Best trails near Gesteinslehrpfad
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Want to check out Gesteinslehrpfad from the trail? Good news: 23 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 23 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Gesteinslehrpfad are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.5 (269)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. There are cliffs, waterfalls and historical monuments to be discovered on this magnificent hike. Wide views of the Harz landscape can be enjoyed again and again. In the forest restaurant Plessenburg there is the possibility to stop. Highlights: - National Park House Ilsetal - Ilsestein - Paternoster Cliff - Ilse waterfalls
- 4.6 (92)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt The varied route starts at the Ilsetal hiking car park. The Ilse is crossed a little further north and on winding forest paths it goes through beautiful nature past granite rock formations, cliffs and vantage points. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. Highlights: - Ilsefälle waterfall - Paternosterklippe cliff near Ilsenburg with viewpoint - Ilsestein
- 4.4 (53)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried hiking trail in Ilsenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. The popular hiking destination - the famous Ilsestein with its iron cross - rises high above the Ilsetal. The beautiful view of the Ilsetal, the town of Ilseburg, the Brocken massif and the Harz foreland can be enjoyed from here. The cross was erected in 1814 on behalf of Count zu Stolberg-Wernigerode. The place is also known for Heinrich Heine, who visited it on his journey through the Harz Mountains in 1824 and climbed up to the cast-iron...
- 4.3 (39)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful route leads through the wooded landscape in the west of Ilsenburg. There are several beautiful viewpoints and impressive rock formations there. The most famous among them might be the huge Frog Rock. Near it is also the stamp station No. 5 for the Harzer Wandernadel. On the southern slope of the Westerberg is the Westerbergklippe, which can be accessed via a staircase. The tour thus combines some popular hiking...
- 4.5 (12)·Hard·14.5 mi·Est. 8–8.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This wonderful loop begins at the parking lot at Ilsenburg Castle. The first half of the hike leads up to the Ilsestein and in the direction of the Brockenkinder. There is also a forest inn on the way. From the highest point on Renneckenberg, the hike first leads along the creek on Renneckenberg and then along the beautiful Ilse. The Ilse, with its wonderfully wild and romantic atmosphere and waterfalls, accompanies the path to the...
- 4.7 (6)·Hard·14.2 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrAnnual hiking and running event in the Harz Mountains. The Harzgebirgslauf offers various options for hiking, Nordic walking and running. This round is the half marathon and can of course also be hiked as a beautiful day hike. All routes start in Hasserode. Forest, water and villages are in balance. There are places to stop for refreshments. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Annual event
- 4.9 (9)·Hard·14.3 mi·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrPanoramic route in the Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt. Many beautiful paths and great nature await you in the highest low mountain range in northern Germany. This is a grea tour from Ilsenburg via the Heinrich-Heine Weg to the Brocken and along the popular Hexenstieg to Schierke. The way to the Brocken goes steadily uphill. At the top, you can linger for a while in the restaurant or on an extra loop on the summit trail. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Highlights of the hike: - Brocken - Ilse...
- 4.0 (8)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPanoramic circular trail in Ilsenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. This tour starts at the Ilsenburg Kurpark parking lot. The route takes you through the exciting forest to Drübeck. Many beautiful views of the local landscapes, the Ilsenburg castle park is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the tour: - Great views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Ilsenburg Castle Park
- 3.7 (7)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrExciting, varied hiking trail near Ilsenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. The hike leads through the Ilsetal, along primeval beech forests and past rugged rock formations to the Ilsestein. Highlights of the hike: - Ilse Falls - Paternoster cliffs lookout point - Rock teaching park - Ilsenstein - Heinrich Heine monument - Bremer Hut
- 3.8 (5)·Hard·10.4 miAnnual running event organized by the Brockenlaufverein in Ilsenburg. The Brockenlauf organized by the Brockenlaufverein takes place every year. Three different routes await all those who run through the beautiful landscape around Ilsenburg. The longest of the three routes leads through the Tänntal valley, past the Ilse Falls and through the Ilsetal valley back to the starting point. Highlights: - annual get-together - great landscape in the Harz Mountains - Ilse Falls
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Gesteinslehrpfad?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Gesteinslehrpfad. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 18 hiking trails, 6 mountain biking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Gesteinslehrpfad?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Gesteinslehrpfad is Through the Ilsetal to the Plessenburg, which has a 4.5 star rating from 269 reviews. This trail is 8.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,637 ft.
What is the longest trail near Gesteinslehrpfad?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Gesteinslehrpfad is Bad Harzburg - Brocken. This trail is estimated to be 30.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Gesteinslehrpfad?
Gesteinslehrpfad: With an ascent of 6,020 ft, Bad Harzburg - Brocken has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Ilsenburg - Rabenklippe - Plesenburg with 4,091 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Gesteinslehrpfad?
The most popular and difficult trail near Gesteinslehrpfad is Through the Ilsetal with a 4.5-star rating from 12 reviews.
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