Circular trail to the "Bärenstein & Pfanntalsteich"

This moderately difficult hike takes the hiker from Oberhof, along enchanting hiking trails to the Pfanntalsteich. This artificially created small lake was once used by the railroad to provide the steam locomotives with fresh water after the arduous mountain journey. Fresh water after the arduous journey up the mountain. On the way, the route passes the Bärenstein. A detour to the lookout point is definitely worthwhile here. From here, the hiker looks out over the historic Oberhof train station. A perfect place for a break. Along the old raft ditch in the direction of Pfanntalsteich back to Oberhof. Once the ditch was artificially created to transport logs, today it is a tranquil stream. Idyllic peace, the scent of the firs and at the same time uphill again a small challenge for the circulation. At the top of the traffic circle the rondel, we recommend that you take a detour to the Rennsteig detour to the Rennsteig Garden Oberhof.