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Thuringia
Landkreis Sonneberg
Neuhaus am Rennweg

Scheibe-Alsbach Reservoir – Schwarza Spring loop from Steinheid

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Germany
Thuringia
Landkreis Sonneberg
Neuhaus am Rennweg

Scheibe-Alsbach Reservoir – Schwarza Spring loop from Steinheid

Hard

3.0

(1)

11

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Scheibe-Alsbach Reservoir – Schwarza Spring loop from Steinheid

00:59

8.38km

180m

Running

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

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3.39 km

Scheibe-Alsbach Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Away from the hustle and bustle of tourists, the dam is a gem for hikers. It doesn't matter whether you comfortably walk around it in an hour, go up to …

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3.59 km

Nice rest area with a view of the Scheibe-Alsbach dam.
For a longer rest, a 'Lord don't worry you' game is on the table.

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5.08 km

Schwarza Spring

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The Schwarza River rises near Scheibe-Alsbach at an elevation of 717 meters above sea level. The water rises from a great depth at a fracture between red sandstone and slate, …

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6.04 km

A good starting point for hikes in all directions, located directly on the Rennsteig Trail. For example, Rennsteig tours toward Neuhaus or Friedrichshöhe. Or to the Weidmannsheil lookout point, the …

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6.10 km

I don't want to jump in there - but water always brings a bit of refreshment with it - even if it's just a little cooler air when running past

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6.74 km

Super view towards the dam, slightly to the right of the "natural Rennsteig" .👍

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7.03 km

Sandberg Summit (834 m)

Highlight • Summit

The Sandberg is a hill near Steinheid and part of the Kammweg trail that runs through the region. From here, you can enjoy magnificent views and explore the surrounding area.

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7.73 km

Glenfeld 883 m

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Idyllic place on the top of the Thuringian Forest in the best altitude with beautiful views.

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8.38 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.65 km

1.03 km

740 m

468 m

358 m

140 m

Surfaces

3.30 km

2.12 km

2.01 km

707 m

251 m

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Highest point (810 m)

Lowest point (660 m)

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Sunday 17 May

13°C

4°C

65 %

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