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Trail Above the Lauchagrund – Backofenloch Cave loop from Bad Tabarz

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Trail Above the Lauchagrund – Backofenloch Cave loop from Bad Tabarz

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Trail Above the Lauchagrund – Backofenloch Cave loop from Bad Tabarz

00:56

7.91km

180m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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808 m

Steinpark Steinporte

Highlight • Natural Monument

The stone park is a beautifully laid out collection of stones from the Thuringian Basin to the Rennsteig.

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1.83 km

Trail Above the Lauchagrund

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very beautiful and narrow tail. From here you have a beautiful view of the Lauchagrund.

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2.68 km

Bench group at the entrance to Bachofenloch

Highlight • Rest Area

Shady group of benches with information board about the Thuringian Forest Geopark and Backofenlöcher.

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2.81 km

Backofenloch Cave

Highlight • Cave

Steep climb, but with steps. Reward: great rock formations and views! You can either go back down the stairs or follow the hiking trail to Felsental.

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4.97 km

The Little Pavilion (Tempelchen)

Highlight • Structure

Simple seating area and small temple.

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6.55 km

Shallow Spot in the Laucha Creek

Highlight • River

Here you have the opportunity to refresh your feet barefoot in the Laucha stream.

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6.60 km

Drinking Water Fountain at Arenaris Spring

Highlight • Rest Area

Seasonal and covered drinking water dispenser.

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6.61 km

Arenaris Spring Kneipp Therapy Facility

Highlight • Rest Area

The Kneipp spa park in Lauchagrund, with a playground, wading pool and barefoot path. Ideal for relaxing, easily accessible on foot or by bike.

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7.91 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.02 km

1.74 km

1.41 km

738 m

Surfaces

2.15 km

2.12 km

1.58 km

1.11 km

925 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (570 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

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Sunday 23 August

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Trail Above the Lauchagrund – Backofenloch Cave loop from Bad Tabarz

Steinpark Steinporte

Trail Above the Lauchagrund

Bench group at the entrance to Bachofenloch

Backofenloch Cave

The Little Pavilion (Tempelchen)

Shallow Spot in the Laucha Creek

Drinking Water Fountain at Arenaris Spring

Arenaris Spring Kneipp Therapy Facility

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