Best wildlife trails in Ilsenburg
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Explore the most popular wildlife trails near Ilsenburg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.6 (131)·Hard·13.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrPopular hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt This route follows the Heinrich-Heine-Weg and leads up to the famous Brocken. Winding forest paths lead from the northern edge of the Harz mountains through unspoilt beech forests and past rugged rock formations to the highest peak of the national park. A cozy restaurant and an information center (for a fee) await you here before you return to the starting point. The first section runs along the idyllically flowing Ilse. Again...
- 4.4 (152)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrPopular hiking trail with great views in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. The hike begins in Ilsenburg and follows the Heinrich-Heine-Weg to the highest mountain in the Harz Mountains, the legendary Brocken. The poet Heinrich Heine followed this path on his journey through the Harz Mountains in 1824. Through unspoilt beech forests and past fascinating rock formations, the path leads on winding forest paths through the Ilse valley, past the Ilsestein and the Ilse falls up to the...
- 4.6 (92)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt The varied route starts at the Ilsetal hiking car park. The Ilse is crossed a little further north and on winding forest paths it goes through beautiful nature past granite rock formations, cliffs and vantage points. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: - Ilsefälle waterfall - Paternosterklippe cliff near Ilsenburg with viewpoint - Ilsestein
- 4.5 (75)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, exciting hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route leads through the Ilsen Valley to the Ilse Falls. The route starts on the southern outskirts of Ilsenburg and follows the Heinrich Heine hiking trail. After a while, the Ilse is reached, whose course the route follows as it leads through unspoilt deciduous forest. On the hike, rugged, lichen-covered rocks alternate with beech and sycamore forests. There is a paid parking lot at the starting point. The Harz...
- 4.4 (53)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried hiking trail in Ilsenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. The popular hiking destination - the famous Ilsestein with its iron cross - rises high above the Ilsetal. The beautiful view of the Ilsetal, the town of Ilseburg, the Brocken massif and the Harz foreland can be enjoyed from here. The cross was erected in 1814 on behalf of Count zu Stolberg-Wernigerode. The place is also known for Heinrich Heine, who visited it on his journey through the Harz Mountains in 1824 and climbed up to the cast-iron...
- 4.3 (39)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful route leads through the wooded landscape in the west of Ilsenburg. There are several beautiful viewpoints and impressive rock formations there. The most famous among them might be the huge Frog Rock. Near it is also the stamp station No. 5 for the Harzer Wandernadel. On the southern slope of the Westerberg is the Westerbergklippe, which can be accessed via a staircase. The tour thus combines some popular hiking...
- 4.5 (12)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This wonderful loop begins at the parking lot at Ilsenburg Castle. The first half of the hike leads up to the Ilsestein and in the direction of the Brockenkinder. There is also a forest inn on the way. From the highest point on Renneckenberg, the hike first leads along the creek on Renneckenberg and then along the beautiful Ilse. The Ilse, with its wonderfully wild and romantic atmosphere and waterfalls, accompanies the path to the...
- 4.7 (13)·Hard·13.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. Varied loop from Ilsenburg through the Ilsetal with a detour to the Scharfenstein. Great views of the Eckertalsperre along the route. There are places to rest at the Scharfenstein ranger station. There is also a stamp station of the Harzer hiking pin. Highlights of the route: - Stunning views - Magnificent natural landscapes - Possibility of wildlife observation
- 4.9 (4)·Hard·14.1 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrPanoramic loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony Anhalt. There is so much to discover on this idyllic hike through the Harz landscape: it starts in Ilsenburg. From here the route first leads to the Ilse Falls, then on to Meineckenberg. The hike to the Ilsestein leads over the wolf cliffs. There are numerous rest areas along the way. Highlights: - Froschfelsen - Upper Ilse Falls (Bremer Hütte) - Ferdinandstein - Wolf Cliff - Chief Forester Koch monument - Ilsestein - Ilsenburg Monastery...
- 4.7 (3)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried hiking trail in the Harz National Park. This idyllic hike through the Harz landscape starts in Ilsenburg and leads over the Froschfelsen to the Westerklippe. Continue to the crucifix and finally to the Eckertalsperre. The hike leads mostly through the forest. From time to time there are wonderful vantage points. Since there is no rest stop along the way, one should bring enough provisions. Highlights: - Beautiful natural landscapes in the Harz Mountains - Lots of great views -...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest wildlife trail in Ilsenburg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Ilsenburg is Heinrich-Heine-Weg - Brocken - Ilsenburg. This trail is estimated to be 14.9 mi long.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Ilsenburg?
Ilsenburg: With an ascent of 3,628 ft, Heinrich-Heine-Weg - Brocken - Ilsenburg has the most elevation gain of all of the wildlife trails in the area. The next highest ascent for wildlife trails is Ilsenburg - Schierke with 3,382 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Ilsenburg?
The most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Ilsenburg is Brocken via Heinrich-Heine-Weg with a 4.6-star rating from 131 reviews.
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