Oker Valley Loop
71% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
6.9miLength
1,706ftElevation gain
4–4.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Popular loop in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony.
A beautiful, but also very popular hike in the Oker Valley, which sometimes leads close to roads. There are some rest stops and nice rest areas.
The route is not consistently signposted. It is therefore advisable to use the route map as a guide (it is best to download it before the hike, as mobile phone reception is sometimes very poor or non-existent). There is a car park at the starting point, but it is also easily accessible by train and then by bus from the Oker (Waldhaus stop). At the weekend and in good weather, the path is sometimes quite full. If you like it quieter, you should take that into consideration. Nevertheless, a true natural jewel for young and old.
Highlights of the hike:
- idyllic Oker Valley
- nice places to stop
- Rock formations and cliffs
- Romkerhall waterfalls
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Top sights
Feigenbaumklippe
Cliff
Mausefalle-Fels
Cliff
Romkerhaller Wasserfall
Waterfall
Okertal
Valley
Marienwand
Cliff
Forellenkanzel
Cliff
Habichtsklippe
Cliff
Mooswand
Viewpoint
Feigenbaumklippe
Viewpoint
Alte vom Berge
Viewpoint
Klumpen
Cliff
Aussichtsturm
Cliff
Aussichtskanzel
Cliff
Kuhschiedental
Valley
Düsteres Tal
Valley
Lindental
Valley
Schutzhütte Ziegenrücken
Weather shelter
Kästeklippe
Cliff
Huthberg
Peak
Oker (Verlobungsinsel)
River
Ziegenrückenturm
Cliff
Adlereck (Triangel)
Peak
Nordmassiv
Peak
Großer Dülferklotzsockel
Cliff
Überhangfels
Cliff
Oberer Fels
Cliff
Schlafender Löwe
Cliff
Kleiner Romke
Peak
Hexenküche
Cliff
Sülpketal
Valley
Achtermannstal
Valley
Hinterer Ziegenrücken
Peak
Schlösschen
Cliff
Obere Bergmannsklippe
Cliff
Schreckenkopf
Peak
Ziegenrückenklippe
Cliff
Wachturm
Cliff
Ziegenrücken-Bastion
Cliff
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
Teufelstal
Valley
Teufelsklippe
Cliff
Schlackenwand
Cliff
Untere Bergmannsklippe
Cliff
Adlerklippe Aussichtsturm
Viewpoint
Mausefalle
Attraction
Top sights
Feigenbaumklippe
Cliff
Mausefalle-Fels
Cliff
Romkerhaller Wasserfall
Waterfall
Okertal
Valley
Marienwand
Cliff
Forellenkanzel
Cliff
Habichtsklippe
Cliff
Mooswand
Viewpoint
Feigenbaumklippe
Viewpoint
Alte vom Berge
Viewpoint
Klumpen
Cliff
Aussichtsturm
Cliff
Aussichtskanzel
Cliff
Kuhschiedental
Valley
Düsteres Tal
Valley
Lindental
Valley
Schutzhütte Ziegenrücken
Weather shelter
Kästeklippe
Cliff
Huthberg
Peak
Oker (Verlobungsinsel)
River
Ziegenrückenturm
Cliff
Adlereck (Triangel)
Peak
Nordmassiv
Peak
Großer Dülferklotzsockel
Cliff
Überhangfels
Cliff
Oberer Fels
Cliff
Schlafender Löwe
Cliff
Kleiner Romke
Peak
Hexenküche
Cliff
Sülpketal
Valley
Achtermannstal
Valley
Hinterer Ziegenrücken
Peak
Schlösschen
Cliff
Obere Bergmannsklippe
Cliff
Schreckenkopf
Peak
Ziegenrückenklippe
Cliff
Wachturm
Cliff
Ziegenrücken-Bastion
Cliff
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
Teufelstal
Valley
Teufelsklippe
Cliff
Schlackenwand
Cliff
Untere Bergmannsklippe
Cliff
Adlerklippe Aussichtsturm
Viewpoint
Mausefalle
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 6.9-mile loop trail near Goslar, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 47 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and trail running, 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 Oker Valley Loop?
Expected weather for Oker Valley Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Sat, September 19 - 61 degrees/showers
- Sun, September 20 - 57 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 56 degrees/drizzle
- Tue, September 22 - 62 degrees/drizzle
- Wed, September 23 - 55 degrees/drizzle
Where is Oker Valley Loop located?
Oker Valley Loop is a trail located in Harz Nature Park.
How hard is Oker Valley Loop?
Oker Valley Loop is considered a moderate hike that covers 6.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,706 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Oker Valley Loop?
Oker Valley Loop is considered a moderate hike that covers 6.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,706 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Oker Valley Loop a loop?
Oker Valley Loop is a loop trail that covers 6.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,706 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 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 Oker Valley Loop?
Oker Valley Loop is a loop trail that covers 6.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,706 ft. It takes about 4–4.5 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 Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Oker Valley Loop, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Oker Valley Loop?
Oker Valley Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Oker Valley Loop?
According to trailgoers, Oker Valley Loop is usually very busy. Oker Valley Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there waterfalls at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, Oker Valley Loop has scenic views of Romkerhaller Wasserfall and Viewpoint.
Are there scenic views at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Oker Valley Loop features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Mooswand, Feigenbaumklippe, Alte vom Berge, and Adlerklippe Aussichtsturm.
Are there rivers at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, Oker Valley Loop is near Oker (Verlobungsinsel).
Is there running at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Oker Valley Loop is good for running. This trail covers 6.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,706 ft.
Are there forests at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, Oker Valley Loop is a forest trail in Harz Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Oker Valley Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Oker Valley Loop?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Oker Valley Loop in Harz Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 19, 2026 at 5:05 pm GMT+0