The Most Beautiful Hiking Trails Starting in Walkenried
Discover the diverse landscapes, ranging from mixed forests to karst terrain
The Southern Harz is a hiker’s paradise for nature lovers, as the landscape is characterized by a fascinating contrast between green mixed forests and gleaming white karst formations.
Karst forms when gypsum and limestone weather away, leaving behind unique dry valleys, sinkholes, and caves. Curious? Our gypsum exhibit tells you everything about the formation of this exciting natural phenomenon, which you’ll encounter everywhere on your hikes through the Southern Harz.
In addition to loop trails around the neighborhoods of the municipality of Walkenried, the following collection of routes also includes trails that follow the major long-distance hiking trails in the Harz Mountains, such as the “Harzer Grenzweg,” the “Harzer Baudensteig,” and the “Karstwanderweg.”
Browse through our selection of routes right now—your next hiking adventure in the Southern Harz is already waiting for you!
Hiking Trails Around the Town of Walkenried
From the municipality of Walkenried to surrounding towns
Free “Bus Hiking”
Would you like to hike from one place to another, but are wondering how to get back to your starting point after each stage? In the Harz Mountains, this is very easy to do using public transportation buses—and visitors with a guest card can even ride for free.
Nordic Walking Trails
If you enjoy exploring nature on foot, equipped only with Nordic walking poles, you’ll find three wonderful Nordic walking trails in the town of Walkenried—there’s a trail to suit every fitness level.
"Experience" nature on a Segway
Segways are single-axle, self-balancing electric scooters, that are just plain fun. They’re sturdy and suitable for nature trails—perfect when your legs need a day off from hiking.
