Best partially-paved trails in Oberharz am Brocken

3.9(72 reviews)

Explore the most popular partially paved trails near Oberharz am Brocken 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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#1 - Rübeland - Wendefurth dam - Rappbode dam
4.4 (38)·Hard·19.6 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
Spectacular circular route in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route starts in the interesting cave town of Rübeland. The place is conveniently located and so you can travel by car or the Rübelandbahn. Parking is nearby. The path leads past the Birkenfeld castle ruins, which probably served to protect the ironworks in Rübeland. Some distance away, the much-sung Bode flows along, which later leads to the Rappbodetalsperre. The impressive dam wall is the highest in Germany (106.0...
#2 - Von Elend auf den Brocken
4.6 (17)·Hard·21.6 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hr
Varied hiking trail in the Oberharz am Brocken, Saxony-Anhalt. A beautiful route that takes you up the Brocken. This route starts at the car park in Elend. On this route, you pass the Elend Valley and Schierke Castle before reaching the highest peak in the Harz Mountains, the Brocken. Highlights: - Devil's Path - Mauseklippe - Eckerloch - The Brocken
#3 - Von Königshütte nach Susenburg
3.7 (15)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Wonderful hike from Königshütte along the Königshütte overflow dam in the direction of Susenburg. Past the Susenburg ruins and back again via a section of the Hexenstieg trail.
#4 - Rund um Güntersberge
4.0 (1)·Hard·37.3 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
Varied route in the Oberharz am Brocken, Saxony-Anhalt. Start and finish: Günthersberge. Route: Günthersberge - Mühltech - Katzsohlteich (HWN 172) - Selketal - Friedrichshöhe railway station - Albrechtshaus - Wüstung Selkefeld (HWN 055) - Stiege - Gasthaus Windenhütte (HWN 059) - Hohle Eiche (HWN 057) - Waldoase Hirschbüchenkopf (HWN 173) - Selketal - Günthersberge Highlights of the route: - Mountain lake - Katzsohl pond - Lower pond - Windenhütte hunting lodge
#5 - Harz history in and around the border town "Sorge" at "Elend"
3.0 (1)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hr
Start: car park in Sorge Highlights: - Themed trail on the history of the Harz - Landscape of the Harz stream valleys nature reserve - Sorge open-air border museum

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest partially paved trail in Oberharz am Brocken?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest partially paved trail in Oberharz am Brocken is Rund um Güntersberge. This trail is estimated to be 37.3 km long.

Which partially paved trail has the most elevation gain in Oberharz am Brocken?

Oberharz am Brocken: With an ascent of 1,039 m, Rund um Güntersberge has the most elevation gain of all of the partially paved trails in the area. The next highest ascent for partially paved trails is Von Elend auf den Brocken with 1,018 m of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult partially paved trail in Oberharz am Brocken?

The most popular and difficult partially paved trail in Oberharz am Brocken is Rübeland - Wendefurth dam - Rappbode dam with a 4.4-star rating from 38 reviews.