Best forest trails in Harzgerode
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Harzgerode 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 (15)·Moderate·7.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic hiking tour in Harzgerode, Saxony-Anhalt. The start is in Alexisbad and takes you straight into the forest. This is a shorter route in the region but very varied. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Köthener hut - Pioneer trail - Luisentempel
- 4.1 (12)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrScenic circular route in Harzgerode, Saxony-Anhalt Whether you run or walk, this route offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Further information about the cliff run: http://www.klippenlauf.de/
- 4.3 (13)·Hard·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrStage 2 of the long-distance hiking trail "Selketal-Stieg", Saxony-Anhalt. This is the second stage of the varied and beginner-friendly Selketal-Stieg trail, which is around 70 kilometres long and leads through the beautiful Harz mountains between Stiege and Quedlinburg. The starting point of the second stage is Alexisbad and the section ends in Meisdorf. Cliff paths, trails over mountain ridges and sunken paths promise plenty of variety. In addition to marvellous nature, cultural and...
- 4.4 (11)·Moderate·9.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrEventful hike around Alexisbad, Saxony-Anhalt. Beautiful short hike that leads via the Selkestieg to two stamping points for the Harz hiking badges. This route also has some highlights to offer - three great viewpoints, impressive cliffs, the Köthener Hütte and the 400 metre high Schalkenburg, all in beautiful forest. HIghlights: - Beautiful view - Habichtstein viewpoint - Luisenklippe - Chapel view - Köthener hut - Schalkenburg Castle
- 4.1 (9)·Easy·2.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly circular hiking trail in the Harz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful circular trail runs once around the Güntersberg mountain lake. You pass several information boards on the nature trail. The first 500 metres are along the road, the rest of the way through beautiful forest. Highlights of the hike: - Güntersberge mountain lake - Katzsohl pond
- 3.8 (4)·Moderate·15.8 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrScenic hiking trail in Harzgerode, Saxony-Anhalt. Beautiful hike through the Selke valley from IV Friedrichshammer via the Anhalt ruins on towards Selkemühle, the refuge on Mettenberg and back via the umbrella. For collectors of the Harz hiking pin, there are 5 stamp points to collect here. Highlights of the route: - Wonderful views along the route - Great natural landscapes
- 3.0 (1)·Easy·5.8 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly hike in the Harz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This is a relaxed hike from Güntersberge railway station to Straßberg station. The route is fairly flat and follows the Selke river throughout. The picturesque Selke valley is a nature reserve, so you are not allowed to leave the paths and dogs must be kept on a lead. Highlights of the hike: - Güntersberge - Upper Selke Valley nature reserve - Elbingstalteich pond - Detour to the Falkenhof Harz owl sanctuary (optional)
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Harzgerode?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Harzgerode is Vom Vierten Hammer durchs Selketal. This trail is estimated to be 15.8 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Harzgerode?
Harzgerode: With an ascent of 539 m, Vom Vierten Hammer durchs Selketal has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Klippenlauf Harzgerode: 15Km Course with 487 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Harzgerode?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Harzgerode is Selketal Stieg Stage 2: Alexisbad - Meisdorf with a 4.3-star rating from 13 reviews.