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Falkenstein/Harz

Welcome to Falkenstein/Harz in the district of Harz! This destination is a real insider tip and definitely worth a visit. The town is picturesquely situated at the foot of the Harz Mountains, surrounded by green forests and lush meadows.

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Attractions in Falkenstein/Harz


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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 17.5 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 219 m
Descent 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.

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from Diethelm Schmolke Dr.,   Reiseland Sachsen-Anhalt
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 27.8 km
Duration 1:13 h
Ascent 176 m
Descent 257 m

A beautiful circular route through the romantic Selke Valley, which begins with a ride on the Selke Valley Railway and then leads along the Harz ...

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from WelterbeRegion Anhalt-Dessau-Wittenberg,   WelterbeRegion Anhalt Dessau Wittenberg e.V.
Long Distance Hiking · Harz
European Long-Distance Trail E11
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 364.8 km
Duration 91:26 h
Ascent 2,649 m
Descent 2,882 m

From Amsterdam through the Harz and the Mark Brandenburg to Masuria (Saxony-Anhalt area)

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from Martin Fricke,   Reiseland Sachsen-Anhalt
Long Distance Hiking · Harz
Selketal-Stieg
recommended route Difficulty difficult Multi-day route
Distance 75.6 km
Duration 20:05 h
Ascent 810 m
Descent 1,191 m

On the Selketal-Stieg you experience pure nature and culture on a beautiful route through the Lower Harz. Through the ancestral land of the ...

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from Harzer Tourismusverband,   Harz: Magische Gebirgswelt
Hiking Trail · Harz
To Falkenstein Castle
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 15.9 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 232 m
Descent 232 m

We hike through floodplain landscapes and forest sections to one of the most beautiful castles in the Harz, Falkenstein Castle.

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ADAC Wanderführer
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 205 m
Descent 205 m

On the route, Falkenstein Castle with its two outer baileys is visited, followed by a longer hike in the Selke nature reserve.

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from Udo Münnich,   Harz: Magische Gebirgswelt
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.6 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 147 m
Descent 164 m

We test our fitness on a fitness trail and embark on a discovery tour through the walls of a medieval castle.

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ADAC Wanderführer
Hiking Trail · Harz
Selketal Trail
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 74.9 km
Duration 19:47 h
Ascent 616 m
Descent 980 m

Discover Unterharz: 75 km through wild valleys, past Falkenstein Castle to Quedlinburg – nature, history & genuine insider atmosphere on the ...

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from Jarle Sänger,   Wandermagazin
Long Distance Cycling · Braunschweiger Land
Harz Foreland Cycle Path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 451 km
Duration 64:00 h
Ascent 3,174 m
Descent 3,122 m

Schladen – Hessen – Halberstadt – Quedlinburg – Meisdorf – Wippra – Sangerhausen – Tilleda – Nordhausen – Bad Sachsa – Fuhrbach – Duderstadt – ...

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from Thomas Kempernolte, Elm-Freizeit,   Community
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Europaroute (D-Route 3)
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 972.1 km
Duration 67:00 h
Ascent 3,600 m
Descent 3,625 m

The Europaroute, or D-Route 3, runs right through Germany from the Dutch to the Polish border.

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from Wiebke Hillen,   Outdooractive Premium
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Falkenstein/Harz is known for its breathtaking scenery, which is perfect for hiking. Hikes to the Brocken or along the Selke cliffs are particularly recommended. But mountain bikers also get their money's worth here - there are numerous signposted routes through the hilly landscape.

For culture vultures, Falkenstein/Harz offers some highlights: Visit Falkenstein Castle with its impressive tower or the "Michaelstein Monastery" museum, which provides insight into the history of the region.

This area also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine: Be sure to try the famous Harz cheese or enjoy a hearty dish such as Labskaus.

If the weather is bad, you can take a trip to nearby Quedlinburg, where there are many sights to marvel at, such as the historic market square or the half-timbered quarter.

But the most beautiful time in Falkenstein/Harz is in spring and summer, when everything is in bloom and green. Then you should definitely take a walk through the spa gardens!

