Bad Harzburg - Brocken
30.1miLength
6,020ftElevation gain
Loop
Challenging MTB tour in the Harz National Park.
The varied and strenuous route leads past the Eckertalsperre via the Hirtenstieg to the Brocken. The ascent is sometimes so steep there that you have to get off and push yourself. On the other hand, once you have reached the top, you have made the greatest effort and from now on the rest of the way is downhill with a slight incline. Fabulous views, idyllic streams and incredibly vast forests await on the way. Accessible by bus and train. There are rest stops in Bad Harzburg, Ilsenburg, on the Brocken, in the ranger station and in the Molkenhaus.
Highlights:
- Brocken
- ranger station
- Molkenhaus
- idyllic natural landscapes
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Top sights
Rohntal
Valley
Ilsestein
Peak
Aussichtsplattform über der Brockenherberge
Viewpoint
Brockenuhr
Attraction
Prinzess-Ilse-Quelle
Spring
Zanthierplatz
Hut
Ilsestein
Attraction
Schloss Ilsenburg
Castle
Stübchental
Valley
Fohlenkopf
Peak
Mittelkopf
Peak
Kaltes Tal
Valley
Knochenbrecherkurve
Weather shelter
Tänntal
Valley
Eckertalsperre
Reservoir
Sicht auf Brocken
Viewpoint
Trudenstein
Cliff
Kleiner Brocken
Peak
Brockenkinder
Peak
Brocken
Peak
Baumwipfelpfad Harz
Attraction
Gipfelstein Brocken
Attraction
Heinrichshöhe
Peak
Muxklippe
Cliff
Großer Burgberg
Peak
Kleiner Burgberg
Peak
Märchenwald
Hut
Scharfenstein
Peak
Brockenkinder
Peak
Scharfenstein
Picnic site
Viehstall
Ruins
Skihütte unterm Hohnekopf
Hut
Suental
Valley
Pipenpal
Attraction
Brockentor
Peak
Kaltentaler Mittelberg
Peak
Schweineteich
Pond
Langes Tal
Valley
Radautal
Valley
Renneckenberg
Peak
Ecker
River
Eckertal
Valley
Trudenstein
Peak
Hohnsteinklippen
Peak
Teich im Jakobsbruch
Pond
Grillplatz Molkenhaus
Picnic site
Zainthüttenteich
Pond
Wipfel Bar
Hut
Ziegelhütten Teich
Pond
Gesteinslehrpfad
Attraction
Altenstübchen
Attraction
Luisenbank
Hut
Wanderlust Ilsetal
Caravan site
Eiserner Tisch
Hut
Bismarckklippe
Viewpoint
ehem. Glashütte
Ruins
Plasterstoßklippe
Peak
Krodotal
Valley
Dielenwegs Kopf
Peak
Quitzenborn
Peak
Arskerbe
Valley
Tuchfeldstal
Valley
Wolfstein
Peak
Wienberg
Peak
Schorrberg
Peak
Mainzhorn
Peak
WildnisStieg
Attraction
Nationalparkhaus Ilsenburg
Attraction
Wassertreten
Attraction
Bad Harzburger Sole-Therme mit Sauna-Erlebniswelt
Attraction
Wanlefsrode
Hut
Top sights
Rohntal
Valley
Ilsestein
Peak
Aussichtsplattform über der Brockenherberge
Viewpoint
Brockenuhr
Attraction
Prinzess-Ilse-Quelle
Spring
Zanthierplatz
Hut
Ilsestein
Attraction
Schloss Ilsenburg
Castle
Stübchental
Valley
Fohlenkopf
Peak
Mittelkopf
Peak
Kaltes Tal
Valley
Knochenbrecherkurve
Weather shelter
Tänntal
Valley
Eckertalsperre
Reservoir
Sicht auf Brocken
Viewpoint
Trudenstein
Cliff
Kleiner Brocken
Peak
Brockenkinder
Peak
Brocken
Peak
Baumwipfelpfad Harz
Attraction
Gipfelstein Brocken
Attraction
Heinrichshöhe
Peak
Muxklippe
Cliff
Großer Burgberg
Peak
Kleiner Burgberg
Peak
Märchenwald
Hut
Scharfenstein
Peak
Brockenkinder
Peak
Scharfenstein
Picnic site
Viehstall
Ruins
Skihütte unterm Hohnekopf
Hut
Suental
Valley
Pipenpal
Attraction
Brockentor
Peak
Kaltentaler Mittelberg
Peak
Schweineteich
Pond
Langes Tal
Valley
Radautal
Valley
Renneckenberg
Peak
Ecker
River
Eckertal
Valley
Trudenstein
Peak
Hohnsteinklippen
Peak
Teich im Jakobsbruch
Pond
Grillplatz Molkenhaus
Picnic site
Zainthüttenteich
Pond
Wipfel Bar
Hut
Ziegelhütten Teich
Pond
Gesteinslehrpfad
Attraction
Altenstübchen
Attraction
Luisenbank
Hut
Wanderlust Ilsetal
Caravan site
Eiserner Tisch
Hut
Bismarckklippe
Viewpoint
ehem. Glashütte
Ruins
Plasterstoßklippe
Peak
Krodotal
Valley
Dielenwegs Kopf
Peak
Quitzenborn
Peak
Arskerbe
Valley
Tuchfeldstal
Valley
Wolfstein
Peak
Wienberg
Peak
Schorrberg
Peak
Mainzhorn
Peak
WildnisStieg
Attraction
Nationalparkhaus Ilsenburg
Attraction
Wassertreten
Attraction
Bad Harzburger Sole-Therme mit Sauna-Erlebniswelt
Attraction
Wanlefsrode
Hut
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 30.1-mile loop trail near Bad Harzburg, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking and bike touring, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Expected weather for Bad Harzburg - Brocken for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 63 degrees/klart
- Wed, September 23 - 56 degrees/byger
- Thu, September 24 - 60 degrees/klart
- Fri, September 25 - 65 degrees/klart
- Sat, September 26 - 70 degrees/klart
Where is Bad Harzburg - Brocken located?
Bad Harzburg - Brocken is a trail located in Harz National Park.
Are dogs allowed on Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Bad Harzburg - Brocken, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
April to November is the most popular time of year to visit Bad Harzburg - Brocken.
How busy is Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
According to trailgoers, Bad Harzburg - Brocken is usually somewhat busy. April to November is the most popular time of year to visit Bad Harzburg - Brocken.
Are there scenic views at Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bad Harzburg - Brocken features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Aussichtsplattform über der Brockenherberge, Sicht auf Brocken, and Bismarckklippe.
Are there rivers at Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Yes, Bad Harzburg - Brocken is near Ecker.
Is mountain biking allowed at Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Mountain biking is allowed on Bad Harzburg - Brocken in Harz National Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Bad Harzburg - Brocken paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bad Harzburg - Brocken is partially paved.
Are there forests at Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Yes, Bad Harzburg - Brocken is a forest trail in Harz National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Bad Harzburg - Brocken?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Bad Harzburg - Brocken, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 21, 2026 at 11:55 pm GMT+0