Cross-country skiing in the Thuringian Forest

Thuringian Forest in winter: Cross-country skiing, hiking and relaxation in Oberhof

In the heart of Germany lies the dreamlike winter paradise of Oberhof in the Thuringian Forest. A sensational mountain backdrop and dense green forests surround the popular holiday resort. In the cold season, the region is transformed into a white wonderland that attracts cross-country skiers, hikers and active holidaymakers from all over Germany – and rightly so, as Oberhof has a lot to offer winter holidaymakers in addition to its magnificent landscape and central location.

Cross-country skiing in breathtaking nature

While the mountains and conifers are covered with thick, untouched blankets of snow, the trails are equipped with a well-branched cross-country ski trail system that is freshly groomed every day. The entrances to the cross-country ski trails are just a few minutes’ drive by car or bus from our hotel. If you have an Oberhof Card (the town’s guest card), you can even use the town bus free of charge.

Cross-country ski trails in Oberhof always in view

Would you like to find out about your chosen route in advance? At www.oberhof.de/Schneebericht you will find up-to-date information on the conditions and opening times of the cross-country ski trails in winter. If you are planning a cross-country skiing holiday, Oberhof is the right place for you. The popular resort is a cross-country skiing and skiing hotspot that makes the hearts of demanding winter sports enthusiasts beat faster.

Winter fun for young and old

On our website you will find exclusive offers for excursions and experiences in and around Oberhof. Take a look, discover exciting excursion destinations and book your unforgettable winter holiday on the Rennsteig. We will be happy to advise you and help you to create your own personal dream holiday.

Thanks to the central location of our 3-star hotel, you can reach all excursion destinations in a short time and are right in the centre of a wonderful winter wonderland. Are you exhausted from your sporting activities and looking to relax? Treat yourself to some well-deserved time out with our wellness programme. Let go of everyday life in the sauna or with a massage and fall asleep in the clear, fresh mountain air in the evening.

Hiking in the Thuringian Forest Nature Park

Do you prefer walking to carrying a pair of skis? Then Oberhof is also the perfect place for your winter holiday. The mountains are a dream for hikers. A variety of challenging routes, stunning scenery and a very special highlight await you in Thuringia: the Rennsteig. The Rennsteig is the oldest and most popular long-distance hiking trail in Germany and measures an impressive 170 kilometres. Every year, around 100,000 people hike along the historic border trail, which leads through the Thuringian Slate Mountains and the Franconian Forest. Look forward to wild and romantic nature, the unique silence of a winter landscape and relaxing or adrenaline-fuelled winter sports.

Clean air, healthy climate – cross-country skiing & winter hiking strengthens the immune system

You won’t just be able to take a deep breath in Oberdorf because of the relaxing nature. The great mountain air and the region’s climate also play their part in helping you to really recover. If you suffer from allergies or asthma, a holiday in Oberdorf is like a cure for your respiratory tract. Feeling fit, active and healthy in the midst of breathtaking mountains – what better way to spend the winter than with a holiday in the Thuringian Forest? our tip: organise a map of the region and explore the fantastic snowy landscape with snowshoes and a sledge for the children. Run light-footedly over the untouched, deep snow and take part in exciting sledge races on the picturesque slopes of the surrounding area. Oberhof offers countless great opportunities for tobogganing, enjoying the view and experiencing magical winter moments. Take a thermos flask of warm drinks and a few snacks with you and plan your own expedition through the white winter wonderland. It’s well worth taking your camera or smartphone with you – the motifs along the way are overwhelming.

Conclusion – cross-country skiing in the Thuringian Forest will inspire youA holidayin the Thuringian Forest is an unforgettable experience.Oberhof manages the balancing act between winter sports hotspot and relaxation oasis perfectly and offers you everything you need for an active snow holiday: you can cross-country ski, toboggan, hike, enjoy wellness and enjoy the mountain landscape to your heart’s content. A break at our hotel in the biosphere reserve will whet your appetite for winter, revitalise your spirits and do you and your health good. Shake off everyday life on the piste and immerse yourself with us in the white wonderland in the heart of Germany. We look forward to seeing you!