Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg
15.7miLength
3,398ftElevation gain
8.5–9.5hrEstimated time
Point to point
Demanding hike in the Harz National Park, Lower Saxony.
A great hiking route with a few points/stamping points of the Harz Mountains Walking Pin. From Torfhaus it goes over the Wolfswarte, to the Oderteich and to Sankt Andreasberg. In the summer months you can go swimming at the designated areas at the Oderteich.
Highlights of the hike:
- several stamp offices of the Harz Mountains Walking Pin
- Wolfswarte
- Oderteich
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Top sights
Hühnerbrühetal
Valley
Wolfswarte
Peak
Frau Holle
Attraction
Oderteich
Reservoir
Altenauer Skikreuz
Attraction
Nabentaler Wasserfall
Waterfall
Großes Spritzental
Valley
Kleines Okertal
Valley
Tischlertal
Valley
Gottesackerberg
Peak
Odertal
Valley
Großes Okertal
Valley
Kellwassertal
Valley
Silberbrunnen
Spring
Schachtkopf-Hütte
Hut
Jordanshöhe
Peak
Wolfskuppe
Peak
Kälbertal
Valley
Sargtal
Valley
Wäschegrund
Valley
Rotenbeektal
Valley
Jungfernklippe
Cliff
Teichtal
Valley
shaft head
Peak
Altenauer Hütte - an der Wolfswarte
Hut
Großes Fledermaustal
Valley
Keilberg
Peak
Wilde-Sau-Hütte
Hut
Köhlerhütte
Hut
Top sights
Hühnerbrühetal
Valley
Wolfswarte
Peak
Frau Holle
Attraction
Oderteich
Reservoir
Altenauer Skikreuz
Attraction
Nabentaler Wasserfall
Waterfall
Großes Spritzental
Valley
Kleines Okertal
Valley
Tischlertal
Valley
Gottesackerberg
Peak
Odertal
Valley
Großes Okertal
Valley
Kellwassertal
Valley
Silberbrunnen
Spring
Schachtkopf-Hütte
Hut
Jordanshöhe
Peak
Wolfskuppe
Peak
Kälbertal
Valley
Sargtal
Valley
Wäschegrund
Valley
Rotenbeektal
Valley
Jungfernklippe
Cliff
Teichtal
Valley
shaft head
Peak
Altenauer Hütte - an der Wolfswarte
Hut
Großes Fledermaustal
Valley
Keilberg
Peak
Wilde-Sau-Hütte
Hut
Köhlerhütte
Hut
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 15.7-mile point-to-point trail near Altenau, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 18 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Expected weather for Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, September 21 - 58 degrees/drizzle
- Tue, September 22 - 62 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 54 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 59 degrees/foggy
- Fri, September 25 - 68 degrees/clear
Where is Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg located?
Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg is a trail located in Harz National Park.
How hard is Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg is considered a hard hike that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,398 ft. It takes about 8.5–9.5 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 Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg is considered a hard hike that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,398 ft. It takes about 8.5–9.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg a point to point trail?
Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg is a point to point trail that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,398 ft. It takes about 8.5–9.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg is a point to point trail that covers 15.7 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,398 ft. It takes about 8.5–9.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg, but must remain on a leash.
Are there waterfalls at Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Yes, Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg has a scenic view of Nabentaler Wasserfall.
Are there forests at Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Yes, Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg is a forest trail in Harz National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg in Harz National Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Is Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg rocky?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Torfhaus - Sankt Andreasberg includes rocky terrain. Watch your footing and wear footwear with good traction.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 12:00 am GMT+0