Best cave trails in Walkenried
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Explore the most popular cave trails near Walkenried with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.0 (42)·Easy·5.6 kmVaried circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. Short hike from Walkenried in the direction of Sachsenstein and to the Helbing hut with a Harz hiking pin stamp. There are a few short but steep climbs. Highlights of the hike: - Sachsenstein Castle - Spatenborn meadow - Andreasteich pond - Höllteich pond - Beautiful forest paths
- 4.8 (13)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrA highlight-packed circular hike around Walkenried in the Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony. Many idyllic ponds, a striking rock massif, a castle ruin and great views in beautiful natural surroundings - the circular trail from Walkenried in the Harz foothills has it all. The route winds up and down from Walkenried via Bad Sachsa to Neuhof and back through forest and open terrain. Highlights: - Prior Teich outdoor forest pool - Sachsenstein castle ruins - Sachsenstein cliff - Lower crane pond -...
- 4.0 (4)·Moderate·15.1 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. You can hardly get more variety than on this Harz hike; it takes you past historic buildings such as the ruins of Sachsenstein Castle, through unspoilt natural landscapes around the Itelteich pond and through the beautiful little town of Walkenried. Highlights of the hike: - Itelteich nature reserve - Sachsenstein Castle - Walkenried Monastery - St Andrew's Pond
- 3.1 (7)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPicturesque circular trail with many Harzer Wandernadel stamp points near Walkenried in Lower Saxony. This idyllic circular hike begins with an ascent to the "Pferdchen". Here you will find a marvellous view as well as stamp point no. 58. On beautiful forest paths, you walk along the Harzer BaudenSteig to Helenenruh (stamp point no. 160). The last two stamp points on this hike can be found on the Jeremiashöhe and the Jagdkopf to the Bremer Klippe (no. 163). As there are no refreshment stops...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest trail with caves in Walkenried?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Walkenried is Walkenried - Itelteich - Burg Sachsenstein. This trail is estimated to be 15.1 km long.
Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Walkenried?
Walkenried: With an ascent of 394 m, Walkenried - Itelteich - Burg Sachsenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Zorge Tour: Pferdchen, Helenenruh, Bremer Klippe with 365 m of elevation gain.