Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker
71% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
11.6miLength
3,064ftElevation gain
7–7.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Varied, beautiful hiking trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony.
The tour leads along the River Oker to the Romkehaller Wasserfall, an artificial waterfall on the Romke cliff. It continues over the Ahrendsberg cliffs, from where there is a marvellous view. On the way back, the route passes the Feigenbaumklippen, the Huthberg and the Kleiner Romke before returning to the starting point along the riverbank.
Highlights of the hike:
- Adlerklippe
- Marienwand
- Mausefalle
- Mausefalle
- Hexenküche
- Kästeklippen
- Romkerhall waterfall
- View into the Oker valley
- Der Alte vom Berge
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Top sights
Feigenbaumklippe
Cliff
Mausefalle-Fels
Cliff
Romkerhaller Wasserfall
Waterfall
Okertal
Valley
Marienwand
Cliff
Forellenkanzel
Cliff
Habichtsklippe
Cliff
Feigenbaumklippe
Viewpoint
Alte vom Berge
Viewpoint
Klumpen
Cliff
Aussichtsturm
Cliff
Kuhschiedental
Valley
Ahrendsberger Klippen
Peak
Tank
Cliff
Düsteres Tal
Valley
Lindental
Valley
Kästeklippe
Cliff
Huthberg
Peak
Lamm
Cliff
Großer Treppenstein
Cliff
Hallesche Hütte
Weather shelter
Großer Kurfürst
Cliff
Grosser Kurfürst
Cliff
Oker (Verlobungsinsel)
River
Adlereck (Triangel)
Peak
Nordmassiv
Peak
Großer Dülferklotzsockel
Cliff
Überhangfels
Cliff
Oberer Fels
Cliff
Schlafender Löwe
Cliff
Kleiner Romke
Peak
Hexenküche
Cliff
Pagodenstein
Cliff
Unteres Wildschützental
Valley
Sülpketal
Valley
Achtermannstal
Valley
Harzchausseewand
Cliff
Schreckenkopf
Peak
Adlerklippe Mittelgipfel
Peak
Adlerklippe Vorturm
Peak
Teufelskanzel
Cliff
Marienwand Vorturm
Cliff
Adlerklippe
Cliff
Rastplatzwand
Cliff
Adlerklippe Nordwand
Cliff
Vorfels
Cliff
Passo di Ball Südostsporn
Cliff
Adlerklippensockel
Cliff
Passo di Ball
Cliff
Wildenstein
Peak
Tränketal
Valley
Sichelstein
Cliff
Teufelstal
Valley
Klotz
Cliff
Kleiner Treppenstein
Cliff
Drachenturm
Cliff
Ziegenrückensteinbruch
Cliff
Hauskante
Cliff
Nachbar
Cliff
Namenloser Fels
Cliff
Schiffsbug
Cliff
Treppensteinturm
Cliff
Great Ahrendsberg
Peak
Mittleres Wildschützental
Valley
Adlerklippe Aussichtsturm
Viewpoint
Mausefalle
Attraction
Eschwegefelsen
Viewpoint
Top sights
Feigenbaumklippe
Cliff
Mausefalle-Fels
Cliff
Romkerhaller Wasserfall
Waterfall
Okertal
Valley
Marienwand
Cliff
Forellenkanzel
Cliff
Habichtsklippe
Cliff
Feigenbaumklippe
Viewpoint
Alte vom Berge
Viewpoint
Klumpen
Cliff
Aussichtsturm
Cliff
Kuhschiedental
Valley
Ahrendsberger Klippen
Peak
Tank
Cliff
Düsteres Tal
Valley
Lindental
Valley
Kästeklippe
Cliff
Huthberg
Peak
Lamm
Cliff
Großer Treppenstein
Cliff
Hallesche Hütte
Weather shelter
Großer Kurfürst
Cliff
Grosser Kurfürst
Cliff
Oker (Verlobungsinsel)
River
Adlereck (Triangel)
Peak
Nordmassiv
Peak
Großer Dülferklotzsockel
Cliff
Überhangfels
Cliff
Oberer Fels
Cliff
Schlafender Löwe
Cliff
Kleiner Romke
Peak
Hexenküche
Cliff
Pagodenstein
Cliff
Unteres Wildschützental
Valley
Sülpketal
Valley
Achtermannstal
Valley
Harzchausseewand
Cliff
Schreckenkopf
Peak
Adlerklippe Mittelgipfel
Peak
Adlerklippe Vorturm
Peak
Teufelskanzel
Cliff
Marienwand Vorturm
Cliff
Adlerklippe
Cliff
Rastplatzwand
Cliff
Adlerklippe Nordwand
Cliff
Vorfels
Cliff
Passo di Ball Südostsporn
Cliff
Adlerklippensockel
Cliff
Passo di Ball
Cliff
Wildenstein
Peak
Tränketal
Valley
Sichelstein
Cliff
Teufelstal
Valley
Klotz
Cliff
Kleiner Treppenstein
Cliff
Drachenturm
Cliff
Ziegenrückensteinbruch
Cliff
Hauskante
Cliff
Nachbar
Cliff
Namenloser Fels
Cliff
Schiffsbug
Cliff
Treppensteinturm
Cliff
Great Ahrendsberg
Peak
Mittleres Wildschützental
Valley
Adlerklippe Aussichtsturm
Viewpoint
Mausefalle
Attraction
Eschwegefelsen
Viewpoint
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Get to know this 11.6-mile loop trail near Goslar, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 34 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through October.
What is the expected weather this week for Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Expected weather for Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 64 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 57 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 59 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 65 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 74 degrees/clear
Where is Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker located?
Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is a trail located in Harz Nature Park.
How hard is Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is considered a hard hike that covers 11.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,064 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 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 Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is considered a hard hike that covers 11.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,064 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker a loop?
Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is a loop trail that covers 11.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,064 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 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 Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is a loop trail that covers 11.6 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,064 ft. It takes about 7–7.5 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 Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Dogs may be allowed on Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
July to October is the most popular time of year to visit Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker.
How busy is Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
According to trailgoers, Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is usually somewhat busy. July to October is the most popular time of year to visit Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker.
Are there waterfalls at Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Yes, Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker has scenic views of Romkerhaller Wasserfall and Viewpoint.
Are there scenic views at Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Feigenbaumklippe, Alte vom Berge, Adlerklippe Aussichtsturm, and Eschwegefelsen.
Are there rivers at Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Yes, Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is near Oker (Verlobungsinsel).
Are there forests at Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Yes, Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker is a forest trail in Harz Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Mousetrap – Kästeklippen of Oker, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 21, 2026 at 10:14 pm GMT+0