Best kid-friendly trails in Saxony-Anhalt

Popular hiking trail in Blankenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. This route begins in the southern part of Blankenburg and initially leads uphill and over the Teufelsmauer or the Südlicher Hangweg, a rock formation made of sandstone. Many legends and myths try to explain the origin of these unique formations. This path leads through Heidelberg to the Hamburg coat of arms near the cowshed. There are parking lots at the starting point. It is also possible to arrive by bus. The route is also good to walk...

Varied loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This is a wonderful loop around the legendary Harzer Hexentanzplatz. It goes through the picturesque Bodetal and past some wonderful vantage points. Especially in the second half of the hike, a few meters of altitude have to be overcome - basic fitness is an advantage here. According to tales, the Hexentanzplatz is an old Saxon cult site where festivals for forest and mountain goddesses were held on Walpurgis Night. After Christians came...

Popular 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

Varied hiking trail in Bad Kösen in the Naumburg area, Saxony-Anhalt. This route starts at the train station in Bad Kösen, where there are also parking spaces. This hike leads to Rudelsburg and Saaleck Castle, both of which are worth a visit. And with a little luck, one or the other wild animal can be observed. Highlights of the route: - Rudelsburg - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Possibility to stop in the kingdom of heaven --- Accessible by bus and...

Panoramic lake hike around the Geiseltalsee near Müchel in Saxony-Anhalt. This hike can be reached by train (Mücheln-Geiseltalsee train station). There are parking facilities at the lake for those arriving by car. In Müchel, staying overnight and having a bite to eat is possible. The hiking trail starts in the Marina of Müchel and leads clockwise along the Geiseltalsee. Especially in the northern part of the hike, there are numerous opportunities for excellent panoramas from near the ground...

Family-friendly hike in the Bodetal nature reserve, Saxony-Anhalt. Start at the Hexentanzplatz car park. The route is short and charming and great for slightly older children, as it leads past the Hexentanzplatz animal park and is teeming with exciting stories. From the Hexentanzplatz (plateau high above the Bode Valley), the marvellous landscape can be enjoyed. There are also several places to stop for refreshments for an all-round successful excursion. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful...

Popular loop with great views near Blankenburg in the northern Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt. This is a small l upto Regenstein Castle, the Regensteinmühle, and the large sandstone caves, which is also great for hiking with children. The Regenstein car park is the start and end point of this hike. From there, go toward the small sandstone caves to the Pastorenstein. Turning south, we continue to the impressive Great Sandstone Caves. The last highlight is the ruins of the Regenstein rock...

Family-friendly hiking trail in the Bodetal nature reserve. This short hike offers unique views of the local natural landscape. Great views of the Harz Mountains can be enjoyed from the Roßtrappe granite rock. There are parking spaces and the "Roßtrappe" bus stop at the starting point. It is also possible to stop off at the terrace café. Highlights of the route: - Wonderful views - Granite rocks - viewpoint

Family-friendly loop to the Devil's Pulpit in Halberstadt, Saxony-Anhalt. The Teufelskanzel is an imposing sandstone formation rising vertically above the valley floor in the Halberstadt Klusberge mountains. Several hiking trails lead to the viewpoint. The loop begins at the parking lot at Villa Klus and leads via "In der Klus" to the "Klusfelsen" rock of the same name. It continues a little further uphill via Schönsicht to Teufelskanzel. The Nordhangweg leads back to the starting...

Family-friendly hike in the Harz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt. The start and finish of this hike from Hasserode to the Scharfenstein is the car park at Foersterplatz. The route is also doable for slightly older children. However, special care should be taken on the Scharfenstein as there are some steps up that can be very slippery in wet weather. Highlights of the hike: - Sharpenstone with Sharpenstone Cliff - Kuehnekopf - idyllic forest paths