Gräfenthal is a region in the Thuringian-Franconian Slate Mountains, characterized by its diverse topography and natural features. Elevations range from 400 to 730 meters above sea level, with dense forests, charming valleys, and numerous streams creating a varied landscape. Situated between the renowned Rennsteig hiking trail and the Saalfelder Höhe, Gräfenthal offers an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. This area provides a rich backdrop for outdoor pursuits, appealing to those…
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(53)
200
hikers
5.72km
01:41
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58
hikers
6.28km
01:46
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
21.3km
06:30
610m
610m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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17
hikers
16.2km
04:52
460m
450m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.3
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80
riders
79.0km
06:07
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
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35.9km
02:54
650m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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12
riders
38.4km
02:31
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
runners
9.45km
01:06
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
runners
6.08km
00:38
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
6.66km
00:43
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
runners
17.6km
01:55
280m
280m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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30
riders
39.1km
01:51
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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25
riders
55.9km
02:34
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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13
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24.0km
01:11
290m
300m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

6
riders
55.8km
02:44
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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19
riders
40.9km
02:49
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
24.2km
02:15
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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15
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30.8km
02:24
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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12
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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28
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
82.2km
05:47
1,680m
1,680m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
7.76km
00:46
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gräfenthal offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 72 routes across these sports. More than 72,000 visitors have explored these routes.
Gräfenthal is situated in the Thuringian-Franconian Slate Mountains, between the Rennsteig hiking trail and the Saalfelder Höhe. Elevations in the region range from 1,300 feet (400 meters) to 2,400 feet (730 meters) above sea level.
Yes, Gräfenthal provides easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. Specific routes are designed for less strenuous exploration of the area's natural beauty. Find more information in the Easy hikes around Gräfenthal guide.
Gräfenthal offers several family-friendly hiking trails, including options like the 'Magic Forest Trail.' These routes are designed to be enjoyable for all ages. Details can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Gräfenthal guide.
Gräfenthal is suitable for touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling, with 30 cycling routes available. The region is crossed by historical and tourist routes like the Thuringian Porcelain Road. Explore options in the Cycling around Gräfenthal guide.
Yes, the varied and hilly terrain of the Thuringian-Franconian Slate Mountains provides excellent conditions for mountain biking. There are 12 dedicated mountain biking routes in the area. Consult the MTB Trails around Gräfenthal guide for specific routes.
Gräfenthal offers 9 road cycling routes through its diverse landscapes. The region's hilly terrain provides dynamic environments for road cyclists. Find detailed routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Gräfenthal guide.
Notable features include the dense forests and charming valleys of the Thuringian-Franconian Slate Mountains, and numerous springs and streams. Historical sites include the imposing Schloss Wespenstein and an impressive railway viaduct. The region is also close to the renowned Rennsteig hiking trail.
There are 72 routes available in Gräfenthal on komoot. These routes cover various sports including hiking, cycling, and jogging. The routes have an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars from more than 20,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Gräfenthal, including Hiking around Gräfenthal, Cycling around Gräfenthal, and Gravel biking around Gräfenthal. There are also guides for specific interests like easy hikes and family-friendly options.
The official website for the municipality of Gräfenthal is www.graefenthal.de. For general administration inquiries, the phone number is +49 36703 8890.

