Best long trails in Harztor

Varied circular hiking trail in the Südharz Nature Park, Thuringia A very scenic loop through the southern Harz. On the trail, which leads through idyllic forests from one breathtaking viewpoint to the next, participants of the Harz Hiking Needle will find two stamping points. There are also several QR codes and information boards along the route, which reveal interesting facts about the geology of the region, for example. A short detour to the Rabensteiner Stollen visitor mine is...

Popular, picturesque hiking route in the southern Harz Mountains, Thuringia. This route leads to the Neustadt dam and over the Schloßberg up to Hohnstein Castle. The Neustadt dam is the oldest dam in Thuringia. The Krebsbach is dammed here and its water is used to supply drinking water. The trail leads along the eastern bank of the reservoir. Then follow the signposts to Hohnstein Castle. This was built in 1120 by Konrad von Sangerhausen and became the ancestral seat of the Counts of...

Idyllic route in the southern Harz near Harztor, Thuringia. This idyllic route starts in Ilfeld (Harztor) and leads via the Wetterfahne, the Bielsteine and the Poppenberg to Osterode. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes

Popular, scenic tour in the southern Harz Mountains, Thuringia. A short but interesting and varied tour via the Rabensteiner Stollen to the Poppenberg. You cycle on narrow trails and undulating terrain, along impressive rocky slopes. Highlights of the tour: - Fantastic views - Varied terrain - Idyllic landscape

The scenic trail provides an opportunity to experience the natural beauty and rich railway history of the South Harz region. Starting from the edge of Nordhausen, the route follows along the historic railway line through peaceful city parks before heading into a rolling karst landscape. Exploring the open fields brings views of quiet meadows and small communities like Rüdigsdorf and Harzungen. A pleasant rest spot with a beautifully crafted wooden steam engine structure offers a nice place to...