Best trails in Harz Nature Park
The Harz Nature Park is characterized by extensive forests in transition to wilderness, bizarre rocks, millennia-old moors and original streams. The undisputed highlight is the majestic Brocken. This legendary mountain wilderness provides the perfect habitat for lynx and wildcats.
Top trails
- 4.5 (570)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried, certified premium hiking trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. The starting point is the large car park of the church in Hahnenklee near Goslar. There is a lot to experience and discover in a very short distance and the many varied landscapes make the hike an entertaining pleasure. Starting from the famous stave church, the path leads along picturesque forest ponds. This path owes its name to the numerous and lovingly placed benches along the route. Good signage (red symbol on...
- 4.3 (152)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful, but also very popular hike in the Oker Valley, which sometimes leads close to roads. There are some rest stops and nice rest areas. The route is not consistently signposted. It is therefore advisable to use the route map as a guide (it is best to download it before the hike, as mobile phone reception is sometimes very poor or non-existent). There is a car park at the starting point, but it is also easily accessible by train and...
- 4.4 (125)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular dam loop in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony A great tour around one of the most famous dams in the Harz Mountains. The starting point for this route is the car park at the dam wall. Most of the route is tarmac and is also suitable for cycling. The beautiful nature and the marvellous views of the water offer pure relaxation. The exhibition about the dam is interesting once you reach the waterworks. It is possible to collect the Harz hiking pin at the stamping...
- 4.6 (73)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried loop trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A replica of the imposing stave church of Borgund, several beautiful bodies of water and idyllic forest paths characterize this great hike near Hahnenklee. Highlights of the hike: - Gustav Adolf Stave Church - Grumbacher pond - Kuttelbach pond - Views of Hahnenklee
- 4.6 (76)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrA small circular route that starts at the parking lot on Liebesbankweg. The first section goes on the Liebesbankweg to Auerhahn and then further up to the Schalker Tower. On small, narrow hiking trails in the direction of Grosser Kellerhals-Teich and Oberer Grumbacher Teich back to the parking lot. There are three stamping points for the Harz hiking pin on the route.
- 4.2 (80)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrVaried loop in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This is a beautiful loop to the Rammelsberg starting in Goslar. The start is at the Kaiserpfalz Nord car park, which is subject to a charge. The Rammelsberg ore mine is an official cultural heritage site. A thousand years of mining and life at Rammelsberg can be discovered here. Together with the medieval town of Goslar, great viewpoints and cultural sights, this route promises plenty of variety. It is nice to stop off at the...
- 4.6 (51)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful hike around the Grosse Torfhausmoor and the Abbenstein. The way back runs along the Goetheweg, one of the most popular hiking trails in the Harz Mountains. In the Grosses Torfhausmoor, a detour to the Moorsteg, which branches off directly from the Goetheweg, is recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Grosses Torfhausmoor - Schubenstein cliff - Great views over the Harz Mountains - Moorsteg in the Grosses Torfhausmoor...
- 4.2 (49)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCharming loop in Bad Harzburg, Lower Saxony. This is a beautiful hike in the Harz Nature Park. The route mostly leads along small or narrow hiking trails. There are 3 Harz Hiking Needle stamps along the route for collectors. Highlights of the tour: - Stamping points - Großer Treppenstein - Huthberg - Fig tree cliff - Engagement Island - Along the Oker - Equalizing basin power station
- 4.1 (73)·Moderate·3.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A nice hike over the Rammelsberg near Goslar. When you arrive back at the parking lot at Herzberger Teich, you can relax after the hike by the water or get some food at the nearby restaurant. Highlights of the hike: - Rammelsberg - Herzberger pond - great views over the Harz
- 4.2 (78)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A short hike up the Wurmberg and back along the old border trail. There are several places to stop for refreshments along the way and numerous attractions such as the toboggan run and the Wurmberg mountain adventure world (with petting zoo). During the course of the hike, you will also pass two Harzer Wandernadel stamping points. Parts of the route are quite steep and require a good level of fitness. Highlights of the hike: -...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Harz Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Harz Nature Park is Liebesbankweg, which has a 4.5 star rating from 570 reviews. This trail is 3.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 754 ft.
What is the longest trail in Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Harz Nature Park is Harz loop: Goslar - Sankt Andreasberg - Bad Lauterberg - Wernigerode. This trail is estimated to be 173.8 mi long.
How many trails are in Harz Nature Park?
There are 205 trails in Harz Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.0-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Harz Nature Park?
Harz loop: Goslar - Sankt Andreasberg - Bad Lauterberg - Wernigerode has the most elevation gain with 23,727 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is ZTT Goslar - 132 km, which has 16,410 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 48 camping trails in Harz Nature Park and the most popular is Liebesbankweg with an average 4.5 star rating from 570 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 50 running trails in Harz Nature Park and the most popular is Liebesbankweg with an average 4.5 star rating from 570 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 40 biking trails in Harz Nature Park and the most popular is Okertalsperre Loop with an average 3.9 star rating from 48 community reviews.
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