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The Top 20 Gorges in Saxony-Anhalt

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20

to choose from in Saxony-Anhalt. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Saxony-Anhalt.

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Ilsetal Valley

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The romantic valley can be found in the Upper Harz Mountains, more precisely on the way from Ilsenburg to the Brocken. The Ilsetal bears the name of the river Ilse, …

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Bodekessel

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High and safe above the Bodekessel you can hear how powerful the Bode flows through the rocks. And if you look closely, you might even find the giant knight Bodo, …

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Bodetal Viewpoint

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Beautiful Bode Valley. A landscape like in Lord of the Rings. I was overwhelmed. Leave it as it is and take your trash with you✌️

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Bodetal Gorge

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The Bodetal is probably the most beautiful valley in the Harz and is also one of the most beautiful gorges in Germany. In some places it is also referred to …

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Bodetal Trail

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Walking along the Bode is an unforgettable experience. Enjoy the sun in beautiful nature and let your mind wander. 🌱🌳🌿

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View of the Bodetal Gorge from the Roßtrappe

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The Rosstrappe rock near Thale, which protrudes far above, impresses above all with its steep edges and its view. Hundreds of meters of steep flanks fall here and somewhere down …

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Ilsetal Valley

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The path always goes along the roaring Ilse. Very nice.

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Harzer Hexenstieg: Bodetal Gorge Trail

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The Bodetal is probably the most beautiful valley in the Harz Mountains and is also one of the most beautiful gorges in Germany. In some places it is also referred …

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View of Thale

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Definitely has something. Wide views, even from exposed places.

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Hirschgrund Serpentines Between Bode and La Viershöhe

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Serpentine, demanding ascent. Absolutely sure-footed footwear.

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The Top 20 Gorges in Saxony-Anhalt

Ilsetal Valley

Bodekessel

Bodetal Viewpoint

Bodetal Gorge

Bodetal Trail

View of the Bodetal Gorge from the Roßtrappe

Ilsetal Valley

Harzer Hexenstieg: Bodetal Gorge Trail

View of Thale

Hirschgrund Serpentines Between Bode and La Viershöhe

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