Oberhof, Winter sports center in Thuringia, Germany
Oberhof stands at 810 meters elevation in the Thuringian Forest, featuring snow-covered slopes and dedicated training facilities for winter athletics.
The settlement dates back to 1470 and transformed from a small mountain village into a sports destination after the construction of Brandleite Tunnel in 1884.
The municipality maintains strong connections with international winter sports communities through regular competitions and training programs for professional athletes.
Visitors can access 3,500 guest beds across various accommodations, while the town connects to major cities through the Neudietendorf-Ritschenhausen railway line.
The area houses specialized training facilities for biathlon, ski jumping, and luge, making it a primary preparation ground for Olympic athletes.
Location: Schmalkalden-Meiningen
Elevation above the sea: 810 m
Part of: Oberzentrum Südthüringen
Shares border with: Gehlberg, Steinbach-Hallenberg
Website: https://stadt-oberhof.de
GPS coordinates: 50.70678,10.72574
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:18
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Lütschestausee
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Oberhof bobsleigh, luge, and skeleton track
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Talbrücke Wilde Gera
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Skisport-Halle Oberhof
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Grenzadler
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Exotarium Oberhof
100 m
Gebrannter Stein
4.4 km
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Jagdschloss Oberhof
177 m
Wildekopf
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Forstarbeiterdenkmal
1.4 km
Ehrenmal für die Gefallenen des Ersten Weltkrieges
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St. Blasius
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Schützenbergmoor
1.5 km
Stadtmuseum Zella-Mehlis
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Forsthaus Sattelbach
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Protestant Church (Mehlis)
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Adelsruh
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Stadtmuseum in der Beschußanstalt
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Schneekopf Tower
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