Best river trails in Sangerhausen

The scenic trail loops gently around a quiet reservoir nestled deep within the dense forests of the southern Harz region. Starting near Sangerhausen, the mostly level dirt path guides nature lovers beneath towering pine and beech canopies while tracking the curving waterline. Historically built in the early fifties to supply water for the historic local copper shale mining industry, the reservoir is now a peaceful sanctuary for local wildlife. Birdwatchers might spot herons or ducks fishing...

Start and finish: Lengefeld Route: Lengefeld - Moltkewarte (HWN 209) - Lengefeld - reservoir Wettelrode Kunstteich (HWN 211) - Wippertalsperre (HWN 219) - Wippra - Wippra brewery - Meilerplatz on the coal road (HWN 210) - Grillenberg - Grillenburg castle ruins (HWN 208) - Wettelrode - Röhrigschacht show mine (HWN 222) - Lengefeld

It is a very short loop next to the Wipperia Funpark. If the family wants to go for a little walk after all the fun, then this is a great way to let off some steam. It's a short loop through the trees, past the Schloßberg, with a height of about 330 m. Overall very easy and good for children.