Best trails near Rappbode

Varied hiking trail in the Oberharz am Brocken, Saxony-Anhalt. This hike in the Harz Mountains always offers wonderful views. Firstly,it heads towards the Rappbode dam. Then follows a short trip to the dam wall and across the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world. The panorama from the viewpoint is breathtaking. Afterwards, the route either returns to the route via the dam wall or the mega zipline can be taken back across the Bode Valley. There are refreshment stops along the...

Spectacular loop in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This route starts in the interesting cave town of Rübeland. The place is conveniently located and so you can travel by car or the Rübelandbahn. Parking is nearby. The path leads past the Birkenfeld castle ruins, which probably served to protect the ironworks in Rübeland. Some distance away, the much-sung Bode flows along, which later leads to the Rappbodetalsperre. The impressive dam wall is the highest in Germany (106.0 meters) and...

This route follows an exciting variant of the Harzer-Hexen-Stieg, connecting Neuwerk with Wendefurth via an architectural highlight. The path branches off from the main trail in Neuwerk and follows the HET-Weg directly to the Rappbode Dam. The absolute highlight is crossing the Titan RT, one of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges of its kind, offering spectacular views over the Bode Valley (toll required). After the thrill, a steep descent leads to the Wendefurth Reservoir, where the...

Panoramic hike around the Rappbodetalsperre dam, Saxony-Anhalt. The Rappbode Dam was built in the 1950s and is considered a technical masterpiece. When it was built, the dam wall was the largest in Germany - an impressive 106 meters. Today, the dam is a popular excursion destination. The rope suspension bridge over the Rappbode is just as impressive. At 439 meters, it set a new world record in 20217. The reservoir is nestled between wooded hills and tranquil bays. The loop goes around the...