The start of the Rennsteig via the Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad loop near Eisenach – Thuringian Forest

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The start of the Rennsteig via the Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad loop near Eisenach – Thuringian Forest

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The start of the Rennsteig via the Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad loop near Eisenach – Thuringian Forest

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11.0km

210m

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Not only impressive landscapes and views over the Thuringian Forest await you on this tour. On the mining trail you can also learn a lot about medieval mining in the region, which shaped the region.

Your hike begins west of Eisenach in Hörschel at the confluence of the Werra and…

by Eisenach-Wartburgregion Touristik

Last updated: June 3, 2024

Waypoints

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1.14 km

Heimatblick rest area – view of the Werra Valley

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Beautiful view of the Werra Valley!

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1.72 km

View of the Wartburg from Großer Eichelberg

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A first great view on the Rennsteig from the Großer Eichelberg.

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7.67 km

Stedtfeld Fish Ponds

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The more than three-kilometer-long Rangenbach River feeds a series of pretty fish ponds here before flowing into the Hörsel River near Stedtfeld. Even without a fishing rod, it's a lovely place to linger.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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8.39 km

2.47 km

153 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.52 km

1.87 km

1.84 km

609 m

120 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 10 October

12°C

7°C

46 %

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Comments

September 8, 2023,🥾 Rundwanderung - Vom Rennsteigbeginn über den "Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad" (Touringen Stempel 277, 278, 279)

The start and finish was the train station in Hörschel. Out of the air-conditioned train into the blazing sun, we thought what were we thinking today. It was also a steep climb up to the Eichelblick. Luckily there was a lot of shady forest and plenty of covered seating and rest areas on the whole tour. The tour can also …

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April 14, 2024,Rundwanderung - Vom Rennsteigbeginn über den "Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad" (Touringen Stempel 277, 278, 279)

Today a very nice hike 🥾🥾🌳🌲 from the start of the Rennsteig. Over the Stedtfelder. Mining ⛰️⛏️ nature trail.

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February 9, 2025,Rennsteigbeginn/Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad(Thüringen Stempel 277,278,279)

It's great that there is this stamp booklet from Thuringia. I wouldn't have known where the Rennsteig begins...😱😂😂😂 You discover hiking trails that I would never have thought of. Just like this one, a very beautiful hiking trail with lots of ascents and descents. Good training for the calf muscles!!🤪😱 Some of the trails are only passable when it's frosty …

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June 4, 2024,Rundwanderung - Vom Rennsteigbeginn über den "Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad" (Touringen Stempel 277, 278, 279)

Points, or rather stars, are deducted for the last few kilometers along the road... and for the very special announcement at the "start of the Rennsteig" to my leashed dog, who encountered the 3 free-running farm dogs. Perhaps the stamp box should be placed in front of the house! This last impression somewhat spoils the tour... 😕

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September 22, 2024,Rundwanderung – Vom Rennsteigbeginn über den „Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad“ bei Eisenach – Thüringer Wald

One of my favorite hiking areas is and remains the Thuringian Forest. Today we met up with our friends from Erfurt in Thuringia and went on a short hike. The start of the Rennsteig in Hörschel and the Stedtefeld mining area was our destination today. I discovered this tour from our hiking friend Michel, who also travels through this region …

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July 19, 2026,Vom Rennsteigbeginn 🥾🌿🌲🌳🌺 über den "Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad" ⚒️ (Touringen ♟️ 277, 278, 279)

Planned for months, today we were able to start our hike at the beginning of the Rennsteig in Hörschel together with dear friends. We already got the 1st Touringen stamp here 🤗 and a stone from the Werra naturally also went into our pocket, which we can later throw into the Selbitz in Blankenstein. Unfortunately, this has to wait for …

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March 23, 2025,Rennsteigbeginn in Hörschel (Stempel 277, 278, 279 )

Here in Hörschel, directly at the confluence of the Hörsel and Werra rivers, lies the start and finish point of the 170 km long Rennsteig Trail. Traditionally, a stone is carried from the Werra to the Seibitz and then to Blankenstein. However, the stones are not sought out from the Werra; these days, they are kept in a bowl, ready …

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January 15, 2026,Vom Rennsteigbeginn über den "Stedtfelder Bergbaulehrpfad"

Where do I even begin today?

🙄 One thing's for sure: this hike definitely needs to be done again in better conditions.

🤩😎👍 First off, I want to mention the challenging trail conditions, which demanded utmost attention, especially on the downhill sections. I could have really used my "snow chains" for my boots. Unfortunately, they were at home, so my …

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March 28, 2024

Not only impressive landscapes and views over the Thuringian Forest await you on this tour. On the mining trail you can also learn a lot about medieval mining in the region, which shaped the region.
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Your hike begins west of Eisenach in Hörschel at the confluence of the Werra and Hörsel. After a short

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