Best forest trails in Harz
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Harz with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.5 (567)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried, certified premium hiking trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The starting point is the large car park of the church in Hahnenklee near Goslar. There is a lot to experience and discover in a very short distance and the many varied landscapes make the hike an entertaining pleasure. Starting from the famous stave church, the path leads along picturesque forest ponds. This path owes its name to the numerous and lovingly placed benches along the route. Good signage (red symbol on...
- 4.4 (43)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPanoramic loop in the Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony. A wonderful loop through the varied Harz landscape. It starts at the car park on "Steile Wand Straße", but it is also possible to start at the Wolfwarte car park. However, this car park is very small. The path is partly stony and overgrown with roots. It is possible to collect 5 Harzer Wandernadel (Harz Mountains Walking Pin) stamps along the way. There are refreshment stops in Torfhaus. Highlights: - Nabental waterfall - Beautiful Harz...
- 4.3 (5)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony. A lovely hike that offers cooling shade in the woods near Wolfshagen, but also beautiful views from sunny open spaces. Start at the car park near the outdoor pool. A refreshment stop is possible further on in the town centre. Highlights: - Views from the Sommerberg mountain - "Altar cliffs" - Outdoor pool - Water treading area near the route
- 3.9 (5)·Moderate·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly hiking trail to the Rudolfklippe, Lower Saxony. The short hiking trail starts at the Radau waterfall. The parking lot there is free of charge. The trail leads through the forest over serpentines to the Winterbergklippe and finally on to the Rudolfklippe. Return along the same route.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Harz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Harz is Altenau - Torfhaus Loop. This trail is estimated to be 8.7 mi long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Harz?
Harz: With an ascent of 2,083 ft, Altenau - Torfhaus Loop has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Wolfshagen in the Harz Mountains - Sommerberg Mountain Loop with 1,223 ft of elevation gain.