Wiesenbeker pond loop
12.3miLength
2,545ftElevation gain
6.5–7hrEstimated time
Loop
Relaxed loop trail in the Harz Nature Park, Lower Saxony.
The starting point of this hike is the parking lot at the Wiesenbeker Teich (fee). The route leads almost continuously through the forest and is usually less crowded than the classic tours to the more well-known hiking destinations such as the Brocken or the nearby Odertalsperre.
Highlights of the hike:
- Wiesenbeck pond
- Forester's pond
- Harz border route
- Quiet forest trails
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Top sights
Großes Rabental
Valley
Ravensberg
Volcano
Odertal
Valley
Kleines Rabental
Valley
Wiesenbeektal
Valley
Tellertal
Valley
Wiesenbeker Teich
Reservoir
Wasserscheide/Hohe Tür
Hut
Nesseltal
Valley
Ostertal
Valley
Glockental
Valley
Ochsental
Valley
Scholben
Peak
Scholm
Peak
Hassensteinhütte
Hut
Grillplatz Steina
Picnic site
Stephanshütte
Hut
Kneipp'sche Wassertretanlage
Attraction
Krähennest
Weather shelter
Campingpark Wiesenbeker Teich
Campsite
Hasseltal
Valley
Dietrichskopf
Peak
Klein Herzbeek
Peak
Quitschenkopf
Peak
Großes Ilmental
Valley
Steinaer Tal
Valley
Floßbergtal
Valley
Masttal
Valley
Dietrichstal
Valley
Langental
Valley
Engental
Valley
Arendsberg
Peak
Hüttenberg
Peak
Kirchberg
Peak
Steintalskopf
Peak
Steintal
Valley
Kleines Bocktal
Valley
Kleiner Bockstalkopf
Peak
Großes Bocktal
Valley
Holzapfeltal
Valley
Großer Bockstalkopf
Peak
Kleines Fohlental
Valley
Großes Fohlental
Valley
Top sights
Großes Rabental
Valley
Ravensberg
Volcano
Odertal
Valley
Kleines Rabental
Valley
Wiesenbeektal
Valley
Tellertal
Valley
Wiesenbeker Teich
Reservoir
Wasserscheide/Hohe Tür
Hut
Nesseltal
Valley
Ostertal
Valley
Glockental
Valley
Ochsental
Valley
Scholben
Peak
Scholm
Peak
Hassensteinhütte
Hut
Grillplatz Steina
Picnic site
Stephanshütte
Hut
Kneipp'sche Wassertretanlage
Attraction
Krähennest
Weather shelter
Campingpark Wiesenbeker Teich
Campsite
Hasseltal
Valley
Dietrichskopf
Peak
Klein Herzbeek
Peak
Quitschenkopf
Peak
Großes Ilmental
Valley
Steinaer Tal
Valley
Floßbergtal
Valley
Masttal
Valley
Dietrichstal
Valley
Langental
Valley
Engental
Valley
Arendsberg
Peak
Hüttenberg
Peak
Kirchberg
Peak
Steintalskopf
Peak
Steintal
Valley
Kleines Bocktal
Valley
Kleiner Bockstalkopf
Peak
Großes Bocktal
Valley
Holzapfeltal
Valley
Großer Bockstalkopf
Peak
Kleines Fohlental
Valley
Großes Fohlental
Valley
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Enjoy this 12.3-mile loop trail near Bad Lauterberg im Harz, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 10 min to complete. This trail is great for camping, hiking, and trail running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Expected weather for Wiesenbeker pond loop for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 60 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 61 degrees/drizzle
- Tue, September 22 - 64 degrees/drizzle
- Wed, September 23 - 56 degrees/drizzle
- Thu, September 24 - 60 degrees/clear
Where is Wiesenbeker pond loop located?
Wiesenbeker pond loop is a trail located in Harz Nature Park.
How hard is Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Wiesenbeker pond loop is considered a hard hike that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,545 ft. It takes about 6.5–7 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 Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Wiesenbeker pond loop is considered a hard hike that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,545 ft. It takes about 6.5–7 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Wiesenbeker pond loop a loop?
Wiesenbeker pond loop is a loop trail that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,545 ft. It takes about 6.5–7 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 Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Wiesenbeker pond loop is a loop trail that covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,545 ft. It takes about 6.5–7 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 Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Wiesenbeker pond loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is camping allowed at Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Camping is allowed on Wiesenbeker pond loop in Harz Nature Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is there running at Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Wiesenbeker pond loop is good for running. This trail covers 12.3 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,545 ft.
Are there forests at Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Yes, Wiesenbeker pond loop is a forest trail in Harz Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Wiesenbeker pond loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Wiesenbeker pond loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 9, 2026 at 10:56 pm GMT+0