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Rennsteig

Worth knowing
The Rennsteig runs for a length of 169 kilometers through Germany.
The difficulty of the trail is rated as easy and it usually takes 8 days to walk the Rennsteig.
Of course, how long it really takes for the trail depends on the experience and fitness of the hikers.
The drinking water supply is on the way a problem depending on the season.
Reliable water points are not always available, as these may have dried out.
You should definitely plan ahead and get informed here!
On the trail you are self-sufficient.
But at irregular intervals (at least every few days) there is the possibility to buy food.
This needs to be planned accordingly and it can only be recommended to contact the aid stations and check the opening hours.
You can stay overnight in a tent/tarp, in unmanaged huts and in guesthouses/hotels along the way.
Wild camping on the trail is a gray area As always, leave behind no traces . Rubbish has to be taken away and nature has to be respected and protected!
Campfires are currently prohibited. However, this can change at any time.
Therefore, please be sure to pay attention to public notices and a possible risk of forest fires..
In addition, new fireplaces should never be built, but existing ones should be used.
Facts about Rennsteig
Difficulty
- easy
Length
169 km
Elevation gain
3.350 m
Elevation loss
3.100 m
Highest Point
973 m
Lowest Point
Hörsel / 198 m
Round Trip?
No
Walk in both directions?
Yes
169 km
3.350 m
3.100 m
973 m
Hörsel
198 m
You have the following accommodation options on the Rennsteig
- in a tent/tarp
- in unmanaged huts
- in guesthouses/hotels along the way
Solitude on the Rennsteig
Moderate contact with other people and only occasionally with settlements
The best time to hike the Rennsteig is:
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Arrival to the Rennsteig
You will arrive via Frankfurt am Main Airport.
You can get to Starting point via Bus / Zug. Duration approx. 4 hours.
Departure from the Rennsteig
Departure is via Frankfurt am Main Airport.
You can get to the airport per Bus / Zug. Takes about 6 hours.
Useful links to the Rennsteig
- Official website of the trail
- The following websites offer you further information: Link 1 Link 2
- You can find a PDF with further information here:
Our recommendation for hiking maps and hiking guides to the Rennsteig
Map and elevation profile of the Rennsteig
What else you should know about the Rennsteig
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