Best trails in South Harz Nature Park
The Südharz Nature Park encompasses parts of the Südharz, Zechstein Belt in the Südharz and North Thuringian Buntsandsteinland nature areas. The diversity of different habitats in a very small area is remarkable.
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- 4.5 (16)·Moderate·4.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This route leads to the Rote Schuss between the nature reserves Hundertmorgenwiese and Staufenberg. Highlights of the hike: - Staufenberg nature reserve - Hundertmorgenwiesen nature reserve - Brockenblick viewpoint - Roter Schuss
- 4.6 (9)·Hard·9.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Südharz Nature Park, Thuringia A very scenic loop through the southern Harz. On the trail, which leads through idyllic forests from one breathtaking viewpoint to the next, participants of the Harz Hiking Needle will find two stamping points. There are also several QR codes and information boards along the route, which reveal interesting facts about the geology of the region, for example. A short detour to the Rabensteiner Stollen visitor mine is...
- 4.2 (10)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried, picturesque circular hike in the southern Harz Mountains, Thuringia. A beautiful hike that starts from the parking lot at Waldbad Neustadt. The path first leads in the direction of Ebersburg and then on to the Neustadt dam. Via the Hohnstein ruins, you return to the starting point of the tour. Highlights of the round: - View of the dam - Idyllic nature - Picturesque landscape
- 3.5 (5)·Hard·30.6 mi·Est. 15.5–17 hrVaried hike through the Southern Harz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt This route leads from Wernigerode via the Zillerbach dam and Trautenstein to Nordhausen and can be covered by mountain bike or on foot. Typical Harz mountain landscapes, two large dams, idyllic river valleys and romantic villages make this tour from north to south a real pleasure. There are several charming places to stay overnight and stop for refreshments in the small villages. The route is accessible by bus and train and can...
- 4.1 (8)·Easy·3.4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrExciting hiking trip in Thuringia. The beautiful Southern Harz Nature Park invites you to get to know the federal state of Thuringia, which is spoiled with lots of greenery. Start is in Rüdigsdorf. It goes in an easterly direction past the Bornberg almost to Petersdorf and into the Winkelberg nature reserve, which is well worth seeing. On this route, primeval, dense forest alternates with fairytale clearings in a small space. Here you are right in the so-called Rüdigsdorf Switzerland. In...
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic loop trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. A lot of forest awaits you on this beautiful hike in the Harz Mountains. On the way there are also some great views, for example of the Great Staufenberg and from the "Brockenblick" viewpoint. Highlights of the hike: - Brockenblick - Roter Schuss - Great Staufenberg - Hundertmorgenwiese ("Hundred acre meadow") - Staufenberg nature reserve
- 3.5 (7)·Moderate·8.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful circular hiking trail that starts at the Ziegenalm (Sophienhof) parking lot. After you have reached the Carlsturm, you go back down and you walk for a while along the Harz narrow-gauge railway in the direction of the Ziegenalm. There are also 4 stamping points for the Harz hiking pin on this circular route.
- 4.7 (3)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic hike in the Southern Harz Nature Park, Thuringia. The Poppenberg is a 600 m high mountain in the Harz Mountains. At the summit is the 33 m high observation tower "Poppenbergturm", from which there are great views over the forested mountain ranges of the southern Harz Mountains. There is a large car park right at the starting point of the hike. Highlights of the hike: - Poppenberg with Poppenberg tower - idyllic forest trails - Waelzebach vantage point
- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·8.6 miBeautiful hike to the southern bank of the Neustadt dam This route leads to the Neustadt dam, also known as the Nordhäuser dam. The Krebsbach, which is used to supply Nordhausen with drinking water, is dammed here. This tour is ideal for a nice hike on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. It is not only the oldest drinking water dam in Thuringia, but also one of the most beautiful in Thuringia and in the Harz Mountains.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in South Harz Nature Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in South Harz Nature Park is Zorge - Wendeleiche - Roter Schuss, which has a 4.6 star rating from 17 reviews. This trail is 4.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,174 ft.
What is the longest trail in South Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in South Harz Nature Park is Südharz-Eisenbahn-Radweg (SHE) - Rundtour-Variation. This trail is estimated to be 54.0 mi long.
How many trails are in South Harz Nature Park?
There are 47 trails in South Harz Nature Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 141 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in South Harz Nature Park?
