Harzgerode, a charming town in the district of Harz in Germany, offers hiking enthusiasts the opportunity to explore the beautiful nature of the region. With its geographical location and special features, Harzgerode attracts numerous tourists every year.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Harzgerode
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Sternhaus - Krebsbach Valley - Alexisbad
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
11.1 km
3:47 h
94 m
187 m
Stop Sternhaus Ramberg - Lange Allee - Bremer Pond - Bear Path - Bear Monument - Krebsbach Valley - Drahtzug - Selke Waterfall - Alexisbad
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Selketal Trail
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Difficulty
moderate
74.9 km
19:47 h
616 m
980 m
Discover Unterharz: 75 km through wild valleys, past Falkenstein Castle to Quedlinburg – nature, history & genuine insider atmosphere on the Selketal Trail!
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Harzgerode - Selke Valley Trail - Alexisbad - Harzgerode
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.7 km
4:00 h
256 m
256 m
The route starts in the “center of the Lower Harz,” a residence and mining town. From there you reach the Selke Valley Trail in the uniquely beautiful Selke Valley, pass the small former hammer mill town of Mägdesprung, and enjoy the view above the Selke Valley of the spa town Alexisbad, founded in 1810, and the surrounding Selke Valley. The route mainly runs through forest areas.
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Romanesque route Mägdesprung-Selke Valley-Falkenstein-Meisdorf
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
17.5 km
5:00 h
219 m
311 m
The Romanesque route leads to cultural sites of the "Road of Romanesque" in Saxony-Anhalt, which belongs to the European cultural route TRANSROMANICA.
Sights: Hammer mills starting point Mägdesprung, Selke Valley, Falkenstein Castle
Refreshments: Selkemühle, Falkenstein, Meisdorf
Hiking Trail
· Harz
On the cliff path around Harzgerode
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.4 km
3:00 h
201 m
208 m
A pleasant route with interesting views near the Harz town of Harzgerode
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Between Friedrichsbrunn and Mägdesprung in the Selketal
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
20.9 km
5:58 h
413 m
414 m
An extensive but still manageable hike through the landscape and history of the southeastern Harz from Friedrichsbrunn past Viktorshöhe to Mägdesprung and back via Drahtzug past the Bergrat-Müller-Teich.
Very variable route, many shortcut options, opportunities to stop. Few steep ascents or descents
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Albrechtsweg Ballenstedt
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
17 km
4:50 h
400 m
392 m
The themed hiking trail was created in 2020 by the Harzklub Branch Association Ballenstedt with the support of the city administration for the 850th anniversary of the death of Albrecht the Bear (1100-1170), Count of Ballenstedt.
Hiking Trail
· Harz
The Güntersberge-Straßberg route
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Difficulty
moderate
17.9 km
5:30 h
204 m
204 m
On this medium route, you pass the ponds of the registered landscape monument "Unterharzer Teich- und Grabensystem" and hike through forest and open countryside from Güntersberge to Straßberg.
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Selketal-Stieg 2: From Güntersberge (station) to Alexisbad (station)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 2
14.8 km
3:45 h
151 m
234 m
The second stage of the Selketal-Stieg leads from Güntersberge station via Straßberg to Alexisbad. On both sides of the path, you will find treasures of industrial culture in the Selketal.
Hiking Trail
· Harz
Anhalt Castle and Selke valley
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
13.4 km
3:40 h
187 m
187 m
The route leads from the Selke valley up to the Anhalt castle ruins, which gave the region its name, located 160 m higher. At the top, it passes the historic Wilhelmshof and returns via the old road between Aschersleben and Harzgerode back into the Selke valley.
The town lies on the edge of the legendary Harz Mountains and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Here, hikers will find rolling hills, dense forests and picturesque valleys. The region is characterised by its diversity - from idyllic stream valleys to impressive rock formations, there is something for everyone to discover here.
There are numerous hiking tours in Harzgerode for all nature lovers. One particularly popular route leads to Ballenstedt Castle. This tour combines history with nature enjoyment and allows hikers to visit the majestic castle as well as its well-tended gardens.
Another highlight is the "Hexentanzplatz" hiking trail. This mystical place promises not only a magnificent view over the Bode Valley, but also fascinating insights into the world of sagas and legends surrounding witches and devils.
The hiking routes in the Selketal Stieg Nature Park are also particularly recommended. Here you can hike on well-marked trails through unspoilt nature and discover rare plant and animal species.
If you are travelling with children, you should definitely visit the fairytale forest near Hasselfelde. This enchanting place invites you to take a walk along the fairytale figures and lets your little ones' imagination come alive.
The best seasons for hiking in Harzgerode are spring and autumn, when the temperatures are pleasantly mild and nature shines in its most beautiful colours. In summer, you can take advantage of the shady forests to escape the hot weather.
Harzgerode therefore offers a wide range of hiking options for every taste. Whether you want to walk along historical paths or simply enjoy the peace and beauty of nature - you are guaranteed to find your perfect hiking trail here!
There are numerous hiking tours in Harzgerode for all nature lovers. One particularly popular route leads to Ballenstedt Castle. This tour combines history with nature enjoyment and allows hikers to visit the majestic castle as well as its well-tended gardens.
Another highlight is the "Hexentanzplatz" hiking trail. This mystical place promises not only a magnificent view over the Bode Valley, but also fascinating insights into the world of sagas and legends surrounding witches and devils.
The hiking routes in the Selketal Stieg Nature Park are also particularly recommended. Here you can hike on well-marked trails through unspoilt nature and discover rare plant and animal species.
If you are travelling with children, you should definitely visit the fairytale forest near Hasselfelde. This enchanting place invites you to take a walk along the fairytale figures and lets your little ones' imagination come alive.
The best seasons for hiking in Harzgerode are spring and autumn, when the temperatures are pleasantly mild and nature shines in its most beautiful colours. In summer, you can take advantage of the shady forests to escape the hot weather.
Harzgerode therefore offers a wide range of hiking options for every taste. Whether you want to walk along historical paths or simply enjoy the peace and beauty of nature - you are guaranteed to find your perfect hiking trail here!
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