Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel
50% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
9.7kmLength
476mElevation gain
3.5–4hrEstimated time
Circular
Popular circular route in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony.
Romkerhalle, the "smallest kingdom in the world", marks the start and end point of this circular route. Several popular attractions await along the route, such as the "Mausefalle" rock formation, the Okertalsperre reservoir and, of course, the Romkerhall waterfall. The waterfall is the highest artificial waterfall in the Harz Mountains.
Start is the car park at the hydroelectric power station, directly at the Romkerhalle bus stop.
Highlights of the hike:
- Romkerhall Waterfall
- Mausefalle ("mouse trap")
- Hexenküche
- Käste Cliffs
- Teufels Cliffs
- Marienwand
- Oker Dam reservoir
- Verlobungsinsel ("Engagement Island")
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Top sights
Feigenbaumklippe
Cliff
Mausefalle-Fels
Cliff
Romkerhaller Wasserfall
Waterfall
Okertal
Valley
Marienwand
Cliff
Forellenkanzel
Cliff
Habichtsklippe
Cliff
Mooswand
Viewpoint
Feigenbaumklippe
Viewpoint
Alte vom Berge
Viewpoint
Aussichtskanzel
Cliff
Kuhschiedental
Valley
Tank
Cliff
Schutzhütte Ziegenrücken
Weather shelter
Kästeklippe
Cliff
Huthberg
Peak
Großer Treppenstein
Cliff
Oker (Verlobungsinsel)
River
Ziegenrückenturm
Cliff
Adlereck (Triangel)
Peak
Nordmassiv
Peak
Großer Dülferklotzsockel
Cliff
Kleiner Romke
Peak
Hexenküche
Cliff
Pagodenstein
Cliff
Sülpketal
Valley
Hinterer Ziegenrücken
Peak
Schlösschen
Cliff
Schreckenkopf
Peak
Ziegenrückenklippe
Cliff
Wachturm
Cliff
Ziegenrücken-Bastion
Cliff
Adlerklippe Mittelgipfel
Peak
Adlerklippe Vorturm
Peak
Teufelskanzel
Cliff
Marienwand Vorturm
Cliff
Wildenstein
Peak
Tränketal
Valley
Teufelstal
Valley
Teufelsklippe
Cliff
Schlackenwand
Cliff
Untere Bergmannsklippe
Cliff
Klotz
Cliff
Kleiner Treppenstein
Cliff
Ziegenrückensteinbruch
Cliff
Hauskante
Cliff
Nachbar
Cliff
Namenloser Fels
Cliff
Schiffsbug
Cliff
Treppensteinturm
Cliff
Mausefalle
Attraction
Eschwegefelsen
Viewpoint
Top sights
Feigenbaumklippe
Cliff
Mausefalle-Fels
Cliff
Romkerhaller Wasserfall
Waterfall
Okertal
Valley
Marienwand
Cliff
Forellenkanzel
Cliff
Habichtsklippe
Cliff
Mooswand
Viewpoint
Feigenbaumklippe
Viewpoint
Alte vom Berge
Viewpoint
Aussichtskanzel
Cliff
Kuhschiedental
Valley
Tank
Cliff
Schutzhütte Ziegenrücken
Weather shelter
Kästeklippe
Cliff
Huthberg
Peak
Großer Treppenstein
Cliff
Oker (Verlobungsinsel)
River
Ziegenrückenturm
Cliff
Adlereck (Triangel)
Peak
Nordmassiv
Peak
Großer Dülferklotzsockel
Cliff
Kleiner Romke
Peak
Hexenküche
Cliff
Pagodenstein
Cliff
Sülpketal
Valley
Hinterer Ziegenrücken
Peak
Schlösschen
Cliff
Schreckenkopf
Peak
Ziegenrückenklippe
Cliff
Wachturm
Cliff
Ziegenrücken-Bastion
Cliff
Adlerklippe Mittelgipfel
Peak
Adlerklippe Vorturm
Peak
Teufelskanzel
Cliff
Marienwand Vorturm
Cliff
Wildenstein
Peak
Tränketal
Valley
Teufelstal
Valley
Teufelsklippe
Cliff
Schlackenwand
Cliff
Untere Bergmannsklippe
Cliff
Klotz
Cliff
Kleiner Treppenstein
Cliff
Ziegenrückensteinbruch
Cliff
Hauskante
Cliff
Nachbar
Cliff
Namenloser Fels
Cliff
Schiffsbug
Cliff
Treppensteinturm
Cliff
Mausefalle
Attraction
Eschwegefelsen
Viewpoint
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 9.7-km circular trail near Bad Harzburg, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 22 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October.
What is the expected weather this week for Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Expected weather for Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel for the next 5 days is:
- Wed 23 September - 14.4 degrees/drizzle
- Thu 24 September - 15.7 degrees/clear
- Fri 25 September - 18.4 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 21.3 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 25.2 degrees/clear
Where is Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel located?
Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is a trail located in Harz Nature Park.
How hard is Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is considered a moderate hike that covers 9.7 km, with an elevation gain of 476 m. It takes about 3.5–4 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is considered a moderate hike that covers 9.7 km, with an elevation gain of 476 m. It takes about 3.5–4 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel a circular?
Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is a circular trail that covers 9.7 km, with an elevation gain of 476 m. It takes about 3.5–4 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is a circular trail that covers 9.7 km, with an elevation gain of 476 m. It takes about 3.5–4 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Dogs may be allowed on Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
July to October is the most popular time of year to visit Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel.
How busy is Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
According to trailgoers, Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is usually busy. July to October is the most popular time of year to visit Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel.
Are there waterfalls at Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Yes, Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel has scenic views of Romkerhaller Wasserfall and Viewpoint.
Are there scenic views at Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Mooswand, Feigenbaumklippe, Alte vom Berge and Eschwegefelsen.
Are there rivers at Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Yes, Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is near Oker (Verlobungsinsel).
Are there forests at Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel?
Yes, Mausefalle - Verlobungsinsel is a forest trail in Harz Nature Park.
Last updated on 23 September 2026 at 02:46 GMT+0