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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Gotha
Tambach-Dietharz

Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Thuringian Forest

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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Gotha
Tambach-Dietharz

Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Thuringian Forest

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Falkenstein and the Lake – Falkenstein Rock Formation loop from Thuringian Forest

01:41

5.35km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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287 m

Falkenstein and the Lake

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful crystal clear water and the Falkenstein is reflected in the water.

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436 m

Bergwacht Hut at Falkenstein

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The mountain rescue hut is located directly next to Falkenstein.

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569 m

Falkenstein Rock Formation

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The highest climbing rock in Thuringia.

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760 m

Falkenstein Rock Formation (Thuringian Forest)

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The Falkenstein is considered THE climbing hotspot in Thuringia. From the viewing point a little above you can watch the climbers and enjoy the view.

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819 m

View of Falkenstein

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Great view of a rock that is used for climbing.

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3.19 km

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4.19 km

Entrance to the gorge, Thuringian Forest Nature Park

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Really unique in Thuringia.

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4.44 km

Altenfels Spring

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A cute little spring which facilitates the further way with its splashing

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4.55 km

Trickle Spring

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They are easily overlooked.

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5.35 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.83 km

384 m

129 m

Surfaces

2.85 km

1.34 km

1.14 km

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (600 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

17°C

9°C

32 %

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