Bad Harzburg via Brocken
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
32.7miLength
7,539ftElevation gain
17.5–19.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Loop in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony.
The hike begins at Bad Harzburg train station and leads through the beautiful landscape of the Harz Mountains, to the Brocken with its summit restaurant and to the Eckertalsperre. There are overnight accommodations in Ilsenburg and it is also possible to make a detour to Schierke to spend the night there.
Highlights:
- Castle Hill Harzburg
- Ilse Falls
- Brocken
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Top sights
Rohntal
Valley
Ilsestein
Peak
Rabenklippe
Peak
Brockenuhr
Attraction
Heinrich Heine Gedenkstein
Attraction
Prinzess-Ilse-Quelle
Spring
Zanthierplatz
Hut
Ilsestein
Attraction
Eckersprung
Spring
Ilse
River
Stübchental
Valley
Ilsefälle
Waterfall
Bremer Hütte
Hut
Brunnen
Attraction
Rabenklippen
Viewpoint
Fohlenkopf
Peak
Mittelkopf
Peak
Großes Sandtal
Valley
Schutzhütte Eckersprung
Weather shelter
Westerberg
Peak
Kaltes Tal
Valley
Knochenbrecherkurve
Weather shelter
Rundturmfundament
Ruins
Eckertalsperre
Reservoir
Bernhard Everling Hütte
Hut
Brockenkinder
Peak
Brocken
Peak
Baumwipfelpfad Harz
Attraction
Gipfelstein Brocken
Attraction
Heinrichshöhe
Peak
Sachsenberg
Peak
Großer Burgberg
Peak
Kleiner Burgberg
Peak
Märchenwald
Hut
Scharfenstein
Peak
Teufelskanzel und Hexenaltar
Attraction
Scharfenstein
Picnic site
Ettersklippe
Viewpoint
Ruine der Harzburg
Castle
Sachsenstein
Cliff
Großes Maitzental
Valley
Viehstall
Ruins
Brockentor
Peak
Untere Hirschhörner
Peak
Langes Tal
Valley
Radautal
Valley
Großes Stöttertal
Valley
Ettersberg
Peak
Kleine Harzburg
Ruins
Ecker
River
Eckertal
Valley
Ahlsburg Klippe
Peak
Grillplatz Molkenhaus
Picnic site
Brockenblick
Viewpoint
Grüneruheplatz
Hut
Wanderlust Ilsetal
Caravan site
Schutzhütte "Stempelsbuche"
Hut
Obere Hirschhörner
Peak
Kleines Sandtal
Valley
Oberer Meineckenberg
Peak
Krodotal
Valley
Dielenwegs Kopf
Peak
Quitzenborn
Peak
Pesekenhäu
Peak
Buchberg
Peak
Hausmannsklippe
Peak
Wolfshäu
Peak
WildnisStieg
Attraction
Nationalparkhaus Ilsenburg
Attraction
Bad Harzburger Sole-Therme mit Sauna-Erlebniswelt
Attraction
Kleines Maitzental
Valley
Kasse Adventure-Golf
Hut
Ahlsburg
Ruins
Top sights
Rohntal
Valley
Ilsestein
Peak
Rabenklippe
Peak
Brockenuhr
Attraction
Heinrich Heine Gedenkstein
Attraction
Prinzess-Ilse-Quelle
Spring
Zanthierplatz
Hut
Ilsestein
Attraction
Eckersprung
Spring
Ilse
River
Stübchental
Valley
Ilsefälle
Waterfall
Bremer Hütte
Hut
Brunnen
Attraction
Rabenklippen
Viewpoint
Fohlenkopf
Peak
Mittelkopf
Peak
Großes Sandtal
Valley
Schutzhütte Eckersprung
Weather shelter
Westerberg
Peak
Kaltes Tal
Valley
Knochenbrecherkurve
Weather shelter
Rundturmfundament
Ruins
Eckertalsperre
Reservoir
Bernhard Everling Hütte
Hut
Brockenkinder
Peak
Brocken
Peak
Baumwipfelpfad Harz
Attraction
Gipfelstein Brocken
Attraction
Heinrichshöhe
Peak
Sachsenberg
Peak
Großer Burgberg
Peak
Kleiner Burgberg
Peak
Märchenwald
Hut
Scharfenstein
Peak
Teufelskanzel und Hexenaltar
Attraction
Scharfenstein
Picnic site
Ettersklippe
Viewpoint
Ruine der Harzburg
Castle
Sachsenstein
Cliff
Großes Maitzental
Valley
Viehstall
Ruins
Brockentor
Peak
Untere Hirschhörner
Peak
Langes Tal
Valley
Radautal
Valley
Großes Stöttertal
Valley
Ettersberg
Peak
Kleine Harzburg
Ruins
Ecker
River
Eckertal
Valley
Ahlsburg Klippe
Peak
Grillplatz Molkenhaus
Picnic site
Brockenblick
Viewpoint
Grüneruheplatz
Hut
Wanderlust Ilsetal
Caravan site
Schutzhütte "Stempelsbuche"
Hut
Obere Hirschhörner
Peak
Kleines Sandtal
Valley
Oberer Meineckenberg
Peak
Krodotal
Valley
Dielenwegs Kopf
Peak
Quitzenborn
Peak
Pesekenhäu
Peak
Buchberg
Peak
Hausmannsklippe
Peak
Wolfshäu
Peak
WildnisStieg
Attraction
Nationalparkhaus Ilsenburg
Attraction
Bad Harzburger Sole-Therme mit Sauna-Erlebniswelt
Attraction
Kleines Maitzental
Valley
Kasse Adventure-Golf
Hut
Ahlsburg
Ruins
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 32.7-mile loop trail near Bad Harzburg, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 17 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Expected weather for Bad Harzburg via Brocken for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, September 21 - 61 degrees/drizzle
- Tue, September 22 - 63 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 56 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 59 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 65 degrees/clear
Where is Bad Harzburg via Brocken located?
Bad Harzburg via Brocken is a trail located in Harz National Park.
How hard is Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Bad Harzburg via Brocken is considered a hard hike that covers 32.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 7,539 ft. It takes about 17.5–19.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Bad Harzburg via Brocken is considered a hard hike that covers 32.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 7,539 ft. It takes about 17.5–19.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Bad Harzburg via Brocken a loop?
Bad Harzburg via Brocken is a loop trail that covers 32.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 7,539 ft. It takes about 17.5–19.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Bad Harzburg via Brocken is a loop trail that covers 32.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 7,539 ft. It takes about 17.5–19.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Bad Harzburg via Brocken, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Bad Harzburg via Brocken is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
According to trailgoers, Bad Harzburg via Brocken is usually busy. Bad Harzburg via Brocken is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there waterfalls at Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Yes, Bad Harzburg via Brocken has a scenic view of Ilsefälle.
Are there scenic views at Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bad Harzburg via Brocken features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Rabenklippen, Ettersklippe, and Brockenblick.
Is backpacking allowed at Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Backpacking is allowed on Bad Harzburg via Brocken. Backpacking trails are typically longer and are often point-to-point trails. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Are there forests at Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Yes, Bad Harzburg via Brocken is a forest trail in Harz National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Bad Harzburg via Brocken, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Bad Harzburg via Brocken?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Bad Harzburg via Brocken in Harz National Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 11:56 pm GMT+0