Mandelholztalsperre is a region located within the Harz Mountains, characterized by its diverse natural features and an extensive network of trails. The area centers around the Mandelholztalsperre reservoir, which dams the Kalte Bode river, creating a landscape of forests, valleys, and water. This varied topography supports several outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
The Mandelholztalsperre region offers numerous routes across several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. More than 1,232,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars for the routes in Mandelholztalsperre. Hikers can explore a vast network of trails, from easy paths around the reservoir to more challenging routes through the Harz landscape; specific options are detailed in guides like Hiking around Mandelholztalsperre and Easy hikes around Mandelholztalsperre. For cyclists, the Harz Mountains provide varied terrain for road cycling and mountain biking, with routes passing through forests and along rivers, as highlighted in Road Cycling Routes around Mandelholztalsperre and MTB Trails around Mandelholztalsperre.
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4.6
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3,826
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(198)
578
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8.21km
02:14
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
8.19km
02:13
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.8
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926
riders
18.8km
01:07
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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110km
05:21
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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24.7km
01:14
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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58
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23.4km
01:34
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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85.9km
05:49
1,470m
1,470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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64.3km
04:18
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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31.9km
02:24
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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89
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15.0km
01:00
140m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.5km
02:38
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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51
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.1km
03:21
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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78
hikers
12.7km
04:10
530m
530m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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11.3km
03:31
360m
360m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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22.8km
06:54
670m
670m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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27
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16.6km
05:04
520m
520m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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53
runners
6.36km
00:40
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.8km
02:13
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3.64km
00:26
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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49
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
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15.6km
01:04
180m
180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
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22.5km
02:02
590m
590m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

6
riders
37.4km
03:11
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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The Mandelholztalsperre region offers various outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Mountaineering, and Jogging. The area features an extensive network of trails suitable for different sports.
The Mandelholztalsperre is situated in the Harz Mountains, featuring the reservoir itself, which dams the Kalte Bode river. The surrounding landscape includes forests, valleys, brooks, lakes, meadows, and rugged rock formations, contributing to its rich biodiversity.
Yes, the region offers extensive hiking opportunities. A notable route is an 8.9-mile (14.3 km) circular trail around the reservoir, which also includes the Königshütter Waterfall. More options can be found in the guide Hiking around Mandelholztalsperre.
Yes, Mandelholztalsperre offers easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. Specific routes are detailed in the guide Easy hikes around Mandelholztalsperre.
Yes, the region provides family-friendly hiking routes. These trails are generally less strenuous and suitable for all ages. Information on these routes is available in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Mandelholztalsperre.
Yes, many trails in Mandelholztalsperre are dog-friendly. Hikers can find suitable routes for exploring with their dogs in the guide Dog-friendly hikes around Mandelholztalsperre.
The Harz Mountains, including the Mandelholztalsperre area, offer numerous road cycling routes varying in length and difficulty. These routes pass through diverse landscapes. Detailed options are available in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Mandelholztalsperre.
Yes, Mandelholztalsperre is a popular destination for mountain biking. The region offers challenging terrains with hills, valleys, and forest paths. Specific trails can be found in the guide MTB Trails around Mandelholztalsperre.
Routes in Mandelholztalsperre have been explored by more than 1,232,000 visitors on komoot. The average rating for routes in the region is 4.55 out of 5 stars, based on over 330,000 ratings.
Public transport options are available to reach the Mandelholztalsperre region. The Harzer UrlaubsTicket provides free use of public bus lines in the Harz district. Specific hiking routes accessible from bus stations are listed in the guide Hikes from bus stations around Mandelholztalsperre.
Yes, the Königshütter Waterfall is a notable natural feature in the Mandelholztalsperre area. It can be incorporated into hiking routes, such as the circular trail around the reservoir. Additional waterfall hikes are detailed in the guide Waterfall hikes around Mandelholztalsperre.
The Hotel Mandelholz is located directly at the Mandelholztalsperre and serves as a local point of contact for visitors. Its website is www.mandelholz.de and the phone number is +49 39454 460.

