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Werther

Welcome to Werther, Nordhausen! As a travel guide, we would like to give you an overview of this charming destination, which is definitely worth a visit.

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Attractions in Werther


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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 18.1 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 221 m
Descent 140 m

Official route description - Stage 22The approximately 2,200-kilometer-long pilgrimage route "VIA ROMEA GERMANICA" from Stade to Rome on its route ...

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Via Romea Germanica
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 167.3 km
Duration 45:33 h
Ascent 2,847 m
Descent 2,929 m

On nearly 200 km in length, the South Harz Karst Hiking Trail leads from Pölsfeld near Sangerhausen to Bad Grund through an area rich in gypsum rock.

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from Firouz Vladi,   Harz: Magische Gebirgswelt
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 181.4 km
Duration 60:00 h
Ascent 2,669 m
Descent 2,586 m

The Karst Hiking Trail South Harz runs for almost 200 km from Pölsfelde near Sangerhausen to Bad Grund through an area rich in gypsum rock.

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from Firouz Vladi,   Harz: Magische Gebirgswelt
Long Distance Hiking · Harz
Karstwanderweg
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 140.5 km
Duration 52:00 h
Ascent 2,330 m
Descent 2,285 m

The Karstwanderweg opens up the unique natural landscape in the districts of Osterode am Harz (Lower Saxony), Nordhausen (Thuringia), and Mansfeld ...

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from Sandra Fischer,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 15.2 km
Duration 4:17 h
Ascent 240 m
Descent 231 m

Up and down past green meadows and through stunning forests, the route winds along paths and trails through the South Harz Nature Park.

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from Christian Schelauske,   Community
Map / Karst hiking trail - Thuringian part (southern route)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 45.8 km
Duration 12:25 h
Ascent 790 m
Descent 711 m

The entire karst hiking trail, together with its branch paths, is 265 km long, from Pölsfeld in Saxony-Anhalt, via the Thuringian part, from the ...

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from Andreas Heise,   Tourismusverband Südharz Kyffhäuser
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 186.9 km
Duration 60:00 h
Ascent 3,046 m
Descent 2,958 m

This southern route of the Karstwanderweg is both beautiful and challenging at the same time. From Pölsfeld in the far east to Förste in the west, ...

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from Tom Zander,   Mansfeld-Südharz Tourismus
Thematic Trail · Harz
Ellrich Church Hiking Trail-E
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 27.7 km
Duration 7:15 h
Ascent 322 m
Descent 333 m

Church Explorers on the Go in the Ellrich Parish. The Ellrich Church Hiking Trail opened in 2021. A long loop (27 km) leads from one beautiful ...

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from Andreas Heise,   Tourismusverband Südharz Kyffhäuser
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 45.6 km
Duration 12:10 h
Ascent 776 m
Descent 680 m

Karstwanderweg in Thüringen from Heimkehle to Sülzensee (southern route) 

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from Christian Schelauske,   Tourismusverband Südharz Kyffhäuser
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 16.6 km
Duration 4:33 h
Ascent 233 m
Descent 233 m

The student Jonas Ruhland of the State Secondary School Niedersachswerfen planned the circular route as part of his project work 2018/2019 in the ...

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from Andreas Heise,   Tourismusverband Südharz Kyffhäuser
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Geographically, Werther is located in the north of Germany and is part of the federal state of Thuringia. The town is located on the southern edge of the Harz Mountains and thus offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking or mountain biking. The region also has a lot to offer culturally - for example, there are historic castles to visit.

One of the most famous sights in Werther is Hohnstein Castle. It was built in the 12th century and served as the residence of the Counts of Stolberg-Wernigerode for a long time. Today you can not only admire the impressive architecture here, but also visit various exhibitions.

Another highlight is the annual Walpurgis celebrations on the Hexentanzplatz above Thale. Here, spring is traditionally welcomed - with music, dancing and a spectacular fireworks display.

Those who like to discover culinary specialities should definitely try the "Nordhäuser Doppelkorn" - a regional schnapps made from rye malt and water.

Even if it should rain: There are many indoor options in Werther, such as museums or theatre visits. One recommendation would be the Museum Tabakspeicher Nordhausen - here you can learn everything worth knowing about tobacco cultivation and processing.

And where is the most beautiful place in Werther? That's hard to say, because every place has its own charm. However, a special highlight are certainly the numerous hiking trails in the Harz Mountains, from which you can enjoy breathtaking views.

We hope that we have been able to give you a good overview of Werther with these travel tips and wish you an unforgettable time in this charming destination!

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  • May 22, 2025
    Christian Jacobi 
    May 22, 2025
    Schöne nicht zu lange Etappe auf der Via Romea. Wer sich auf Wegmarkierungen verlässt wird enttäuscht sein. Es gibt sie zwar, aber halt viel zu wenig wie ich finde. Aber wir haben ja genau deswegen die App. Es geht viel durch offenes Gelände, und bei mir war es sehr windig. In Wollerseben lohnt ein Blick in die kleine Kirche. In Münchenlohra an der Klosterkirche gibt es sonst nichts. Aber die Basilika ist definitiv einen Besuch wert. Insgesamt eine leichtere Etappe mit vielen Weitblicken
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    Blick zurück nach Nordhausen
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    Photo: Christian Jacobi, Community
    Kirche in Wollersleben - ein Blick hinein lohnt sich!
    Photo: Christian Jacobi, Community
    Das Etappenziel ist in Sicht
    Photo: Christian Jacobi, Community
    Basilika in Münchenlohra
    Photo: Christian Jacobi, Community
    Photo: Christian Jacobi, Community
    Photo: Christian Jacobi, Community
    Written May 22, 2025
  • October 30, 2016
    Andreas Schwipps 
    October 29, 2016
    Ich habe die Tour am 29.10.16 nachgewandert. Sehr schön! Im ersten Teil teilweise überbeschildert, so dass wir uns beim Abgang nach Gudersleben "verlaufen" haben, hier fehlte plötzlich die Richtungsangabe nach G. Wir sind die Markierung weitergewandert und sind den nächsten Abgang nach G. gelaufen. Danach verläuft die Markierung (roter Strich mit K auf weißem Untergr.) anders als im Wandervorschlag ( die Markierung geht nicht mehr an der Lochmühle vorbei). Also hier nicht abbiegen in Richtung Lochmühle, sondern gerade aus weiter.
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    Written October 30, 2016

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