Altenau - Wolfswarte
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
16.1kmLength
743mElevation gain
5.5–6hrEstimated time
Circular
Scenic circular route in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony.
A beautiful circular route that starts at the Roseweg car park and leads up to the Wolfswarte. The rough-looking Wolfswarte consists of weather-beaten Acker-Bruchberg quartzite and is a treeless hilltop near the Bruchberg summit. When the weather is clear, you have a great view of the surroundings and the Brocken from here. The way back to the car is via the Butterstieg, the Förster-Ludwig-Platz and along the Dammgraben.
Highlights of the hike:
- Summit of the Wolfswarte
- Panoramic views over the Harz National Park
- natural forest paths
- Schachtkopfhütte at Dammgraben
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Top sights
Wolfswarte
Peak
Altenauer Skikreuz
Attraction
Kleines Okertal
Valley
Tischlertal
Valley
Großes Okertal
Valley
Silberbrunnen
Spring
Schachtkopf-Hütte
Hut
Branderklippe
Cliff
Oimlhang
Viewpoint
Altenauer Hütte - an der Wolfswarte
Hut
Wilde-Sau-Hütte
Hut
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Check out this 16.1-km circular trail near Altenau, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 26 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.
What is the expected weather this week for Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Expected weather for Altenau - Wolfswarte for the next 5 days is:
- Fri 25 September - 19.5 degrees/clear
- Sat 26 September - 20.5 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 23 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 24.5 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 22.8 degrees/clear
Where is Altenau - Wolfswarte located?
Altenau - Wolfswarte is a trail located in Harz National Park.
How hard is Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Altenau - Wolfswarte is considered a hard hike that covers 16.1 km, with an elevation gain of 743 m. It takes about 5.5–6 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Altenau - Wolfswarte is considered a hard hike that covers 16.1 km, with an elevation gain of 743 m. It takes about 5.5–6 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Altenau - Wolfswarte a circular?
Altenau - Wolfswarte is a circular trail that covers 16.1 km, with an elevation gain of 743 m. It takes about 5.5–6 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 Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Altenau - Wolfswarte is a circular trail that covers 16.1 km, with an elevation gain of 743 m. It takes about 5.5–6 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 Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Altenau - Wolfswarte, but must remain on a lead.
When is the best time of year to hike Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Altenau - Wolfswarte is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Altenau - Wolfswarte?
According to trailgoers, Altenau - Wolfswarte is usually somewhat busy. Altenau - Wolfswarte is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there scenic views at Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Yes, Oimlhang is located on Altenau - Wolfswarte.
Are there forests at Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Yes, Altenau - Wolfswarte is a forest trail in Harz National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Altenau - Wolfswarte?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Altenau - Wolfswarte, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on 24 September 2026 at 05:13 GMT+0