Nature Reserve Guide
Harzer Bachtäler is a nature reserve within the broader Harz Mountains, characterized by its natural stream systems and their surrounding habitats. This area features a diverse landscape of river valleys, lush vegetation, and extensive forests, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The region's geography, with its mix of gentle slopes and more challenging inclines, makes it suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more. The Harzer Bachtäler contributes to the rich natural tapestry of…
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.7
(1365)
4,502
hikers
12.0km
03:36
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(210)
743
hikers
7.88km
02:12
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(233)
875
hikers
24.6km
07:25
790m
790m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
(200)
676
hikers
9.17km
02:36
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(54)
926
riders
18.8km
01:07
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
(13)
432
riders
70.0km
03:25
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
(4)
81
riders
83.3km
04:01
1,160m
1,160m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

67
riders
110km
05:21
1,470m
1,470m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.7
(73)
435
riders
42.2km
03:18
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.4
(25)
111
riders
31.0km
02:21
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
168
riders
7.70km
00:45
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(7)
42
riders
50.8km
03:33
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(8)
98
riders
67.5km
04:50
1,410m
1,410m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(4)
72
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
33
riders
43.2km
02:50
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
14
riders
54.8km
03:57
1,270m
1,270m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.9
(20)
78
hikers
12.7km
04:10
530m
530m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(7)
38
hikers
22.8km
06:54
670m
670m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(6)
27
hikers
16.6km
05:04
520m
520m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(2)
7
hikers
14.9km
04:52
530m
530m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
(13)
71
riders
30.4km
02:41
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(19)
108
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(7)
36
riders
19.3km
01:46
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(12)
39
riders
32.3km
02:10
390m
390m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
(4)
43
runners
8.49km
01:08
420m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
31
runners
22.6km
02:41
590m
590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.0
(1)
31
runners
12.5km
01:20
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
6
runners
10.1km
01:09
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Harzer Bachtäler offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Mountaineering, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 150 routes for exploration.
Yes, Harzer Bachtäler provides options for various skill levels, including easy hikes. A dedicated guide for these trails is available: Easy hikes around Harzer Bachtäler.
A popular hiking route is the Lower Bode Waterfall – Wurmberg Summit loop from Braunlage, covering approximately 7.5 miles (12 kilometers). Another well-regarded option is the Upper Bode Falls – Lower Bode Waterfall loop from Braunlage, which is about 4.9 miles (7.9 kilometers) long.
Road cycling is a popular activity in Harzer Bachtäler. A challenging route is the Brockenbahn Steam Railway – Drei Annen Hohne station loop from Tanne, spanning about 43.5 miles (70 kilometers). More routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Harzer Bachtäler guide.
The Harzer Bachtäler region features various natural landmarks, including waterfalls, lakes, and gorges. These natural features contribute to the diverse landscapes experienced on trails throughout the area. Specific routes often highlight these points of interest.
Harzer Bachtäler is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 19,000 visitors having explored its routes. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 5,400 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for cycling. These include Road Cycling Routes around Harzer Bachtäler, Gravel biking around Harzer Bachtäler, and Cycling around Harzer Bachtäler for touring. These guides provide detailed information on various routes.
A notable gravel biking route is the Brocken Summit – Eckertalsperre dam loop from Braunlage. This route is approximately 42 miles (67.7 kilometers) long and is rated as difficult. More options are available in the Gravel biking around Harzer Bachtäler guide.
Information on mountaineering routes is available, such as the Eckerlochstieg Trail – Brocken Railway Station loop from Schierke. This route is about 7.9 miles (12.7 kilometers) long and considered moderate. The Mountain Hikes around Harzer Bachtäler guide provides further details.
Yes, mountain biking trails are present in Harzer Bachtäler. A popular route is the View of Wurmberg and Brocken – View of Brocken and Wurmberg loop from Hohegeiß, approximately 16.8 miles (27.1 kilometers) in length. Additional trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Harzer Bachtäler guide.
The official website for information related to Harzer Bachtäler is harzer-bachtaeler.de. This site provides details relevant to the area.
Harzer Bachtäler features a total of 158 routes across various sports. These routes offer diverse experiences for hikers, cyclists, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

