Best moderate trails in Südharz

The scenic route encircling the timber-framed town of Stolberg invites exploration through the dense beech forests of the Southern Harz Karst Landscape Biosphere Reserve. Walking along elevated forested hillsides, travelers enjoy panoramic viewpoints directly overlooking the historic valley town and the striking Stolberg Castle perched above. The path passes notable landmarks like the Lutherbuche, where Martin Luther famously looked down upon the town in the sixteenth century and compared its...

This route begins in the village of Schwenda, which is in western Saxony-Anhalt. The route heads north into the forest and onto the Großer Auerberg, which is about 580 meters high. On the summit is the Josephskreuz and a place to stop for refreshments. The Josephskreuz is an observation tower from which one can overlook the surroundings.

Long-distance hiking trail in Straßberg (Harz), Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful path starts at the Glasebach show mine car park and leads along the brook of the same name at the Frankenteich to the Josephshöhe (580 m). Highlights of the hike: - Glasebach Pit - Frankenteich - Shingle meadows - Josephshöhe