Best partially-paved trails in Bad Harzburg

Panoramic hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. The hike starts at the HarzWaldHaus (formerly "Haus der Natur"). Nearby there is a tourist information, the bus stop "Bad Harzburg Burgbergbahn" and parking lots. This variant has existed since 2005, and in 2014 the Teufelsstieg was extended from the Brocken to Elend. The route is consistently marked with a white witch on a green background. There are places to stop for refreshments at the Molkenhaus and on the Brocken. The way back can...

This route follows stage 3 of the Harzer Grenzweg, a long-distance trail from Hornburg to Tettenborn, beginning at the Molkenhaus near Bad Harzburg and ending on the Brocken summit. The trail passes the Eckertalsperre dam and the Scharfenstein ranger station before ascending steeply over rugged concrete patrol plates into the high-altitude terrain of Harz National Park. Overnight stays are accommodated at the summit Brockenhotel or in guesthouses in nearby Schierke; wild camping is strictly...

Popular circular hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This route leads from Bad Harzburg to the Eckertalsperre, which is in absolute peace and can be reached via a wild and romantic hike. On the way there is pretty much everything that can be expected from a hike in the Harz Mountains: quiet forest paths, great views up to the Brocken, idyllic streams and striking cliffs. The path can be reached by bus and train. There are rest stops and a toilet near the starting point and there is...

Popular circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This hike starts at the car park at the Okertalsperre reservoir. Starting with a great view, the route follows the shore for a while and finally climbs up to the Ahrendsberg cliffs. Forest and open areas alternate. The route continues along the Jägerstieg to the waterfall. Boat trips can be taken at the Oker dam before or after the hike. Due to tree felling work, the path may be blocked by lying trees, which can be...

Popular circular route in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful circular route leads from Bad Harzburg past the Eckertalsperre to the Brocken. Since the first 13 km to the summit of the Brocken are almost constantly uphill, a good physical condition is recommended. There are places to stop for refreshments on the Brocken and at the Radau waterfall, and one should pack enough food for the rest of the tour. Highlights of the hike: - Brocken - Eckertalsperre - Radau waterfall -...

Wild and romantic circular hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. The hiking sign for the circular trail is a blue wave. The trail leads over the dam wall and offers wonderful views of the reservoir and the Brocken. There are several benches where you can take a break and have a picnic and during the hike you will come across information boards with interesting facts about the Eckertalsperre.

Demanding hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A route with wonderful views that leads past the Eckerstausee to the legendary Brocken. The notorious Kolonnenweg is considered the toughest ascent in the Harz Mountains. However, the effort is rewarded with a fabulous view of the entire Harz National Park. It starts at the Harzburg, here you can take the Burgberg cable car or one of the paths from Bad Harzburg. There is a cozy rest stop on the Brocken and at the...

Panoramic hiking in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful circular route in the direction of the Eckertalsperre and then further through the beautiful Ilse valley. Passing the Heinrich Heine memorial stone and the Ilse Falls, it goes via the ranger station at the Scharfenstein back to the Eckertalsperre. There is parking at the starting point. There is a self-service snack bar in the ranger station. Highlights of the tour: - Heinrich Heine memorial stone - View of Brocken -...

Popular and varied mountain bike route in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This demanding MTB route begins at the summit of the Brocken and leads down to Braunlage on varied trails. It goes to the Eckertalsperre, past moors and streams and through wild and romantic forests. A notice: Right at the beginning it gets very steep in places and if you drive carelessly you can reach a very high speed. Good brakes and considerate riding style are a must. The national park administration...