Best trails near Großer Feuerstein
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Want to check out Großer Feuerstein from the trail? Good news: 11 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 11 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Großer Feuerstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (101)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular hiking trail in Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt. The start is at the Schierke train station. From there, it goes close to the center of Schierke on the Brockenstraße in the direction of the Brocken. Arriving at the summit, you can enjoy the magnificent view, visit the summit stone or follow the loop. The Bahnparallelweg takes you back to the train station. A good part of the route is fun over Hill and Dale. Sturdy shoes are recommended. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful views - chunks
- 4.5 (62)·Hard·11.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPanoramic hike in the Harz Nature Park, Saxony-Anhalt. This beautiful tour begins in Schierke on the Glashüttenweg and leads straight into the exciting forest. There are beautiful views of the local natural landscapes and especially from the Brocken. Highlights of the tour: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Brocken - highest mountain in the Harz mountains
- 4.4 (54)·Hard·11.9 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried hiking trail in Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt. The way back and forth leads from Schierke via the Eckerlochstieg to the summit of the Brocken on natural, rustic paths. A good physical condition and good hiking shoes are recommended. It goes over roots, stones and large boulders, also parallel to the railway line. The Brockenbahn can take a good part of the hike away if it gets too strenuous. A special highlight, the viewing platform at the Brockenhotel, rewards the effort and offers a...
- 4.2 (46)·Hard·13.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular, exciting hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt. The hike from Schierke to the Brocken runs partly on the Harzer Hexenstieg and is one of the most popular hiking trails in the region. The ascent to the Brocken runs along the railway parallel path and leads through deep, romantic forests. A cozy restaurant awaits you on the Brocken summit to relax. Highlights of the hike: - Old bobsleigh track - Green band - Crossing of the Black Schluftwasser - Ascent to the...
- 3.9 (29)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrA varied hiking excursion in the Upper Harz am Brocken, Saxony-Anhalt. This tour starts in misery and leads you through the misery valley. The first stop is the Schnorerklippe, where beautiful views of the local natural landscapes can be seen. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Snore cliff - Little flint - Flint meadows
- 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
- 4.2 (6)·Hard·15.2 mi·Est. 8–9 hrVaried hiking trail in the Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt. The breathtaking views on the way to and on the Brocken are worthwhile in both summer and winter. Part of the route can be covered with the famous Brockenbahn. The starting point is at the Brocken Coaster car park. The Schierke train station is not far away, also on the route. Highlights of the route: - Wonderful views - Breathtaking nature - Brocken
- 3.8 (4)·Hard·28 mi·Est. 14–15.5 hrThis hike leads along the legendary Goethe Trail from Torfhaus to the summit of the Brocken, the highest mountain in the Harz Mountains. The route starts right at the large Torfhaus parking lot, directly opposite the Torfhaus National Park Visitor Center. From the starting point, the trail first leads through the Great Torfhaus Moor, one of the oldest raised bogs in the Harz National Park. Wooden boardwalks take you across the sensitive moorland soil, where rare plants such as the...
- 3.5 (7)·Hard·10.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPromising, popular circular route in Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt. The large Zeterklippe is one of the three Zeterklippen and stamp point 010 of the Harz hiking pin. This is a striking granite rock, which is surrounded by rustic nature and reveals a great view of the Brocken. This route begins and ends at the parking lot in Schierke. Highlights of the route: - chunks - Promising tour - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·25.3 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrVaried tour in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony. The tour starts at the Steinerne Renne train station and leads up and down through the rocky landscape of the Harz Mountains. There are numerous accommodation options along the way, so it makes sense to divide the hike into several sections. In Schierke there is also a rest stop. Highlights: - Rennercliffs - Ottofels - Schnarcher Cliff - HohneHof nature experience center
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Großer Feuerstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Großer Feuerstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 11 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Großer Feuerstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Großer Feuerstein is Brocken via Old Bobsleigh and Eckerloch, which has a 4.6 star rating from 101 reviews. This trail is 10.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,326 ft.
What is the longest trail near Großer Feuerstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Großer Feuerstein is Torfhaus - Brocken. This trail is estimated to be 28.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Großer Feuerstein?
Großer Feuerstein: With an ascent of 5,570 ft, Torfhaus - Brocken has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Valley hopping on the Hohnekamm with 5,521 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Großer Feuerstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Großer Feuerstein is Brocken via Old Bobsleigh and Eckerloch with a 4.6-star rating from 101 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Aussichtsplattform über der Brockenherberge
- Brockenuhr
- Schutzhütte Eckersprung
- Alte Bobbahn
- Great Thumkuhlenkopf
- Ottos Frau
- Wernigeröder Bürgerbrunnen
- Sonnenwand
- Kleiner Feuerstein
- Großer Feuerstein
- Renneklippen
- Mauseklippe
- Silberne Frau
- Großer Winterberg
- Knochenbrecherkurve
- Gitterkopf
- Kesselklippe
- Rock & Round Bike Trail Spot
- Silberner Mann
- Kühnenkopf