All in all, it can be said that anyone who loves nature, likes to be active and is also looking for cultural experiences will definitely find what they are looking for in Falkenstein/Harz. This travel guide gives you the best tips and information for an unforgettable stay in this beautiful region!

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  • August 29, 2026
    Ingo Schuetze Bergmann
    May 20, 2025
    Eine herrliche Tour durch das untere Selketal.
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    Written August 29, 2026
  • May 03, 2025
    Petra
    Auch bei Regenwetter lohnt es sich die Burg Falkenstein anzuschauen. Schade nur das sie nicht offen war.
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    Written May 03, 2025
    Stamp station
    200 Burg Falkenstein
  • March 27, 2025
    Torsten G.
    Erstbesuch: 19.10.2024 / 14:26Uhr persönlicher Stempel: 029 von 222 Wir haben auf dem zentralen Wanderparkplatz an der L230 geparkt und sind dann zur Burg hochgelaufen. Eine schöne Strecke inmitten intakter Natur. Die Burg Falkenstein ist wirklich ein tolles Ziel und lohnt den Aufstieg. Anschließend waren wir im Gartenhaus Restaurant essen. Es hat gut geschmeckt.
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    Written March 27, 2025
    Stamp station
    200 Burg Falkenstein
  • March 27, 2025
    Torsten G.
    Erstbesuch: 19.10.2024 / 10:47Uhr persönlicher Stempel: 026 von 222 Ein schönes Ausflugsziel mit toller Rundumsicht. Man kann die Kirche, die Krypta und das Brunnenhaus besichtigen.
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    Written March 27, 2025
    Stamp station
    201 Konradsburg
  • March 25, 2025
    Torsten G.
    Erstbesuch: 20.05.2024 / 12:57Uhr 2. Besuch: 17.04.2025 / 16:02Uhr persönlicher Stempel: 004 von 222 Ein beeindruckendes Gemäuer an einer unvermuteten Stelle. Ohne die Stempelstelle wären wir wohl nie hier gewesen.
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    Written March 25, 2025
    Stamp station
    207 Mausoleum
  • March 25, 2025
    Torsten G.
    Erstbesuch: 20.05.2024 / 12:17Uhr 2. Besuch: 10.05.2025 / 18:56Uhr persönlicher Stempel: 003 von 222 Eine sehr hübsche Umgebung. Eigentlich wollten wir nur schnell den Stempel jagen, aber der Park ist so schön, dass wir längere Zeit dort waren. Gerade im Mai echt hübsch anzuschauen mit riesigen Rhododendren in allen möglichen Farben.
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    Photo: Torsten G., Community
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    Written March 25, 2025
  • January 18, 2025
    Jana Dümmler 
    Sehr schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour. Hat uns gut gefallen.
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    Photo: Jana Dümmler, Community
    Photo: Jana Dümmler, Community
    Written January 18, 2025
  • March 15, 2024
    Maik Wolf
    Eine der schönsten Stempelstellen
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    Photo: Maik Wolf, Community
    Photo: Maik Wolf, Community
    Written March 15, 2024
  • March 15, 2024
    Maik Wolf
    Sehr sehr schön
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    Photo: Maik Wolf, Community
    Photo: Maik Wolf, Community
    Written March 15, 2024
    Stamp station
    200 Burg Falkenstein
  • January 05, 2024
    Anke Scholz
    Auftakt ins neue Jahr 2024
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    Photo: Anke Scholz, Community
    Written January 05, 2024
    Stamp station
    200 Burg Falkenstein
  • August 06, 2023
    Monika Ludwig
    August 06, 2023
    Sehr schöner Rundwanderweg - abwechslungsreich, ruhig, entspannend und fordernd. Von allem was dabei.
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    Photo: Monika Ludwig, Community
    Photo: Monika Ludwig, Community
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    Written August 06, 2023
  • March 26, 2023
    Klaus aus Wernigerode
    Schönste Stempelstelle 2021, ich finde auch 2023 ist es eine schöne Stempelstelle!
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    Photo: Klaus aus Wernigerode, Community
    Written March 26, 2023

Destinations in Falkenstein/Harz


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