari ins Erzgebirge mit unseren coolen #duckduck_boards.
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    Written November 26, 2023
    Sledge Slope
    Rodelhang im Stadtpark
  • May 19, 2023
    Viktoria Hofmann
    May 18, 2023
    Schöne Strecke mit Wäldern und Felder. Hat mir gefallen
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    Photo: Viktoria Hofmann, Community
    Photo: Viktoria Hofmann, Community
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    Photo: Viktoria Hofmann, Community
    Photo: Viktoria Hofmann, Community
    Written May 19, 2023
    Hiking Trail
    Around Auerbach
  • October 17, 2021
    Robert Resch
    October 17, 2021
    Gut zu wandernde Tour mit schönen Ausblicken ins Erzgebirge. Gemütlich in der angegeben Zeit zu schaffen. Im Bereich der Bastei ist Trittsicherheit erforderlich. Die Ortslage Thum liegt in Mitte der Wanderroute, also perfekt für eine Einkehr.
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    Photo: Robert Resch, Community
    Photo: Robert Resch, Community
    Photo: Robert Resch, Community
    Written October 17, 2021
  • March 28, 2021
    Cornelia Haberland
    Sehr schöner Rundwanderweg. Die Steigungen sind moderat und auch für ungeübte Wanderer gut in der angegebenen Zeit zu bewältigen. Es gibt immer wieder Bänke zum Verweilen und bei schönem Wetter auch sicher schöne Weitblicke. Auf jeden Fall sollte man außerhalb sommerlichen Wetters an windabweisende Kleidung und eine Kopfbedeckung denken.
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    Sonntag, 28. März 2021
    Photo: Cornelia Haberland, Community
    Written March 28, 2021
    Hiking Trail
    Around Auerbach
  • November 21, 2020
    Cornelia Haberland
    Diese Tour hat 10 Sterne verdient! Ich kann mich den anderen anschließen, die bereits bewertet haben. Wechselnde Eindrücke von Natur, Geschichte und kleinen Entdeckungen am Wegesrand machen die Wanderung kurzweilig und damit auch für Familien geeignet. Die Steigungen sind moderat und die beiden Aussichtspunkte Bastei und Georgsfelsen belohnen mit wunderschönen Ausblicken. In der kälteren Jahreszeit sollte man aber nicht ohne geeignete Kleidung insbesondere Mütze und Schal gehen, es weht ein kalter Wind auf der Höhe 🙂.
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    Samstag, 21. November 2020
    Photo: Cornelia Haberland, Community
    Samstag, 21. November 2020
    Photo: Cornelia Haberland, Community
    Samstag, 21. November 2020
    Photo: Cornelia Haberland, Community
    Samstag, 21. November 2020
    Photo: Cornelia Haberland, Community
    Samstag, 21. November 2020
    Photo: Cornelia Haberland, Community
    Written November 21, 2020
  • June 24, 2020
    Oliver Illgen
    June 23, 2020
    Bin diesen Marsch gestern (23.06.2020) gelaufen. was soll ich sagen, sehr sehr schöne Wanderung mit wunderschönen Ausblicken. Aber sowas von anstrengend.... die Letzten 5Km sind die Hölle! :-) Zeit angaben Passen (Reine Laufzeit ohne Pausen). Ich habe mit Pausen 15h gebraucht. Danke für den Track!
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    Written June 24, 2020
    Long Distance Hiking
    Fichtelbergmarsch 2018
  • May 30, 2019
    Roland
    May 25, 2019
    Es war einfach wieder super.
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    Photo: Roland, Community
    Written May 30, 2019

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