Best trails near Scharfenstein
4.5(281 reviews)
Scharfenstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 18 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Scharfenstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 18 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Scharfenstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (75)·Moderate·15 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, exciting hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route leads through the Ilsen Valley to the Ilse Falls. The route starts on the southern outskirts of Ilsenburg and follows the Heinrich Heine hiking trail. After a while, the Ilse is reached, whose course the route follows as it leads through unspoilt deciduous forest. On the hike, rugged, lichen-covered rocks alternate with beech and sycamore forests. There is a paid car park at the starting point. The Harz...
- 4.5 (44)·Hard·16.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular circular route in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This hike in the Harz National Park leads once around the Eckertalsperre. It starts at the Radau waterfall. There is parking and a bus stop here. East of the Eckertalsperre, one can take a breather at the self-service snack bar at the Scharfenstein ranger station and get tips on trails, weather and wilderness from the rangers. It is best to obtain up-to-date information about the opening times beforehand (see tips). Highlights...
- 4.6 (32)·Hard·10.5 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route follows stage 3 of the Harzer Grenzweg, a long-distance trail from Hornburg to Tettenborn, beginning at the Molkenhaus near Bad Harzburg and ending on the Brocken summit. The trail passes the Eckertalsperre dam and the Scharfenstein ranger station before ascending steeply over rugged concrete patrol plates into the high-altitude terrain of Harz National Park. Overnight stays are accommodated at the summit Brockenhotel or in guesthouses in nearby Schierke; wild camping is strictly...
- 4.4 (21)·Hard·32 km·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrPopular circular route in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful circular route leads from Bad Harzburg past the Eckertalsperre to the Brocken. Since the first 13 km to the summit of the Brocken are almost constantly uphill, a good physical condition is recommended. There are places to stop for refreshments on the Brocken and at the Radau waterfall, and one should pack enough food for the rest of the tour. Highlights of the hike: - Brocken - Eckertalsperre - Radau waterfall -...
- 4.0 (14)·Hard·38.8 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrDemanding mountain bike tour in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt This mountain bike route leads from Schierke through the heart of the Harz National Park. The famous Brocken can be reached via the Brocken Road, from the summit of which there are magnificent views of the low mountain range landscape. A downhill section follows over a slab path to the Scharfensteinklippe before you reach the Eckertalsperre. Some great trails await here. After another challenging ascent to the Dreieckiger...
- 4.7 (26)·Hard·23.7 km·Est. 8–8.5 hrDemanding hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A route with wonderful views that leads past the Eckerstausee to the legendary Brocken. The notorious Kolonnenweg is considered the toughest ascent in the Harz Mountains. However, the effort is rewarded with a fabulous view of the entire Harz National Park. It starts at the Harzburg, here you can take the Burgberg cable car or one of the paths from Bad Harzburg. There is a cozy rest stop on the Brocken and at the...
- 4.7 (13)·Hard·21.1 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. Varied circular route from Ilsenburg through the Ilsetal with a detour to the Scharfenstein. Great views of the Eckertalsperre along the route. There are places to rest at the Scharfenstein ranger station. There is also a stamp station of the Harzer hiking pin. Highlights of the route: - Stunning views - Magnificent natural landscapes - Possibility of wildlife observation
- 5.0 (8)·Hard·21.9 km·Est. 7–8 hrVaried hiking trail from Torfhaus through the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route leads through the beautiful Harz mountains. The starting point is at Torfhaus, from there the Brocken is crossed and then it goes to Ilsenburg. At the beginning, the route runs along the well-known Harzer Hexenstieg accompanied by a wonderful small, bubbling brook. The 1000 meter descent from the Brocken takes place over a distance of around 12 km and is very even and not steep overall. Highlights of...
- 4.6 (11)·Hard·21.9 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPanoramic circular route through the beautiful Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt. A beautiful hike that starts in Torfhaus and leads through the typical Harz forests to the Eckertalsperre. The ranger station is open daily between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Here one can have a snack at the self-service snack bar and learn all sorts of interesting things about the wilderness and hiking opportunities from the rangers. Highlights: - National Park Visitor Center Torfhaus - Ranger station Scharfenstein
- 4.2 (9)·Hard·21.9 km·Est. 7–8 hrPanoramic hiking in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful circular route in the direction of the Eckertalsperre and then further through the beautiful Ilse valley. Passing the Heinrich Heine memorial stone and the Ilse Falls, it goes via the ranger station at the Scharfenstein back to the Eckertalsperre. There is parking at the starting point. There is a self-service snack bar in the ranger station. Highlights of the tour: - Heinrich Heine memorial stone - View of Brocken -...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Scharfenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Scharfenstein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 12 hiking trails, 7 mountain biking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Scharfenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Scharfenstein is Ilsen Valley and Illsen Falls Circular Route, which has a 4.5 star rating from 75 reviews. This trail is 15.0 km long with an elevation gain of 570 m.
What is the longest trail near Scharfenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Scharfenstein is MTB Tour: Brocken Tour. This trail is estimated to be 64.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Scharfenstein?
Scharfenstein: With an ascent of 2,491 m, MTB Tour: Brocken Tour has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Harzburg via Brocken with 2,298 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Scharfenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Scharfenstein is From Radau Waterfall around the Eckertalsperre with a 4.5-star rating from 44 reviews.
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