Best trails near Melaphyrbruch im Kreuztal

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...

This route is stage 4 (North Route) of the Harz Witches' Trail, starting in Drei Annen Hohne and ending in Altenbrak. The path leads through the diverse mixed forests of the eastern Harz, passing the impressive Blaue Sterne limestone wall toward the half-timbered town of Elbingerode. This section highlights local mining history, passing the Büchenberg show mine and traversing the scenic Bode Valley with spectacular views of the Wendefurth Reservoir before reaching Altenbrak. Overnight stays...