Best trails near Butterberg
4.5(64 reviews)
Want to check out Butterberg from the trail? Good news: 5 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 5 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Butterberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (46)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is the first stage of the Harzer Hexen-Stieg, a long-distance hiking trail that crosses the Harz Mountains from Osterode am Harz to Buntenbock. The trail leads steadily uphill from the historic town of Osterode along the Upper Harz Water System, a UNESCO World Heritage Site consisting of historic dams and canals. Hikers pass through dense spruce forests and idyllic ponds, which are typical of the southern Harz landscape. Overnight stays are available in hotels and traditional...
- 4.6 (16)·Hard·22 mi·Est. 11–12 hrPopular hike in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony. This almost 36 km long hike begins in beautiful Osterode am Harz, where it is worth spending some time. Passing the southern outskirts of Clausthal-Zellerfeld, you finally hike to the Harz National Park. Highlights of the hike: - Osterode am Harz - National park visitor center in Torfhaus - Heidelbeerenkoepfe - Detour to the Soesetalsperre (optional)
- Hard·21.8 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrDemanding hike in the Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony. This route connects the two pretty towns of Hahnenklee and Osterode in the Harz Mountains. You mostly hike on two of the most famous hiking trails in the Harz: the Harzer Grenzweg and the Harzer Hexenstieg. There are a few places to stop for refreshments as well as campgrounds, so that the hike can easily be divided into several daily stages if necessary. Highlights of the hike: - Hahnenklee - beautiful views over the Harz Mountains - nice...
- Hard·38.4 mi·Est. 18–20 hrThis is the official route of the Harz Hexentrail. This is a charitable, annual hiking and running event in Osterode am Harz. On this 60 km long route you have to conquer an altitude of 1650 meters. -------------------------------------------------- Further information on the Harz Hexentrail: https://www.harzer-hexentrail.de/
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Butterberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Butterberg is Harz Witches’ Trail Stage 1: Osterode - Buntenbock, which has a 4.0 star rating from 46 reviews. This trail is 7.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,919 ft.
What is the longest trail near Butterberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Butterberg is Harzer Hexentrail 2019. This trail is estimated to be 38.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Butterberg?
Butterberg: With an ascent of 6,509 ft, Harzer Hexentrail 2019 has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is From Osterode to Torfhaus via Hexenstieg with 5,216 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Butterberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Butterberg is From Osterode to Torfhaus via Hexenstieg with a 4.6-star rating from 16 reviews.
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