Best trails near Oberer Meineckenberg
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Want to check out Oberer Meineckenberg from the trail? Good news: 16 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 16 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Oberer Meineckenberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (131)·Hard·13.2 mi·Est. 7.5–8 hrPopular hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt This route follows the Heinrich-Heine-Weg and leads up to the famous Brocken. Winding forest paths lead from the northern edge of the Harz mountains through unspoilt beech forests and past rugged rock formations to the highest peak of the national park. A cozy restaurant and an information center (for a fee) await you here before you return to the starting point. The first section runs along the idyllically flowing Ilse. Again...
- 4.4 (152)·Hard·14.9 mi·Est. 8.5–9 hrPopular hiking trail with great views in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. The hike begins in Ilsenburg and follows the Heinrich-Heine-Weg to the highest mountain in the Harz Mountains, the legendary Brocken. The poet Heinrich Heine followed this path on his journey through the Harz Mountains in 1824. Through unspoilt beech forests and past fascinating rock formations, the path leads on winding forest paths through the Ilse valley, past the Ilsestein and the Ilse falls up to the...
- 4.5 (75)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular, exciting hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route leads through the Ilsen Valley to the Ilse Falls. The route starts on the southern outskirts of Ilsenburg and follows the Heinrich Heine hiking trail. After a while, the Ilse is reached, whose course the route follows as it leads through unspoilt deciduous forest. On the hike, rugged, lichen-covered rocks alternate with beech and sycamore forests. There is a paid parking lot at the starting point. The Harz...
- 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...
- 4.7 (13)·Hard·13.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. Varied loop from Ilsenburg through the Ilsetal with a detour to the Scharfenstein. Great views of the Eckertalsperre along the route. There are places to rest at the Scharfenstein ranger station. There is also a stamp station of the Harzer hiking pin. Highlights of the route: - Stunning views - Magnificent natural landscapes - Possibility of wildlife observation
- 4.4 (7)·Hard·18.9 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrBeautiful hike in the Harz near Ilsenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. The loop begins and ends at the Schierke train station, so it is easy to travel there by train. The path then leads to the Brocken with the cozy Brocken restaurant and back down into the woods at the Hermannsklippe and along the banks of the Ilse. A break can be taken at the Waldgasthaus Plessenburg. Highlights: - Brocken - Ilse waterfall - Renne cliff
- 5.0 (8)·Hard·13.6 mi·Est. 7–8 hrVaried hiking trail from Torfhaus through the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route leads through the beautiful Harz mountains. The starting point is at Torfhaus, from there the Brocken is crossed and then it goes to Ilsenburg. At the beginning, the route runs along the well-known Harzer Hexenstieg accompanied by a wonderful small, bubbling brook. The 1000 meter descent from the Brocken takes place over a distance of around 12 km and is very even and not steep overall. Highlights of...
- 4.2 (9)·Hard·13.6 mi·Est. 7–8 hrPanoramic hiking in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. A beautiful loop in the direction of the Eckertalsperre and then further through the beautiful Ilse valley. Passing the Heinrich Heine memorial stone and the Ilse Falls, it goes via the ranger station at the Scharfenstein back to the Eckertalsperre. There is parking at the starting point. There is a self-service snack bar in the ranger station. Highlights of the tour: - Heinrich Heine memorial stone - View of Brocken - Eckertalsperre...
- 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
- 4.0 (5)·Moderate·15.7 mi·Est. 8–9 hrVaried mountain bike tour in the Harz National Park. This beautiful mountain route passes through idyllic forests and leads to impressive cliffs and viewpoints. Through the picturesque Ilse valley and the large sand valley, there is a steep ascent to the Scharfenstein. When the weather is good, there is a view down to the Eckertalsperre. The route becomes more demanding at the Zeterklippen. Accessible by bus and train. - Zeterklippen - idyllic Ilsetal - Ilsestein
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Oberer Meineckenberg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Oberer Meineckenberg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 13 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Oberer Meineckenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Oberer Meineckenberg is Brocken via Heinrich-Heine-Weg, which has a 4.6 star rating from 131 reviews. This trail is 13.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,195 ft.
What is the longest trail near Oberer Meineckenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Oberer Meineckenberg is Bad Harzburg via Brocken. This trail is estimated to be 32.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Oberer Meineckenberg?
Oberer Meineckenberg: With an ascent of 7,539 ft, Bad Harzburg via Brocken has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Hasserode über den Brocken with 5,377 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Oberer Meineckenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Oberer Meineckenberg is Brocken via Heinrich-Heine-Weg with a 4.6-star rating from 131 reviews.
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