Best trails near Schwarzenberg
4.6(13 reviews)
Want to check out Schwarzenberg from the trail? Good news: 3 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schwarzenberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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...
- 4.6 (3)·Moderate·13.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrScenic mountain bike tour in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful route in the Hochharz that offers singletrack sections and two steep climbs. The Wolfswarte is a popular destination and from here you have great views of the Harz Mountains. Since hikers are also on the way, mutual consideration should be shown. One can travel to Altenau by car or bus and there are numerous places to stay and stop for refreshments. Highlights: - View from the Wolfswarte
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·18.1 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrVaried loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony This loop through the Harz Mountains starts in Altenau and leads to the following stamping points for the Harz Hiking Pin: Schwarzenberg (HWN 132), Förster-Ludwig-Platz (HWN 133), Jungfernklippe (HWN 221), Wolfswarte (HWN 135), Kleine Oker (HWN 149), Brander Cliff (HWN 134) and Morgenbrodshütte (HWN 146). The route can be shortened by skipping the detour to the Morgenbrodshütte. In Altenau there are numerous rest stops. Highlights of the...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Schwarzenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schwarzenberg is Altenau - Brocken - Ilsestein - Eckertalsperre, which has a 4.2 star rating from 9 reviews. This trail is 39.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 8,458 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schwarzenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schwarzenberg is Altenau - Brocken - Ilsestein - Eckertalsperre. This trail is estimated to be 39.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schwarzenberg?
Schwarzenberg: 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 Altenau - Schachtkopf - Wolfswarte - Morgenbrodshütte with 4,940 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schwarzenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schwarzenberg is Altenau - Brocken - Ilsestein - Eckertalsperre with a 4.2-star rating from 9 reviews.
