Plessenburg Loop
13.8miLength
1,833ftElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Beautiful hiking trail in the Harz National Park, Saxony-Anhalt.
A beautiful, extensive circular route through the Harz National Park. The tour starts at the Plessenburg Gasthaus bus stop. The route leads in the direction of the Oberförster-Koch monument, then to the Mönchbuche, past the Steinerne Renne restaurant and to the Ottofels vantage point. Continue on the Molkenhaus-Chausee and along the Kleine Holtemme to the upper Zeterklippe and via the Alexanderstieg back to the starting point in Plessenburg.
Highlights of the route:
- Mönchsbuche
- Wernigerode citizen fountain
- Obere Zetterklippe
- Ottofels
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Top sights
Ottofels
Peak
Chausseeklippe
Cliff
Wernigeröder Bürgerbrunnen
Spring
Sonnenwand
Cliff
Ottos Frau
Cliff
Tänntal
Valley
Ottofelsen
Viewpoint
Untere Zeterklippe
Cliff
Henrichstal
Valley
Zeterklippe
Hut
Weiße Steine
Peak
Schutzhütte Mönchsbuche
Hut
Obere Zeterklippe
Peak
Kleine Renne Klippe
Peak
Renneklippen
Peak
Ottonadel
Peak
Molkenhausstern
Hut
Großer Jägerkopf
Peak
Wolfsberg / Pfortenberg
Peak
Bielstein
Peak
Hurlheiskopf
Peak
Dreisage Blocksberg
Peak
Vitikopf
Peak
Hohe Wand
Peak
Top sights
Ottofels
Peak
Chausseeklippe
Cliff
Wernigeröder Bürgerbrunnen
Spring
Sonnenwand
Cliff
Ottos Frau
Cliff
Tänntal
Valley
Ottofelsen
Viewpoint
Untere Zeterklippe
Cliff
Henrichstal
Valley
Zeterklippe
Hut
Weiße Steine
Peak
Schutzhütte Mönchsbuche
Hut
Obere Zeterklippe
Peak
Kleine Renne Klippe
Peak
Renneklippen
Peak
Ottonadel
Peak
Molkenhausstern
Hut
Großer Jägerkopf
Peak
Wolfsberg / Pfortenberg
Peak
Bielstein
Peak
Hurlheiskopf
Peak
Dreisage Blocksberg
Peak
Vitikopf
Peak
Hohe Wand
Peak
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 13.8-mile loop trail near Ilsenburg, Saxony-Anhalt. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 51 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. 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 Plessenburg Loop?
Expected weather for Plessenburg Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Wed, October 14 - 60 degrees/clear
- Thu, October 15 - 63 degrees/clear
- Fri, October 16 - 53 degrees/drizzle
- Sat, October 17 - 44 degrees/drizzle
- Sun, October 18 - 45 degrees/showers
Where is Plessenburg Loop located?
Plessenburg Loop is a trail located in Harz National Park.
How hard is Plessenburg Loop?
Plessenburg Loop is considered a hard hike that covers 13.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,833 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Plessenburg Loop?
Plessenburg Loop is considered a hard hike that covers 13.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,833 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Plessenburg Loop a loop?
Plessenburg Loop is a loop trail that covers 13.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,833 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Plessenburg Loop?
Plessenburg Loop is a loop trail that covers 13.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,833 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 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 Plessenburg Loop?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Plessenburg Loop, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Plessenburg Loop?
Plessenburg Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Plessenburg Loop?
According to trailgoers, Plessenburg Loop is usually somewhat busy. Plessenburg Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there scenic views at Plessenburg Loop?
Yes, Ottofelsen is located on Plessenburg Loop.
Are there forests at Plessenburg Loop?
Yes, Plessenburg Loop is a forest trail in Harz National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Plessenburg Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Plessenburg Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Is there wildlife at Plessenburg Loop?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Plessenburg Loop in Harz National Park. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on October 8, 2026 at 12:52 am GMT+0