Südharz-Eisenbahn-Radweg (SHE) - Rundtour-Variation has the most elevation gain with 7,824 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Harzquerung, which has 5,918 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in South Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 13 camping trails in South Harz Nature Park and the most popular is Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein with an average 4.2 star rating from 10 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in South Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 running trails in South Harz Nature Park and the most popular is Dreitälerblick - Ilfelder Wetterfahne von Ilfeld with an average 4.6 star rating from 9 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in South Harz Nature Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 biking trails in South Harz Nature Park and the most popular is Nordhausen - Talsperre Neustadt - Burgberg with an average 5.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 45 trails with scenic mountain peak views in South Harz Nature Park, including Zorge - Wendeleiche - Roter Schuss, Dreitälerblick - Ilfelder Wetterfahne von Ilfeld, Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein, Harzquerung, and Urwaldpfad Rüdigsdorf.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 16 trails with picnic areas in South Harz Nature Park, including Zorge - Wendeleiche - Roter Schuss, Großer Staufenberg Loop via Brockenblick and Roter Schuss, Von Neustadt/ Harz zur Neustädter Talsperre, Durch den Südharz rund um Himmelgarten, and Poppenbergturm Illfeld.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 24 trails with scenic viewpoints in South Harz Nature Park, including Zorge - Wendeleiche - Roter Schuss, Dreitälerblick - Ilfelder Wetterfahne von Ilfeld, Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein, Harzquerung, and Großer Staufenberg Loop via Brockenblick and Roter Schuss.
Are there any trails with huts in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 17 trails with huts in South Harz Nature Park, including Zorge - Wendeleiche - Roter Schuss, Dreitälerblick - Ilfelder Wetterfahne von Ilfeld, Harzquerung, Großer Staufenberg Loop via Brockenblick and Roter Schuss, and From Sophienhof to the Carlsturm.
Are there any trails with ponds in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 12 trails with ponds in South Harz Nature Park, including Harz Border Trail Stage 6: Hohegeiß - Bad Sachsa, Um den Alten Stollenberg und Gipskarstlandschaft Heimkehle, Über die Berge und entlag der Zorge, Von Rothesütte durch das Steinmühlental zur Ilburg, and Über Steigerthal und Mittelberg.
Are there any trails with castles in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 13 trails with castles in South Harz Nature Park, including Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein, Nordhausen - Talsperre Neustadt - Burgberg, Von Rothesütte durch das Steinmühlental zur Ilburg, Zur Talsperre Neustadt und zum Schloss Hohnstein, and Von Hermannsacker über Knippelberg nach Ilfeld.
Are there any trails with rivers in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 15 trails with rivers in South Harz Nature Park, including Dreitälerblick - Ilfelder Wetterfahne von Ilfeld, Harzquerung, Harz Border Trail Stage 6: Hohegeiß - Bad Sachsa, Um den Alten Stollenberg und Gipskarstlandschaft Heimkehle, and Von Walkenried zum Brockenblick.
Are there any trails with cliffs in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 6 trails with cliffs in South Harz Nature Park, including Dreitälerblick - Ilfelder Wetterfahne von Ilfeld, Harz Border Trail Stage 6: Hohegeiß - Bad Sachsa, Mitten durchs Dreiländereck E1, From the Dreilaenderstein to the Walkenraid Monastery, and Ilfeld (Harztor) nach Osterode.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 8 trails with historical ruins in South Harz Nature Park, including Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein, Nordhausen - Talsperre Neustadt - Burgberg, Zur Talsperre Neustadt und zum Schloss Hohnstein, Vom Kreiselberg um den Großen Ronneberg und Talsperre Neustadt, and Rund um Walkenried und Burgruine Sachsenstein.
Are there any trails with springs in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 19 trails with springs in South Harz Nature Park, including Zorge - Wendeleiche - Roter Schuss, Zur Neustädter Talsperre und der Ruine Hohnstein, Harzquerung, Großer Staufenberg Loop via Brockenblick and Roter Schuss, and Von Neustadt/ Harz zur Neustädter Talsperre.
Are there any trails with waterfalls in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there are 2 trails with waterfalls in South Harz Nature Park, including SH 2 (Nonnen- & Förster-Runde) and I2 (Poppenberger Fitnessrunde).
Are there any trails with weather shelters in South Harz Nature Park?
Yes, there is one trail with a weather shelter in South Harz Nature Park: Über die Berge und entlag der Zorge.
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