Best trails near Achtermannshöhe
4.4(138 reviews)
Want to check out Achtermannshöhe from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Achtermannshöhe are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (43)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful loop starts at the parking lot at the market square in Braunlage. From there, the path leads via Königskrug to the Achtermannshöhe, from the summit of which there are great views of the Harz Mountains. Then it goes parallel to the Große Bode or Warmen Bode back to the starting point. Since many of the paths are very natural, sturdy shoes are recommended. There are places to stop for refreshments in Königskrug and...
- 4.3 (34)·Moderate·3.1 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrScenic loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This wonderful hike from Königskrug leads to the summit of the Achtermannshöhe, which at 925 m above sea level NN. is the third highest mountain in Lower Saxony. Stamping point 12 of the Harzer hiking pin is on the way at a refuge. It goes on gravel paths and on stony scree fields on the Achtermann, so sturdy, ankle-high shoes are recommended. Be careful in wet weather as it can get slippery here. The effort is rewarded with great views of...
- 4.7 (18)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A good physical condition is required for this hike. The starting point of the tour is right next to a free parking lot. It goes through varied landscapes with moor areas and up to mountain peaks and viewing platforms. Accessible by bus. About halfway there is the refuge "Dreiecker Pfahl", otherwise rest stops in Oderbrück and the surrounding area. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Achtermannshöhe - Quitschenberg - Views over the...
- 4.2 (11)·Hard·12 mi·Est. 6–7 hrVaried loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful loop through the Harz National Park starts at the picturesque Oderteich. From here it first goes in the direction of the Great Torfhausmoor, from where a small detour to the Bohlenweg is possible. This leads to a beautiful view of the Brocken. In the further course, the Achterhöhe is climbed and then it goes back to the starting point via Königskrug. There are delicious rest stops with hearty regional cuisine. Highlights: -...
- 4.4 (12)·Hard·11.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrScenic hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This beautiful route begins in Königskrug and leads via the lookout point at the Hahnenklee cliffs to the car-free Rinderstall forest inn. There one can rest and recharge their batteries with a hearty meal. The hike leads along the Odertalstraße and parallel to the Oder to the Oderteich. This dam was built by miners between 1715 and 1722 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there it goes back to the starting point via the...
- 4.3 (9)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 7–8 hrVaried loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This approximately 20 km long circular hike starts in Oderbrück and leads to some of the most beautiful vantage points and moorland landscapes in the Harz National Park. After about five kilometers you reach the summit of the Achtermannshöhe, the third highest mountain in Lower Saxony. It continues via Königskrug and the Wurmberg. In Königskrug there is an inn and on the Wurmberg there are places to stop for refreshments, an enclosure with...
- 4.4 (3)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. This route begins in the tranquil Braunlager district of Königskrug and leads via the New Goethe Trail to the Brocken, the highest peak in the Harz Mountains. The hike ends in Schierke. The ascent leads over beautiful forest paths, over the third highest mountain in Lower Saxony, through mystical moorland and along the "Warme Bode" river. After the fantastic panoramic views from the Brocken, it goes down the Eckerlochstieg to Schierke....
- 4.1 (3)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A short, crisp hike to the third highest mountain in Lower Saxony. Attention: for several hundred meters it goes directly along a busy road. Then be particularly careful at the T-junction of the B242 and B4 and continue straight ahead. There is a refuge at the foot of the Achtermannshöhe. Highlights of the hike: - Summit of the Achtermannshöhe - Oder pond - Forest paths
- 4.3 (5)·Hard·10.2 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrNatural hike around Königskrug, Lower Saxony. This circular route impresses with a beautiful water feature and relaxing forest paths. The route begins with the ascent from Königskrug to the Achtermannshöhe. Accompanied by beautiful views to the Brocken, you continue through the varied nature. The Valley of the Warm Bode with the Upper Bode Waterfall is in the last section. Highlights: - Ascent to the Achtermannshöhe - Brocken View - Wormberg - Alte Wurmbergschanze - The Valley of the Warm...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Achtermannshöhe?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Achtermannshöhe. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Achtermannshöhe?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Achtermannshöhe is Braunlage - Königskrug -Achtermannshöhe Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 43 reviews. This trail is 7.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,837 ft.
What is the longest trail near Achtermannshöhe?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Achtermannshöhe is Achtermannshoehe and Wurmberg from Oderbrueck. This trail is estimated to be 12.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Achtermannshöhe?
Achtermannshöhe: With an ascent of 3,110 ft, Achtermannshoehe and Wurmberg from Oderbrueck has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Königkrug to Schierke via Brocken with 2,470 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Achtermannshöhe?
The most popular and difficult trail near Achtermannshöhe is Oderbrück with a 4.2-star rating from 11 reviews.