Best forest trails in Lautenthal
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Lautenthal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.2 (9)·Easy·6 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis varied circular route leads through the Upper Harz near the former mining town of Lautenthal. The trail opens up the wooded slopes around the Teufelsberg (Devil's Mountain) and runs along a mixture of historic mining paths, shady forest roads and idyllic paths along small Harz streams. A central highlight is the view from Teufelsberg of Lautenthal deep in the valley and the passage through the typical Harz spruce and beech forests, which are constantly changing as part of forest...
- 3.5 (9)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrFamily-friendly circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful, short circular route suitable for families with only a few metres in altitude to conquer. The loop starts at the Prinzenteich car park. There are three Harz hiking pin stamps along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Prinzenteich pond - Upper Hahnebalzer pond (HWN stamping point) - Braunschweiger Eck
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Lautenthal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Lautenthal is From the Prinzenteich to the Braunschweiger Eck. This trail is estimated to be 10.6 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Lautenthal?
Lautenthal: With an ascent of 284 m, From the Prinzenteich to the Braunschweiger Eck has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Teufelsberg - Lautenthal with 219 m of elevation gain.