Best wildlife trails in Thale

Popular, charming hiking trail in the Bodetal nature reserve. This loop is great for a short hike in nature. The path leads from the cable car's valley station at Hexentanzplatz to the Rosstrappe. Things are constantly going uphill. The Rosstrappe offers a great view of the Bode and the landscape. Several hairpin bends take you downhill along the Bode through the Bode Valley back to the starting point. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful, varied natural landscape - Lots of beautiful views

Varied hiking trail in the Bodetal nature reserve, Saxony-Anhalt. The route begins at the Hexentanzplatz in Thale. From there, a very beautiful valley hike begins along the Bode on rocky ground. The descent to the valley station is very rocky and relatively steep. If necessary, the side road into the valley or the cable car (downhill) can be used. The Bodetal can also be used for the way back from Treseburg - it's much nicer than the "forest path hike" from Treseburg to Hexentanzplatz (but...

Popular hiking trail in the Bodetal nature reserve, Saxony-Anhalt. The hike takes about 4 hours. On the La Viershöhe and in Thale there is the possibility to stop in inns. Highlights: - View from the Bülowhöhe - View from La Viershöhe - Maiden Bridge - Ascent to La Viershöhe

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...

Varied loop trail in the Harz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt. The Bodetal between Thale and Treseburg is one of the most important breakthrough valleys in Central Germany. Bird species such as the kingfisher and dipper breed in the river valley, which is a nature reserve. In addition, rare plants and animals find a habitat in the Bodetal - be sure to keep your eyes open when hiking. When leaving the Bodetal, you hike uphill for a good kilometer in steep serpentines. From the Hexentanzplatz zoo,...

Popular hiking trail in the Bodetal nature reserve, Saxony-Anhalt. The White Deer is a great lookout point in Treseburg, located about 150 meters above the Bode Valley. From here you have an excellent view over the valley to the Brocken. The lookout tower Prinzensicht (stamp 70) is another lookout point, which can be found near the Hexentanzplatz. From here, the view also extends over the Bode Valley. On the opposite side of the valley, you can see a cross that was erected in honor of Baron...

This route is the 5th and final stage of the Harzer Hexen-Stieg, forming the grand finale of the Harz crossing; this segment starts in Altenbrak and ends in Thale. The trail leads from the idyllic resort town of Altenbrak deep into the spectacular Bode Gorge. The path runs along the wild and romantic Bode River, passing towering granite cliffs and dense deciduous forests, and leading past prominent landmarks like the Roßtrappe and the opposite Hexentanzplatz (Witches' Dance Floor) before...

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...

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

Varied hiking trail in Thale, Saxony-Anhalt. This route starts at the car park in Thale, very close to the main railway station. It leads along a circular route to Stecklenberg. It also leads to sights such as the famous Hexentanzplatz, the Sommerklippen and the Burgberg. There are several picnic and viewing points along the way, inviting to linger. The trail returns to the starting point along the edge of the Stecklenburg forest. There are other sights to discover in Thale, as well as...