Best cave trails in Osterode am Harz

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Explore the most popular cave trails near Osterode am 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

#1 - Gypsum karst landscape Hainholz: Jettenhoehle and Marthahoehle
3.7 (9)·Moderate·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hr
Popular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The unique gypsum landscapes of Hainholz invite you to hike and discover. This route through the nature reserve leads to the Marthahoehle and the Jettenhoehle, whose system of passages has a total length of almost 750 m. Highlights of the hike: - Jetten Cave - Martha Cave
#2 - Lichtenstein Castle ruins and Lichtenstein cave
2.2 (2)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hr
Around the Lichtenstein castle ruins

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest trail with caves in Osterode am Harz?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail with caves in Osterode am Harz is Lichtenstein Castle ruins and Lichtenstein cave. This trail is estimated to be 7.5 mi long.

Which cave trail has the most elevation gain in Osterode am Harz?

Osterode am Harz: With an ascent of 1,417 ft, Lichtenstein Castle ruins and Lichtenstein cave has the most elevation gain of all of the cave trails in the area. The next highest ascent for cave trails is Gypsum karst landscape Hainholz: Jettenhoehle and Marthahoehle with 583 ft of elevation gain.