Best trails near Abbenstein
4.3(102 reviews)
Want to check out Abbenstein from the trail? Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Abbenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (53)·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...
- 4.4 (21)·Hard·19.9 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrPopular loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful loop leads from Bad Harzburg past the Eckertalsperre to the Brocken. Since the first 13 km to the summit of the Brocken are almost constantly uphill, a good physical condition is recommended. There are places to stop for refreshments on the Brocken and at the Radau waterfall, and one should pack enough food for the rest of the tour. Highlights of the hike: - Brocken - Eckertalsperre - Radau waterfall - Bad Harzburg
- 4.2 (9)·Hard·39.1 mi·Est. 20.5–22.5 hrChallenging loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony/Saxony-Anhalt. An interesting hike up the highest mountain in Northern Germany (1142 m). This hike begins in the mountain town of Altenau and first leads via Torfhaus and the famous Goetheweg to the Brocken. From there it goes on over the Grenzweg to the Ilsestein. If you want to split the loop into two day tours, you can hike from here to Ilsenburg to spend the night there. The way back to Altenau is via the Großer Gierskopf and the...
- 3.8 (4)·Hard·28 mi·Est. 14–15.5 hrThis hike leads along the legendary Goethe Trail from Torfhaus to the summit of the Brocken, the highest mountain in the Harz Mountains. The route starts right at the large Torfhaus parking lot, directly opposite the Torfhaus National Park Visitor Center. From the starting point, the trail first leads through the Great Torfhaus Moor, one of the oldest raised bogs in the Harz National Park. Wooden boardwalks take you across the sensitive moorland soil, where rare plants such as the...
- 4.1 (6)·Hard·14.1 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrChallenging loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This loop starts at the "Burgbergbahn" car park/bus stop in Bad Harzburg. Many of the most popular Harz hiking destinations lie along this route, including the Philosophenweg, Radau waterfall, the National Park Visitor Center in Torfhaus and the Eckertalsperre. Highlights of the hike: - Radau Waterfall - Gabbro quarry - Sulfur spring - Radau Valley - Basteborn spring - Salt Stairs - Visitor Center Torfhaus - Ecker Valley Dam -...
- 4.7 (4)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried and impressive hike from Torfhaus to Bad Harzburg near Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Lower Saxony This idyllic hike starts in Torfhaus and leads along beautiful forest paths across the Eckerstausee to Bad Harzburg. There are numerous restaurants in Bad Harzburg to relax and reflect on the impressions of the beautiful hike. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Treetop path Harz - Varied natural landscapes - Ecker reservoir
- 4.4 (5)·Moderate·8.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis route begins in Torfhaus, the highest settlement in Lower Saxony, and winds through the dense coniferous forests of the Harz National Park down into the tranquil Eckertal valley. The trail offers repeated views of the Brocken and passes historic raised bogs where peat was once harvested. Running along the Ecker River, the route follows sections of the former inner-German border, which are now protected as part of the Green Belt. Sturdy, water-resistant footwear is recommended for the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Abbenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Abbenstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Abbenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Abbenstein is Torfhaus Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 53 reviews. This trail is 6.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,079 ft.
What is the longest trail near Abbenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Abbenstein is Altenau - Brocken - Ilsestein - Eckertalsperre. This trail is estimated to be 39.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Abbenstein?
Abbenstein: With an ascent of 8,458 ft, Altenau - Brocken - Ilsestein - Eckertalsperre has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Torfhaus - Brocken with 5,570 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Abbenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Abbenstein is From Bad Harzburg to the Brocken with a 4.4-star rating from 21 reviews.