Here in the Engertal valley, in the beautiful Thuringian Forest biosphere reserve, the „Alter Bahnhof“ hiking hostel has established itself as a guest house. Comfortable rooms with real wood furniture guarantee restful nights after hiking, skiing or cycling tours in the beautiful surroundings. The cozy restaurant offers traditional Thuringian cuisine and specialties from the wood-fired oven. Especially recommended: Natural sourdough bread with suckling pig, crispy Schäufele or ribs. Fresh beer and homemade cakes taste even better on the spacious terrace.

Special services of the house:

- Putting together cycle and bike tours

- Torchlight hikes through the Thuringian winter forest on advance booking

- Passenger and luggage transfer to hiking destinations by shuttle service (subject to charge)

- Guided hikes on advance booking

- Packed lunches and barbecue provision

- Organization of class reunions and family celebrations