Wild Man's Trail (O1)
18.1miLength
3,523ftElevation gain
9–10hrEstimated time
Loop
Demanding, varied circular route near Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Lower Saxony.
Quite a difficult but rewarding bike path. This mountain-valley tour leads with partly steep climbs over gravel paths and natural paths. It leads through idyllic forests, along the forest swimming pool and along meadow landscapes. Again and again there are fantastic views of the surrounding landscape.
Highlights of the route:
- Kuttelbacher pond (forest swimming pool)
- Demanding terrain
- Great panorama
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Top sights
Oberer Grumbacher Teich
Lake
Oberer Flößteich
Lake
Großes Drecktal
Valley
Spiegeltal
Valley
Oberer Spiegeltaler Teich
Lake
Spiegelthaler Wasserfall
Waterfall
Unteres Murrtal
Valley
Kuttelbacher Teich
Lake
Carler Teich
Lake
Maaßener Gaipel
Viewpoint
Oberer Zechenteich
Lake
Mittlerer Zechenteich
Lake
Drachenhöhltal
Valley
Bergschmiede
Attraction
Mittlerer Grumbacher Teich
Lake
Langetal
Valley
Lautental
Valley
Stuffental
Valley
Pistal
Valley
Wasserläufer Teich
Lake
Das Kreuzeck
Campsite
Bischofstal
Valley
Wildwood Camping Harz
Campsite
Wasserkunst
Attraction
Wolfgangquelle
Spring
Tipi
Hut
Mittleres Murrtal
Valley
Bockswieser Höhe
Peak
Hüttenberg
Peak
Zellerfelder Tal
Valley
Hirtenbrunnen
Spring
Kratzental
Valley
Hütschental
Valley
Gallenberg
Peak
Steimkerberg
Peak
Otto-Brechelt-Quelle
Spring
Oberes Murrtal
Valley
Radstube
Attraction
Handhaspel
Attraction
Schachtgebäude
Attraction
Feldgestänge
Attraction
Grubenmagazin
Attraction
Pferdegaipel
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Lautenthal
Caravan site
Top sights
Oberer Grumbacher Teich
Lake
Oberer Flößteich
Lake
Großes Drecktal
Valley
Spiegeltal
Valley
Oberer Spiegeltaler Teich
Lake
Spiegelthaler Wasserfall
Waterfall
Unteres Murrtal
Valley
Kuttelbacher Teich
Lake
Carler Teich
Lake
Maaßener Gaipel
Viewpoint
Oberer Zechenteich
Lake
Mittlerer Zechenteich
Lake
Drachenhöhltal
Valley
Bergschmiede
Attraction
Mittlerer Grumbacher Teich
Lake
Langetal
Valley
Lautental
Valley
Stuffental
Valley
Pistal
Valley
Wasserläufer Teich
Lake
Das Kreuzeck
Campsite
Bischofstal
Valley
Wildwood Camping Harz
Campsite
Wasserkunst
Attraction
Wolfgangquelle
Spring
Tipi
Hut
Mittleres Murrtal
Valley
Bockswieser Höhe
Peak
Hüttenberg
Peak
Zellerfelder Tal
Valley
Hirtenbrunnen
Spring
Kratzental
Valley
Hütschental
Valley
Gallenberg
Peak
Steimkerberg
Peak
Otto-Brechelt-Quelle
Spring
Oberes Murrtal
Valley
Radstube
Attraction
Handhaspel
Attraction
Schachtgebäude
Attraction
Feldgestänge
Attraction
Grubenmagazin
Attraction
Pferdegaipel
Attraction
Wohnmobilstellplatz Lautenthal
Caravan site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Head out on this 18.1-mile loop trail near Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Lower Saxony. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 53 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Expected weather for Wild Man's Trail (O1) for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 57 degrees/drizzle
- Mon, September 21 - 57 degrees/drizzle
- Tue, September 22 - 59 degrees/drizzle
- Wed, September 23 - 55 degrees/drizzle
- Thu, September 24 - 58 degrees/clear
Where is Wild Man's Trail (O1) located?
Wild Man's Trail (O1) is a trail located in Harz Nature Park.
How hard is Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Wild Man's Trail (O1) is considered a moderate hike that covers 18.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,523 ft. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Wild Man's Trail (O1) is considered a moderate hike that covers 18.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,523 ft. It takes about 9–10 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Wild Man's Trail (O1) a loop?
Wild Man's Trail (O1) is a loop trail that covers 18.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,523 ft. It takes about 9–10 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 Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Wild Man's Trail (O1) is a loop trail that covers 18.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,523 ft. It takes about 9–10 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 Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Dogs may be allowed on Wild Man's Trail (O1). Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Wild Man's Trail (O1) is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
According to trailgoers, Wild Man's Trail (O1) is usually somewhat busy. Wild Man's Trail (O1) is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there lakes at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Yes, Wild Man's Trail (O1) is near Oberer Grumbacher Teich, Oberer Flößteich, Oberer Spiegeltaler Teich, Kuttelbacher Teich, and Carler Teich.
Are there waterfalls at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Yes, Wild Man's Trail (O1) has a scenic view of Spiegelthaler Wasserfall.
Are there scenic views at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Yes, Maaßener Gaipel is located on Wild Man's Trail (O1).
Is camping allowed at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Camping is allowed on Wild Man's Trail (O1) 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 mountain biking allowed at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Mountain biking is allowed on Wild Man's Trail (O1) in Harz Nature Park. Double check if the trail is mixed use or MTB-only.
Is Wild Man's Trail (O1) paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Wild Man's Trail (O1) is partially paved.
Are there forests at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Yes, Wild Man's Trail (O1) is a forest trail in Harz Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Wild Man's Trail (O1), though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Wild Man's Trail (O1)?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Wild Man's Trail (O1) in Harz Nature Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 18, 2026 at 2:49 am GMT+0