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Steinbach-Hallenberg

Ruppberg Hut – Hallenburg Castle Ruins loop from Steinbach-Hallenberg

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Landkreis Schmalkalden-Meiningen

Steinbach-Hallenberg

Ruppberg Hut – Hallenburg Castle Ruins loop from Steinbach-Hallenberg

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Ruppberg Hut – Hallenburg Castle Ruins loop from Steinbach-Hallenberg

07:25

25.4km

660m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 7.93 km for 14 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.92 km

Der Scheitelkopf

Forest

6.60 km

Rest area with a view of Hermannsberg

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Above the mountain meadow there is not only a panoramic resting place, but also the selfie box "Erwins Blick".
If you open the door you will find a mirror in …

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7.01 km

Legend trail to the Ruppberg summit

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Beautiful hiking trail to the Ruppberg with various legend boards 🍀

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7.33 km

Ruppberg Hut

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The restaurant on Ruppberg is only open on weekends. Please check online beforehand.‼️

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8.34 km

Viewpoint

10.8 km

View of Hoher Stein

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Top spot with a wonderful view of nature. Sit and enjoy 👍

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14.9 km

Bench with a view of the Thuringian Forest

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nice view from here

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14.9 km

The "Sunny Hermann" can be reached directly with the MTB, large partly beautiful paths, a very steep climb and also a scree. Above you will be rewarded with a wonderful view, from Viernau to Rotterode.

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15.1 km

Lookout rock "Upper Hermannsbergstein"

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Here on the Hermannsbergstein you have a fine view. The cliffs are impressive, definitely worth a visit!

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22.9 km

Hallenburg Castle Ruins

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The Hallenburg is the ruin of a medieval spur castle and landmark of the town of Steinbach-Hallenberg. From the rocky outcrop you have a sensational view of the city and the valley.

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25.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.0 km

2.39 km

1.12 km

1.02 km

721 m

113 m

Surfaces

13.3 km

5.77 km

3.50 km

1.40 km

1.11 km

205 m

121 m

Elevation

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Highest point (830 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

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Sunday 28 June

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Ruppberg Hut – Hallenburg Castle Ruins loop from Steinbach-Hallenberg

Rest area with a view of Hermannsberg

Legend trail to the Ruppberg summit

Ruppberg Hut

View of Hoher Stein

Bench with a view of the Thuringian Forest

Sunny Hermann

Lookout rock "Upper Hermannsbergstein"

Hallenburg Castle Ruins

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