Best trails near Schloßberg
3.9(15 reviews)
Schloßberg: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including camping and hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Schloßberg: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schloßberg are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.2 (10)·Moderate·14.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried, picturesque circular hike in the southern Harz Mountains, Thuringia. A beautiful hike that starts from the car park at Waldbad Neustadt. The trail first leads towards Ebersburg and then on to the Neustadt dam. You return to the starting point of the tour via the Hohnstein ruins. Highlights of the tour: - View of the dam - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·36.4 km·Est. 10–11 hrBeautiful day trip for cycling from Nordhausen This beautiful circular tour is ideal for a relaxed day trip by bike. It starts and ends in Nordhausen at the railway station. From there, it leads up a slight incline to the Neustadt reservoir, which lies to the north of the starting point. There are a few hills on the tour, such as the Schloßberg and the Heidelberg, which repeatedly provide short, somewhat strenuous passages.
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·30.4 km·Est. 9–10 hrPopular, 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...
- 1.2 (2)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrOsterode near Neustadt/Harz, Bornrasen -> Grossmutteracker -> Helmstieg -> Knippelweg, direction Tischen and Hufhaus -> shortly before Tischen turn sharp right towards Neustadt -> Thiergarten -> at the campsite turn right towards Ilfeld -> shortly afterwards turn left towards Osterode -> Bornrasen
- Hard·20.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular hike in the Südharz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt/Thuringia. This wooded hike leads from Neustadt to the ruins of Hohnstein Castle, built around 1120. On the castle hill, you can stop off at the Hohnstein Castle Inn (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays). Another highlight is the Neustadt reservoir, which was built in 1904-1905 and is reached after a good 6 kilometres. Highlights of the hike: - Ruins of Hohenstein Castle - Side trip to Stolberg Castle (optional) - Neustadt dam
- Hard·41 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrThe 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schloßberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schloßberg. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schloßberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schloßberg is Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein, which has a 4.2 star rating from 10 reviews. This trail is 14.6 km long with an elevation gain of 460 m.
What is the longest trail near Schloßberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schloßberg is Südharzer Dampflok Steig (South Harz Steam Locomotive Trail). This trail is estimated to be 41.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schloßberg?
Schloßberg: With an ascent of 1,261 m, Südharzer Dampflok Steig (South Harz Steam Locomotive Trail) has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Zur Talsperre Neustadt und zum Schloss Hohnstein with 965 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schloßberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schloßberg is Zur Talsperre Neustadt und zum Schloss Hohnstein with a 4.0-star rating from 1 reviews.