Spitter Waterfall

Spitter Waterfall is a natural waterfall in the Thuringian Forest that cascades over four distinct steps, dropping approximately 19 meters through dense forest. The water creates a series of small pools as it flows over rocks along its descent.

The waterfall formed through geological processes during the ice age, carving a distinctive gorge in the northern section of the Thuringian Forest. These natural forces shaped the landscape over thousands of years.

The waterfall sits near the Rennsteig, a traditional hiking route that brings visitors through the forest and serves as a gathering point for those seeking time in nature. The surrounding area draws hikers who come to experience the woodland landscape on foot.

A loop trail begins from Tambach-Dietharz and approaches the waterfall with a total distance of about 6 kilometers and an elevation gain of around 230 meters. The forest paths are well-marked and pass through typical woodland terrain.

The water source begins only about 1.5 kilometers from the falls within the Ebertswiese nature reserve at an elevation between 750 and 800 meters. The journey from source to waterfall reveals how quickly the water gains power as it rushes down the steep forest slopes.