The Karstwanderweg Südharz hiking trail is one of the longest and most varied routes in Germany. Along the way, expansive views over the foothills of the southern Harz mountains contrast with interesting close encounters in the forest. The Karstwanderweg is both an adventure and an educational trail for hikers.
Elevation profile
Information
Arrival and departure
You can reach both the starting point and final destination by bus.
The specifics of the tour
Owing to the geographical conditions, the Karstwanderweg becomes two parallel hiking trails in the district of Osterode. All signposts and path markers have been renewed over the past few years to ensure that hikers do not get lost.
Ascent
3280 m
3280 m
Descent
3211 m
3211 m
Distance
178 km
178 km
highest point
568 m
568 m
Type of tour
Straight-course tour
Straight-course tour