Schönsee – Pleß Tower loop from Horn mit Kahlköpfchen

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Wartburgkreis

Urnshausen

Schönsee – Pleß Tower loop from Horn mit Kahlköpfchen

Moderate

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Schönsee – Pleß Tower loop from Horn mit Kahlköpfchen

03:12

10.8km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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