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Werra Raft Pond – Werra Pond loop from Sachsenbrunn

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Werra Raft Pond – Werra Pond loop from Sachsenbrunn

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Werra Raft Pond – Werra Pond loop from Sachsenbrunn

01:47

19.6km

370m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 23, 2026

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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820 m

Werrateich

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Beautiful forest path from Sachsenbrunn past the Werrateich to the ice fields Ausspanne and Friedrichshöhe.👍

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5.28 km

The Werra River is fed by two springs and flows through Germany's geographical center. A variety of wonderful spots await the leisurely stroller along the riverside paths.

One of these is located here on the way to the Eisfelder Ausspanne (Eisfelder Rest Area). The water is very cold. A seating area is available. From here, several paths lead up towards the Rennsteig Trail. The descent from there leads past the idyllic rafting pond to Sachsenbrunn with its centuries-old dancing linden tree.

The dammed water was once used for floating logs, hence the name.

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5.32 km

Rennsteig Picnic Area at the Lake

Highlight • Rest Area

A very nice seating area made of solid wood and decorated with the Rennsteig's typical "R." Direct views of the crystal-clear water, a great spot.

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5.35 km

Werra Pond

Highlight • Lake

A beautiful spot on the way to the Ausspanne (recreational area), with very cold water. A seating area is available. From here, you can take several paths up ↗️.

The Werra River is fed by two springs and flows through Germany's geographical center. A variety of wonderful spots await those who enjoy the riverside paths.

One of these is located here on the way to the Eisfelder Ausspanne (recreational area). The water is very cold. A seating area is available. From here, you can take several paths up ↗️ towards the Rennsteig. The descent from there leads past the idyllic rafting pond to Sachsenbrunn with its centuries-old dancing linden tree.

This pond was once used to dam up water so that wood could be floated down into the valley when it was drained.

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6.64 km

Milestone: 5 km to Hildburghausen

Highlight • Monument

Anyone who moves along historical paths will repeatedly come across old kilometer markers or boundary stones. This is on the way up to the Ausspanne ice fields.

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8.20 km

Eisfelder Ausspanne to Dreiherrenstein Trail

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A trail that is easy to drive along the Rennsteig, past beautiful old landmarks, from the Eisfelder Ausspanne to the Dreiherrenstein. Some roots increase the driving pleasure. From the Dreiherrenstein you can reach the Werraquell Hütte or you can continue to the Rennsteigwarte on the Eselsberg, 842 m high with a great all-round view from the tower, you choose it😎.

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8.31 km

Rennsteig Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

It is quite possible to take a short break here. Shortly thereafter you can turn to Goldisthal.

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10.5 km

Rennsteigwarte Observation Tower on Eselsberg

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you want to have the total Rennsteig overview: Here is your chance! The observation tower "Rennsteigwarte" stands on the donkey mountain and increases it by another 33 meters. 150 steps you have to overcome, then beckons great views of the Schneekopf, the Schwarzatal or the summits of the Fichtelgebirge. If you want to make the Rennsteig in one day, you better leave this stop;)

Opening hours:
Mon. to Sun. 9am to 7pm

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19.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.7 km

1.48 km

1.21 km

192 m

Surfaces

13.7 km

2.48 km

2.25 km

597 m

567 m

Elevation

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Highest point (840 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

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Saturday 4 July

18°C

12°C

76 %

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Werra Raft Pond – Werra Pond loop from Sachsenbrunn

Werrateich

Werra Raft Pond

Rennsteig Picnic Area at the Lake

Werra Pond

Milestone: 5 km to Hildburghausen

Eisfelder Ausspanne to Dreiherrenstein Trail

Rennsteig Shelter

Rennsteigwarte Observation Tower on Eselsberg

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